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Uniform

A uniform is important as it helps to define what a school stands for. A smart, well-presented uniform indicates a willingness to comply with school rules and is good preparation for learning. It also shows that our students are proud to be part of the Edgar Wood Academy, representing our Academy and exemplifying our high standards to the local community. We have worked hard to ensure that our uniform is both affordable and durable, thereby providing value for money for parents and carers.

Edgar Wood Academy is delighted with our smart uniform which comprises of the following items:

  • EWA branded black blazer available at a local supplier detailed below
  • White shirt (worn tucked in, with all buttons fastened)
  • EWA branded tie (which must be worn up to the neck)
  • Black trousers with plain black socks
  • Black knee length pleated skirt (no logo) with black tights or plain black socks (no frills)
  • Black V neck jumper (optional)
  • Formal black flat shoes – no branding, deep treads or trainers
  • Backpack or large school bag - should be big enough to fit in all books, equipment and PE kit when required. It must also close so that contents will not get wet in poor weather.

Uniform

Edgar Wood Academy seeks support from parents/carers in ensuring that the skirt is knee length. Skirts should not be rolled up at the top or shortened from the purchased length at the bottom.

Hairstyles

Hairstyles are expected to be smart and a natural colour. Short back and sides haircuts are acceptable, however, close shaved heads are not, and patterns or lines cut into hair or eyebrows are not acceptable.

Hair must be worn in a style that does not impair vision and allows the student’s face to be visible.

Jewellery

Students are allowed to wear a wristwatch and a single plain stud (gold or silver) in the lower ear lobes. We ask that watches and plain stud earrings should not exceed a value of £20.

Make Up

Students will not be allowed to wear makeup in years 7, 8 and 9. In years 10 and 11 it must be subtle, as deemed appropriate by members of staff. False tan and false eyelashes are not permitted. For health and safety reasons, nail polish, acrylic nails and gel nails are not permitted through all year groups.

Outdoor Wear

Edgar Wood Academy do not specify a specific coat. However, we do ask that the coat reflects the school ethos, which means no denim or garments inappropriately decorated with logos or slogans. The only 'hoodies' permitted are the EWA PE sweatshirt.

Physical Education Uniform

  • EWA branded short sleeve PE top
  • Black PE shorts, tracksuit bottoms or thick sports leggings
  • Trainers (no plimsoll style shoes)
  • Football boots and shin pads (optional, but recommended for football)
  • Gumshield (optional, but strongly recommended for rugby)

PE kit

Optional
  • EWA branded long sleeve outdoor PE jumper
  • Black tracksuit bottoms
  • Thin black rain jacket for outdoor winter lessons

Supplier

Broadbents of Middleton,

65 Long St, Middleton, Manchester M24 6UN.

0161 643 5193Broadbents of Middleton Website