We are very clear about our uniform expectation here at Grace Academy Solihull as our uniform is central to what we do, by adding to the positive learning environment within the academy as well as reflecting the values that we stand for.

Our Academy uniform is worn by all students at all times as it fulfils three important functions:

• It gives the Academy a clear identity

• It represents a simple but effective statement of our pride and sense of community

• It also avoids any stigma or competition between individuals that can occur all too easily because of designer clothes and fashion trends.

Our uniform consists of the following items:

• Grace Academy Solihull blazer*

• Plain black knee length skirt or plain black school trousers (not tight fitting)

• Plain white cotton shirt/blouse with a button collar

• Plain black V-neck pullover or cardigan

• Academy tie* (style dependant on Key Stage of student)

• Plain black school shoes

• Plain black socks, or plain black tights

• Winter coats or anoraks, plain in colour (no outerwear Inc. gloves/scarves to be worn inside the Academy)

Optional, additional items

Headscarves

Black school approved headscarf conforming to the requirements below:

• The fabric should be lightweight and plain

• The headscarf must be folded under the chin, taken round to the back of the neck and the ends tucked in. This conforms to the health and safety, and school requirements.

• The headscarf must be worn so that the collar and tie can be seen clearly. The reason for wearing the headscarf is to preserve modesty. Therefore, it should not be worn with headbands, brooches, shadow stripes, patterns, logos, embellishments, diamantes, tassels or other.

The PE kit is as follows:

Mandatory:

• Academy personalised Nike training tee*

• Black shorts/ black cycling shorts

• Black sports skirt (for girls’ team sports)

• Black sports socks/ white ankle socks

• Non-marking sports shoes

Optional:

• Black personalised long sleeve Nike crew top*

• Black Nike sports leggings*

• Black Nike shorts*

• Black Nike socks

*items must be purchased from our recommended school supplier Mansuri Schoolwear - see our academy website for details & more information about our uniform.