Uniform Policy
At Levendale Primary School, we have an expectation that all children wear our school uniform.
We also believe that uniform should never be a barrier to learning. We will support any family having difficulties in purchasing uniform, please contact our school office: 01642 783684 or speak to a member of staff. Although there are items available to purchase with our school logo on, this is not a requirement at the school. Uniform may be purchased from any provider.
Please ensure all clothing including shoes, coats and hats is clearly labelled with your child’s name.
Nursery Uniform
We have a uniform for our nursery children consisting of:
- Grey/Black trousers or skirt
- White polo-shirt
- Red sweatshirt or cardigan, without a hood
- School summer dresses and black/grey shorts can be worn in the summer
- Plain, sturdy shoes
- Coat or jacket is needed every day
As nursery often take part in messy activities such as play dough, paint, glue etc. we ask that children do not wear expensive clothing. If required, children may wear black or grey jogging bottoms, to assist independent toileting in nursery. A spare change of clothing is also welcome.
We are always grateful for any donations of good quality preloved uniform.
Reception to Year 6
We have a uniform consisting of:
- Grey/Black trousers or skirt
- White polo-shirt, shirt or blouse
- Red sweatshirt or cardigan, without a hood
- School summer dresses and black/grey shorts can be worn in the summer
- Plain black shoes
- Coat or jacket is needed every day
- A book bag
Year 6
In Year 6, we give parents the option to purchase a Leavers Hoodie, which children may wear during the school day.
PE
Children will need:
- Plain Red Shorts (not branded)
- White T-Shirt
- Plimsolls for indoor
- Trainers for outdoor
- Navy or black jogging bottoms (not branded)
- Red sweatshirt/hoodie in case of cold weather
In Key stage two, children will go swimming for a period of time. You will be provided with advance notice of requirements.
Occasionally, we may go on a trip that requires specific types of clothing, e.g. ‘Robinwood residential’. Please speak to the school office if you require any support.
Preloved uniform
We have a small amount of preloved uniform available free to parents. We also accept donations of uniform that is good quality. If you would like to find out more, please contact the school office or a member of staff.
Jewellery
Children are not allowed to wear jewellery at school. Where ear-rings have to be worn, children should wear studs. Ear-rings must be removed for P.E. and swimming by the children themselves.
Extreme Hairstyles
The school does not permit children to have hairstyles that could serve as a distraction to other children and are not in keeping with the ethos of the school. This includes shaved patterns, excessive use of hair products and false hair. The definition of an extreme hairstyle is at the discretion of the Head Teacher.
Nail Varnish
Nail varnish on children is not permitted.
Elizabeths Embroidery
Our oldest and longest-established uniform provider is Elizabeths Embroidery in Yarm: https://elizabethsembroidery.morephotos.net/collections (password Leven).
Branded items
Branded items are not required but should you wish to purchase uniform with the school logo:
https://www.motif8.co.uk/schools.html
http://elizabethsembroidery.co.uk/
How to order uniform from Elizabeths Embroidery
Whilst the logos on some of the website items are not Levendale, the produced articles do have the school logo on. The PTA have worked with Stikins to offer parents a cost-effective and practical solution to labelling clothes, whereby parents can purchase self-adhesive name labels for all items of clothing. Visit Stikins.co.uk or click the banner link below:
