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Uniform

Parents and carers must ensure that all pupils follow the uniform standards outlined below.  This is a key part of being ready to learn and we appreciate your full support in this matter.

If for whatever reason, there is a uniform issue please contact the school and correct the matter as soon as possible.  Pupils who arrive to school in the incorrect uniform will be expected to rectify this before attending period 1.  Pupils can collect spare black footwear/ties and other uniform items from Student Services. 

Any valuables and/or personal items bought into school are at their owners risk. Archbishop Ilsley accept no responsibility for anything lost, stolen or damaged.

Midland schoolwear

Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School Uniform

Uniform for pupils identifying as male:
  • Navy blue blazer with a school badge
  • White shirt
  • The tie for that particular year group
  • Medium grey plain school trousers
  • Plain navy blue V-necked pullover (optional)
  • A Duke of Edinburgh fleece can be worn but this must be in addition to a shirt and tie
  • Plain black shoes
  • Plain grey, black or navy blue socks
  • If a durag is worn, it must be navy blue or black
  • Summer uniform can be worn after the Easter holidays until October half term
  • If pupils wish to wear an outside jacket, they may do so, but not at the expense of a
    blazer (i.e. pupils must wear a shirt and tie and blazer; if is up to them if they wear a
    jacket, but it must be over the blazer)
  • Pupils identifying as non-binary, gender fluid, transgender (this list is not exhaustive). As above.
  • Navy blue blazer with a school badge
  • White blouse or shirt
  • Navy blue pleated skirt approximately knee length or school skirt with badge.
  • Pupils must wear plain black or navy tights with a skirt.
  • Navy blue school full length trousers – no leggings, tight trousers, jeggings, not
    skinny fit.
  • Plain navy blue V-necked pullover/cardigan (optional)
  • A Duke of Edinburgh fleece can be worn but this must be in addition to a shirt, tie
    and blazer.
  • Plain black shoes
  • Plain black or navy socks if trousers are worn.
  • If a Hijab is worn it must be navy blue or black – school tie must be visible.
  • Summer uniform can be worn after the Easter holidays until October half term
  • Pupils identifying as non-binary, gender fluid, transgender (this list is not exhaustive).  As above.

Jewellery is not permitted for boys or girls. Pupils are allowed one pair of plain stud earrings and a wrist watch. No hoop ear rings or nose rings will be tolerated. 

Trainers (defined as anything with a sports logo on or footwear that cannot be polished) are not permitted.

For pupils in Years 10 and 11 discreet make up will be allowed subject to it being recognised as reasonable and acceptable by the school. No makeup in KS3 Y7-Y9. Pupils must not wear nail varnish or artificial nails.  

Bags should be sensible and practical. Pupils need to be ready to learn and will require  a PE kit, books and other equipment.  Small pouches and fashion handbags are not permitted.

Outdoor clothing should not be leather, denim or suede. It is not advisable to wear expensive items. Plain coats or anoraks rather than the latest fad or fashion are permitted.

No hoodies, hooded sweatshirts, tracksuit tops / Tech Fleece or gilets of any kind are to be worn in place of blazers or under school blazers. 

No caps, bucket hats or balaclavas should be worn.

No pencil skirts / body con tight skirts should be worn.

Variations from school uniform, however ‘fashionable’, are not acceptable and pupils who do not follow our rules are likely to be sent home until the matter is rectified, or placed into isolation. In some instances, school will provide temporary replacements for items of uniform.

In addition, energy drinks and fizzy drinks are not permitted in the school site.

Non-compliance with regard to uniform is a breach of school rules. There are a range of consequences which can be issued as appropriate.

1. Confiscations of inappropriate items(s).
2. Having to go home to get changed/clothes to be brought in by parent/carer.
3. Having to wash off makeup.
4. Having to remove nail varnish.
5. Not being allowed to take part in an extra-curricular activity or event.
6. Isolation.
7. Detention.

The school’s decision is final.

Please note: the school will not accept a note for a student to wear trainers unless this is a note from a qualified doctor. Any other note will not be accepted.

We understand that for some families, finances are an issue. By doing all we can to eradicate fashion items at the school, we are helping all families in keeping costs down. Nevertheless, if you do have a particular problem, or you are unsure about an item of uniform, please do not hesitate to contact the head teacher or your child’s head of year who will deal with your enquiry in confidence.

We will contact home whenever there is a problem with a child’s uniform.

Please note that your child’s PE kit can only be bought through:

MIDLAND SCHOOLWEAR
1160 Warwick Rd, Acocks Green,
Birmingham B27 6BP

For Swimming

  •  Swimming hat – in house colour (available from school – £1).
  •  Any plain, navy blue/black swimming costume (girls).
  •  Any plain, navy blue swimming shorts/trunks above the knee (boys).
  • Towel.

 Your child’s swimming kit can be purchased from any retailer

Parents and carers must ensure that all pupils follow the uniform standards outlined below for their physical education lessons.  This is a key part of being ready to learn and we appreciate your full support in this matter.

Compulsory PE Kit
●    AICS navy blue and red polo shirt with school logo.
●    AICS navy blue and red shorts.
●    AICS navy blue and red socks.
●    Footwear – lace up sports trainers (no velcro/pumps/ converse/high tops).

Girls Optional Kit
●    AICS navy blue ¼ zip top.
●    AICS navy blue leggings.

Boys Optional Kit
●    AICS navy blue ¼ zip top.
●    AICS navy blue tracksuit bottoms.

 Students are expected to have the following equipment:

  • Clear pencil case.
  • Pen.
  • Pencils.
  • Rulers.
  • Rubbers.
  • Pencil Sharpener.
  • Green ball point pen for self and peer assessment.

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