Uniform
At Valley Park, we believe that excellent uniform is part of setting high academic standards.
As a result, students will be expected to adhere to our uniform requirements at all times. This means that uniform must be worn correctly both in and out of school. All items of uniform are available from our suppliers, Pages Schoolwear and Monkhouse.
A full list of uniform can be found in the table below, with more detailed information in the pop-out sections at the bottom of the page.
This list was reviewed in September 2022 to reflect new legislation around school uniform affordability. A number of items which previously had to be purchased through our school uniform suppliers can now be purchased at any retailer.
Please note, also, that some items which were previously compulsory have now been made optional. If you wish to discuss any aspect of school uniform, please contact the school office.
Should you be experiencing financial difficulties and require support with the purchase of uniform or wish to enquire about our second hand uniform please see the page section below or contact the school office.
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Compulsory Items
- Valley Park School green blazer;
- Valley Park School trousers or skirt; (School skirt to touch the knee).
- Plain white school shirt (incorporating a top button);
- Valley Park School clip on school tie, or Year 11 tie;
- Valley Park School black V neck school jumper (optional);
- Low heeled black traditional school shoes with no adornments. (Trainers, trainer style shoes are not allowed);
- Plain black socks (with trousers) or plain black tights (with skirts);
- Hooded and other sweatshirts are not accepted.
PE Kit
- Valley Park School shorts or skort;
- Valley Park School polo shirt;
- Football boots (moulded studs, no metal studs or blades);
- Trainers with non-marking soles;
- Plain black football socks;
- Black PE bag;
- Shin pads;
- Gum shield.
Optional Extras
- Valley Park School tracksuit bottoms;
- Valley Park School sports leggings;
- Valley Park School track top.
School Bag
An appropriate, waterproof and sealable bag should be purchased for the protection of all school items. Because students carry items of a reasonable weight in the bag, drawstring bags are not acceptable. Bags should be dark in colour and logos should be discreet. Fashion bags, carrier bags and handbags are not acceptable. Our preferred style of bag is a satchel or a rucksack.
Guidelines
- Belts must be black, narrow and of a traditional style;
- Coats and scarves must be appropriate, weatherproof, and dark in colour. Any logos must be discreet;
- It is expected that students wear their uniform with pride. This means;
- Top button fastened at all times;
- Shirt tucked in at all times;
- Skirts should be worn on the knee;
- Blazers to be worn at all times unless a teacher allows removal in the classroom;
- Tights should be black, 40 denier for winter and 7 denier for summer.
- No jewellery except ONE small plain stud in the lobe of each ear. No other piercings are allowed;
- A smart business environment appropriate hair style. Hair must not be worn as a fashion statement. Cropped or shaved styles are not acceptable;
- Hair Accessories – small, discreet, plain hair bands/clasps (grey or black). No bows, scarfs or scrunchies.
- Make up and nail polish are not allowed unless neutral and discreet. False nails are not permitted;
- No visible tattoos are permitted.
Hair, Jewellery and Make-up
- No jewellery except one small plain stud in the lobe of each ear. No other piercings are allowed.
- A smart business environment appropriate hair style. Hair must not be worn as a fashion statement. Cropped or shaved styles are not acceptable.
- Make up is not allowed unless discreet.
- Nail polish and false nails are not permitted.
- No visible tattoos are permitted.
SHUSH (Second Hand Uniform Shop)
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We always need good condition donations for our Second Hand Uniform Shop (SHUSH).
Bring your items to reception during opening hours (9am-4pm).
Below is a list of uniform items we accept. Please note that socks and tights are not included, although PE kit is gratefully received.
- Blazer
- Skirt/trousers (with logo)
- Shirt (white and must have a top button, to be worn with tie) OR
- Open neck revere blouse (grey and white pin stripe, no tie required)
- Tartan tie (to be worn with white shirt)
- Jumper (with logo)
- PE top
- PE skort/football shorts
- PE leggings
- PE tracksuit bottoms
- PE fleece
- PE socks, black, hockey/football
- PE socks, white, short
- Shin pads
- Trainers, non-marking soles
- Football boots, moulded studs
- Shoes, black
Money raised from donations will go towards establishing a fund to support those facing hardship in our Valley Park community.