Uniform/Equipment

We believe that high standards of dress are important for students as individuals and the Academy as a whole. Our uniform has been chosen because it represents the clearly identifiable standard for The MFG. It is straightforward and smart. It is compulsory for all students, and parents are asked to support the staff in monitoring their child’s dress. The wearing of items of clothing relating to religious beliefs is acceptable, so long as they are in Academy colours.

Academy blazer with badge (Students in the ‘wrong’ colour blazer or with an unofficial badge, will be asked to purchase a new one from our school suppliers
Academy tie (available from our suppliers or school)
Plain white blouse/shirt with a conventional collar
Mid-grey tailored trousers, not black or tight fitting (see below)
Footwear – shoes (not trainers) should be plain black and either flat soles or with a conventional low heel (5cm max). Backless shoes, high heels and boots and leisure or leisure-looking shoes are not acceptable (see below)
Grey, V-neck, knitted jumper (optional for winter)
Socks should be white, black or grey. Tights should be black, grey or neutral
Jewellery – should be limited to a wrist watch
One pair of small stud earrings will be allowed
There should be no visible piercings apart from ear studs
Hair ornaments should be plain and in Academy colours (ie claret, white, black or grey)
Make-up, coloured nail varnish and false nails are not permitted
Hair colour and style must be appropriate for school. Hair should be no shorter than 6mm (No.2) and natural in colour and style

PE KIT

	Boys	Girls
*Indoor*	White polo shirt with Academy badge or plain white t-shirt Black Shorts Trainers (No pumps) Black football socks	White polo shirt with Academy badge or plain white t-shirt Black Shorts Trainers (No pumps) Black football socks
*Outdoor*	Grey fleece with Academy badge or plain grey fleece Black shorts Plain black track pants Football boots and trainers (No pumps) Black football socks	Grey fleece with Academy badge or plain grey fleece Black shorts Plain black track pants or sports leggings Trainers (No pumps) Black football socks
Shinpads are compulsory for hockey and football Gumshields are highly recommended for team rugby and hockey players When students are participating in after school clubs they may wear any of The MFG PE kit they wish, provided it is suitable to the activity they are taking part in. Students will be expected to bring their PE kit when excused from participating. They will then be appropriately attired to take on a leadership role.

Equipment

It is important that children come to the Academy ready and equipped for all lessons. Whilst all planners, exercise and text books will be provided, students will be expected to bring a pencil case containing the items below. We expect students to bring a bag big enough to carry these items. For PE lessons, students will be expected to change into their PE kit (see Kit section). Students require a yellow apron for DT lessons (or an alternative apron suitable for school). If students lose or damage their books or planner, they will be expected to pay for a replacement.

Students will need to bring the following items to school:

Student planner and a reading book of your choice
A yellow apron for Food lessons (or apron appropriate for use in school)

Equipment in Pencil Case
Pens (black/purple) Pencil Ruler Set of colouring pencils Rubber	Whiteboard pen Glue stick Geometry set with protractor and compass Calculator (ideally a CASIO fx-83GTX or CASIO fx-85GTX Solar)