We expect our students to look smart at all times and to be readily
identifiable as belonging to Meole Brace School. To this end and
with the benefit of consultation with the students themselves, we
have chosen an attractive and practical uniform. Our parents tell us
that they appreciate the simplicity, smartness and easy maintenance
of this uniform as it avoids any question of what to wear in our very
fashion conscious society and is very reasonably priced. Furthermore
it contributes considerably towards the setting of high standards,
both in and out of the classroom and creates a strong sense of pride
and community in our school.
In terms of what is generally acceptable, we find that for the most
part a simple test of common sense is usually a good guide. For
example, it is evident that we would not encourage extreme hairstyles
or outfits more appropriate for weekend wear! We are aware that
fashion styles and trends change frequently and therefore if you are
in any doubt, please contact me at school at any time for further
advice or clarification.
Items of uniform available from Meole Brace School include the white
polo shirt with MBS logo, for both key stage 3 and 4 students, priced
at £8 and the navy blue sweatshirt, again with logo for both key
stages, priced at £11. Alternatively, you may prefer to purchase
just the sew on logo at £3 and add this to a plain polo shirt or
sweatshirt from an alternative supplier.
In your own interests it is important that each item of schoolwear is
clearly marked with the child's name. This will enable us to reunite
clothing and owner much more quickly in the event of loss.
NB Please remember that choosing Meole Brace School implies a
willingness to conform to our school uniform guidelines at all times.
This policy is also fully endorsed and approved by the school's board
of governors.
A more detailed description of MBS school uniform is attached below
for your information.
Richard Tillman
Assistant Headteacher
UNIFORM POLICY GUIDELINES
With effect from September 2009,
Shoes: Sensible black or brown shoes, suitable for everyday school wear. Training shoes, pumps, boots of any kind, sandals, high heels or footwear of any other colour is not permitted.
Trousers: Black school type trousers only. Hipsters, flared trousers, denim material or trousers of any other colour are not permitted. Belts should be dark in colour and of the type that loop through the trousers. They should not be excessively wide or bulky, studded or brightly decorated.
Polo shirts: White school polo shirts only, with blue or burgundy school logo. If a T-shirt is worn under the polo shirt, it must also be white and devoid of any visible logo, design or brand name.
Sweatshirts: Please note that from September 2008 the wearing of the school sweatshirt is compulsory in the classroom. Sweatshirts will be navy blue in colour for all students with a blue or burgundy school logo to denote lower or upper school groups.
In warm weather conditions staff will usually permit students to remove sweatshirts if they so wish.
Coats: Sensible outdoor garments, appropriate for everyday school use must be worn; these should be of plain style with no excessive pattern or stripes. An important definition of an acceptable coat is an item having either a zip fastener or a set of buttons all the way down the front. Tops which are pulled on and off over the head do not meet this criterion and are not permitted. The only exception to this rule is a waterproof cagoule type coat worn in wet or inclement weather. Leather and denim garments, together with tracksuit or jogging tops are likewise not acceptable as appropriate school outerwear.
Headgear: The wearing of baseball caps or headgear of any sort is not permitted in the school buildings at any time.
Jewellery: Students may wear one stud or hoop type earring per ear and a watch. No other forms of visible jewellery are permitted. All forms of facial piercing are strictly forbidden
PE Kit September 09
After much deliberation and consultation with both staff and pupils the department has decided that the following options appear to be the best quality and best price on the market. After using Prostar kit ourselves for the last 3 years we have been able to secure excellent prices and vouch for their durability!
Key Stage 3
Both girls and boys wearing the same items of:
Royal Blue Socks - £3.00
Royal and White Shorts - £5.00 - £5.95
Royal Polo Shirt (with MBS logo) - £10.50 - £11.75
Rugby Shirt Royal and White - £12.50 - £13.50
Total MAXIMUM for pack = £34.20
Optional tracksuit bottoms.- £ 9.00 - £12.80
Key Stage 4
Both girls and boys wearing the same items of:
Royal Socks - £3.00
Royal and White Shorts - £5.95 OR Tracksuit Bottoms - £9.00 - £12.80
Royal Polo Shirt (with MBS logo) - £10.50 - £11.75
Royal Hoodie (with MBS logo) - £14.50 - £15.50
Total MAXIMUM for pack = £43.05
Ø All items supplied by sportsjam.co.uk
Ø All items if brought in a pack will receive free initialing excluding the socks.
Ø All items can be ordered online and delivered to school for distribution. (Approximately 85% of pupils said they would order in this way if possible.)
Ø Order forms would be present in school at all times and distributed in the same way.
Ø Yearly kit sales would take place, run by sportsjam.co.uk
Ø As part of the policy the department feels that this kit and this kit only should be worn by our pupils. The prices are competitive with any other local and national supplier. They are of a high quality and they would ensure smartness and durability for the pupils.
Ø Pupils in current years 10 and 8 will not be expected to purchase these items unless they have to replace any items.
NOTE:
· Parents and students should be aware that the school views the wearing of correct uniform as a key element of the school's identity and standards as a community. Any student failing or refusing to follow these guidelines will be sent home until they are able to do so.
Mrs H Burke
Headteacher
September 2009
Meole Brace School Science College, Longden Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 9DW
phone: 01743 235961 Fax: 01743 364017 E-Mail: admin@meolebrace.shropshire.sch.uk
