School Uniform

All children are expected to wear the uniform at school. We believe this gives children a sense of shared identify and belonging to the school community. Parents/carers are responsible for ensuring that their child is dressed appropriately for school and that all items of clothing are clearly named.

At Grange Farm we value the importance of children being active and engaging in high quality play. As part of our OPAL project, children are encouraged to run, build, climb and jump as well as get creative in our mud kitchen and sand pit. Research shows that physical activity is directly linked to better learning, focus, and overall wellbeing. But many school uniforms are not designed with movement in mind, making it difficult for children to fully engage in play and physical activities. For this reason we have carefully considered how to make our uniform smart, affordable and not restrictive.

Our school uniform colours are royal blue and grey:

• Royal blue cardigans, jumpers or fleece
• White polo shirts
• Grey trousers, shorts, skirts or pinafore dresses
• In warm weather, girls can wear summer dresses (e.g. blue gingham fabric)
• Children should all wear sensible plain black school shoes

Jumpers, cardigans and white polo shirts embroidered with the school name can be purchased from Andy Blair Schoolwear on Moseley Avenue in Coundon but these are not essential – non-embroidered royal blue jumpers/cardigans and white polo shirts are absolutely fine.

Children in Reception to Year 4 will need a blue school bookbag which can be purchased from the school office. Children in Year 5 & 6 may bring a small rucksack.

PE Kit

Children come into school in their PE kit on the days they have PE. These will be shared with parents at the beginning of each half term and whilst we endeavour to stick to these sometimes plan can change (especially as we work around varying weather conditions).

For PE days, all children should have:

• A plain white t-shirt
• Black shorts or tracksuit bottoms
• Black jumper/hoodie
• Trainers

If children are attending an after school sports club on a day they do not have PE, they should come to school dressed in their uniform and bring their PE kit with them in a small bag.

Wet weather

Our children go outside to play even in wet weather. For this reason ALL children need to have a pair of wellies in school at all times. These are stored in the class welly-sheds which are labelled around the school site. We also recommend children have either a rain suit or water proof coat with a hood in school every day. It is best if coats are dark coloured and easily washable.