Uniform
Aims and objectives
Our policy on school uniform is based on the belief that school uniform:
o promotes a sense of pride in our school;
o helps to create a sense of community and belonging towards the school;
o identifies the children with the school;
o supports our commitment to inclusion;
o prevents children from wearing ‘fashion clothes’ that could be distracting in class;
o is practical, smart and designed with health and safety in mind;
o is considered good value for money - the school has deliberately chosen to keep the branded items of uniform to a minimum.
Where to buy school uniform
Our branded school uniform items (navy cardigan & sweatshirts with gold logo) and ties can be purchased from Whittakers Schoolwear, 123-125 Chorley Road, Swinton, M27 4AA https://www.whittakersschoolwear.co.uk/product-category/swinton/wardley-primary-school/
Or online at Mclellan Clothing https://www.mclellanclothing.com/wardley/
All other items of our school uniform can be bought from major stores and supermarkets at competitive prices or from second-hand retailers.
Donated uniform
The school also has a supply of donated second-hand uniforms. These items are all kept in a labelled cupboard in the school entrance area. Any parents and carers are welcome to look through the stock of donated uniforms at any time during the school day and take any items that they feel will be of use to them free of any charge. Parents & carers wishing to donate uniforms to school can drop the items off at the school office. We ask that any donated items are washed and in a reasonable condition.
School uniform list
Required uniform choices for the EYFS/Infants (Nursery to Y2)
- Grey trousers - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Grey skirt - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- White polo shirt - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Navy cardigan with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy sweatshirt (V-neck) with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Black, grey or white socks - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Black shoes - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
Optional seasonal uniform choices for the EYFS/Infants (Nursery to Y2)
- Grey summer shorts - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Summer yellow or blue dress - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
Required uniform choices for the Juniors (Y3 to Y6)
- Grey trousers - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Grey skirt - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- White shirt - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Navy tie with single gold strip (Clip-on) - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy cardigan and gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy sweatshirt (V-neck) and gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Black, grey or white socks - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Black shoes - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
Optional seasonal uniform choices for the Juniors (Y3 to Y6)
- Grey summer shorts - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Summer yellow or blue dress - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
Optional extras
- Navy PE bag with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy book bag with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy book bag with shoulder strap and gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy fleece with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Navy mistral jacket with gold logo - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
PE kit
On your child’s PE day they should come to school wearing their PE kit.
Required PE kit (For children in Reception, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y5 & Y6. The children in Y4 go swimming and do not need a PE kit. The children in the nursery do not need a PE kit).
- Navy PE Shorts - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Navy jogging bottoms/leggings - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- Plain white tee shirt/polo shirt - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
- School navy cardigan or sweatshirt - can be purchased from the school uniform suppliers.
- Black trainers - can be purchased from any retailer, including second-hand.
No football tops or brightly colored shorts/leggings should be worn as a PE kit..
Jewellery
It is not appropriate for children to wear jewellery except a sensible watch and a pair of small plain stud earrings. No other jewellery is permitted. Earrings are not to be worn on PE days or for swimming lessons. Nail varnish, false nails or any type of nail decoration are not allowed.
Hairstyles
Hairstyles should be appropriate for school, i.e. no “mohicans”, no designs cut into hair, no extremely short hair or bright coloured highlights. Headbands or hair bobbles should be plain navy blue, golden yellow, or white.
School bags
There is no need for children to bring large bags into school. There is a great shortage of space in the cloakrooms and large bags exacerbate the problem. Lunch boxes can be carried and stored on trolleys.
