School uniform and our dress code are regarded as an important part of school life and discipline.  A uniform and dress code helps to foster pride in our school and gives our young people a sense of belonging and a feeling of confidence.  It is expected that all parents support us in this.

It is a parental responsibility to make sure children are dressed correctly every day.  If guidelines are not followed consistently, parents may receive a message home.

School uniform for all children in school will consist of the following:

Navy blue sweatshirt or cardigan (plain or with the school logo), light blue polo shirt.

 

Grey trousers / skirt /pinafore (jeans and leggings are not permitted).

Sensible black shoes or plain black trainers.

Grey socks or tights.

Additional summer items:

Grey shorts, navy blue and white checked dresses or playsuits and white socks.  

PE Kit

A plain white t-shirt, plain black shorts, leggings or jogging bottoms, trainers (no blades or studs).

We ask that all items of clothing should have the child’s name written prominently inside them.

Jewellery

A single stud for pierced ears is acceptable but no other form of earrings. Earrings present a health and safety risk during PE sessions, so we follow guidance from “Safe Practice in Physical Education, School Sport & Physical Activity”, “Students unable to remove earrings should be required to make them safe by taping, front and back, which may offer a measure of protection. The taping should be sufficient to prevent the stud post penetrating the bone behind the ear should an unintentional blow be received (e.g. from someone or from equipment such as a ball). This taping may be done at home for younger children or prior to the lesson for older students. Staff are not required to remove or tape earrings for students.”

Parents must ensure that earrings are taped up on PE days, before children come to school or, if the child is able to tape themselves, that tape is provided for this purpose.

Plain watches may be worn but alarms and other noises should be turned off. No other jewellery is allowed.

Buying Uniform

We have an online supplier who will provide branded items. Delivery is available to school or a personal address: https://www.mapac.com/education/parents/uniform/cartertonprimaryox183ad

Supermarkets stock unbranded items, or these can usually be ordered online or for delivery.

Second Hand Uniform

We have a stock of second hand school uniform and this is available by request via the school office or by email to office@carterton.school.  At least 3 times a year we will have a bring and take event in school. If you would like to donate any second hand uniform, please drop items off at the school office.

Additional Help

Oxfordshire County Council does not offer grant funding for school uniforms, but they have put together some charitable organisations who might be able to help. Please click on the link here.