Our school uniform promotes a sense of belonging, pride, and equality among all pupils. We are committed to ensuring that our uniform is affordable, inclusive, and practical, in line with current government guidance.
In accordance with the statutory guidance issued under the Education (Guidance about Costs of School Uniforms) Act 2021, schools “must have regard to” guidance designed to ensure that uniform costs are reasonable and provide the best value for money for families . This includes keeping branded items to a minimum and ensuring uniforms are widely available.
We also take account of forthcoming legislation within the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, which is expected to come into force from September 2026. This will introduce a legal limit on compulsory branded items, with schools expected to require no more than three branded items (or four in secondary schools if one is a tie) .
Consistent with national guidance, we ensure that:
- Uniform choices are cost-effective and accessible, and never a barrier to attendance or admission
- Policies comply with the Equality Act 2010 and Human Rights Act 1998, avoiding discrimination
- Parents have clear information about requirements and access to support, including second-hand options
Our approach reflects the Department for Education’s expectation that “the cost of school uniforms should be reasonable” and that schools prioritise affordability for families
Compulsory items:
- Healing Primary Academy branded sweatshirt or cardigan
- Healing Primary Academy branded PE Polo
Other Uniform items:
- White polo shirt
- Grey, black or charcoal skirt, tailored shorts or trousers
- Black school shoes – not trainers or boots
- Blue check dress in summer (optional)
- Branded school book bag (optional)
- Branded PE drawstring bag (optional)
PE Kit
- Black PE shorts
- Healing Primary Academy branded fleece jacket for outdoor PE (optional)
- Tracksuit – plain coloured and appropriate; to be worn for outdoor PE in cold weather
- Trainers for outdoor PE and/or break times
Other
- On non-uniform days we ask that children come in appropriate clothing and footwear
- No earrings are to be worn
- A simple wristwatch may be worn – no other jewelry is permitted (other than for religious observance)
- Mobile phones should not be brought to school. If they are, then they must be handed to the class teacher each day.
- No make-up or nail varnish
- Please ensure long hair is tied back
- Grey, white or black (plain coloured) socks
Hairstyles will be deemed inappropriate for school and the learning environment as follows:
- A “number one” cut is not acceptable
- Extremes of style or colour
- Marked contrast in hair length or colour
Healing Primary Academy branded school uniform can be purchased from Uniform Direct.
