Goldsmith Primary Academy, Goldsmith Road, Harden, Walsall, WS3 1DL
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Uniform

Ethos and Vision:

Our policy is based on the belief that a school uniform:

  •      Promotes a sense of pride in the school
  •      Engenders a feeling of belonging
  •      Is practical and distinctive
  •      Identifies the pupils with the school
  •      Is not distracting in class
  •      Makes pupils feel equal to one another in terms of appearance
  •      Reflects the sense both of community and of diversity that the school takes pride in
  •      Is regarded as suitable, and good value for money

Some decisions on school uniform policy are made to maintain health and safety. For example, pupils are more easily identified on a school trip if they are wearing a sweatshirt or cardigan with the school badge.

Uniform Across School

Reception to Year 6:

  • Top: Black logo jumper or cardigan, white button-up shirt or blouse, and Goldsmith tie.
  • Bottoms: Black or grey trousers, grey skirt, or black/grey pinafore (no joggers or jeans).
  • Summer Option: Black or grey shorts, or a yellow summer dress.
  • Footwear: Black school shoes (no trainers or boots).

Nursery & Goldilocks:

  • Top: Black jumper or cardigan and a white polo shirt (no tie required).
  • Bottoms: Black or grey trousers, joggers, skirt, or pinafore.
  • Summer Option: Black or grey shorts, or a yellow summer dress.
  • Footwear: Black school shoes (no trainers or boots).

PE Uniform (Reception to Year 6):

  • Top: Black Goldsmith PE t-shirt.
  • Bottoms: Black or grey joggers (no jeans or leggings).
    Summer option: black/grey shorts.
  • Footwear: Trainers or black plimsolls for PE only.
    Children must change for PE and wear appropriate footwear for indoor PE in the hall.

Trainers:

  • Trainers: Only allowed for PE, not for regular school wear.

Continue to check the website, ClassDojo and Arbor for up to date information.

If pupils do not have a PE kit in school they will not be allowed to participate directly in the lesson, but will be involved in other ways.

Sustainability Swap Shop:

We are committed to sustainability and offer a ‘Sustainability Swap Shop’ where parents can find pre-loved, second-hand uniforms. Additionally, a local charity shop provides Goldsmith pre-loved uniforms.

For more information, please contact the school and ask for Mrs. Twells.

Jewellery:

  • Allowed: Small silver or gold stud earrings (must be removed for PE).
    Jewellery for religious reasons is allowed with written permission from the headteacher.
  • Not Permitted: Large earrings, body piercings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, makeup, or coloured nail varnish.
    These are not permitted for reasons of health and safety and are common practice in most primary schools in the United Kingdom. Details of this can be found at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/services/education/.

Hair:

  • Style: Long hair should be tied up with dark-colored accessories (small black bow allowed).
  • Restrictions: Large bows are not allowed (only permitted on non-uniform days).
    Headwear for religious reasons is allowed.

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in a conversation with the senior leadership team.

Additional Uniform and Appearance Guidelines:

At Goldsmith Primary Academy, the following are not allowed:

  • False nails or painted nails
  • Any form of makeup
  • Extreme hair colors
  • Hairstyles with noticeable variations in color or length
  • Shaven heads or haircuts with shaved symbols or lines

For more detailed information, please refer to the School Uniform Policy.

Key Documents:

Goldilocks and Nursery Uniform Checklist Reception - Year 6 Uniform Checklist School Uniform Policy