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Uniform

At Burton Borough School WE BELIEVE

uniform plays a key role in shaping the culture and expectations of our academy. School uniforms help to define the ethos of an academy, and the standards expected

They help give students pride in their academy and make them ambassadors for the school in the wider community. As an academy, we have designed our uniform to be as inclusive as possible while also remaining cost-effective for parents and carers. We have kept branded or named items to a minimum and ensured that our uniform can be purchased from a range of providers at affordable prices.

Our Expectations

It is our academy policy that all students wear full uniform:

When attending school
When travelling to and from school
When participating in academy-organised events outside of normal school hours

We expect students to maintain high standards in their appearance at all times.

The academy receives Pupil Premium funding for eligible students and maintains a hardship fund to help subsidise the cost of compulsory uniform in exceptional circumstances. If you would like to request financial assistance, please contact your child’s Head of Year in writing.

If you are unsure about any aspect of our uniform policy or would like further guidance, please refer to our full Uniform Policy document or contact the school office.

Uniform list

Main School Uniform

Item	Expectation	Additional Notes
Blazer	Black blazer with the BBS badge on chest pocket	Must be worn at all times around school. Sleeves must not be rolled up. May be removed in lessons at teacher’s discretion.
Trousers	Standard full-length black tailored trousers	No hipster, skinny, flared trousers, jeans, fashion buttons/zips/laces. Ankles must not be visible.
Belts	Plain black belt	No large belt buckles.
Skirt	Blue Kelso tartan skirt – knee-length	No other skirts permitted. Skirts must not be rolled up.
Shirt	White shirt or blouse with top button; must be tucked in	No fitted blouses. No untucked shirts. Must have a regular collar (no rounded styles).
Jumper	Optional black “V” neck sweater worn under blazer	Hoodies are not permitted (except Y11 leavers in last week before study leave). Confiscated if worn.
Tie	School clip-on tie with logo	Special ties (County/Region/BBS Band) may be worn with Principal’s permission. Y11 Platinum students wear a platinum/silver tie.
Socks	Plain black socks covering the ankle	No coloured socks, trainer socks, or leggings.
Tights	Plain black or flesh-coloured	No patterned, lace, fishnet, coloured, or footless tights.
Shoes	Plain black leather or PVC leather school shoes (max heel: 3cm)	No trainers, fabric/canvas shoes, pumps, boots, sandals, wedges, dance slippers, or fashion styles. Laced shoes must have black laces. No ankle boots or creepers.
Coat	Optional – plain outdoor coat worn over uniform	Coats must not be worn inside the building. No inappropriate logos/slogans.
Bag	Large and strong enough to carry books and equipment	Small handbags that cannot carry books are not acceptable.

Supporting uniform accessibility

Is your child’s uniform too small? Or no longer needed? Don’t throw it away — donate it!

Why Donate?

Support Younger Students: Your outgrown uniforms help others get ready for school without the high cost.
Reduce Waste: Give your uniform a second chance — help the environment by recycling!
Save Families Money: Your donation makes a big difference for families struggling with uniform costs.
Build a Caring Community: Let’s work together to support every student’s success.

Drop off your clean, gently used uniforms at the reception.

Together, we can make school affordable and welcoming for all.

PE and Dance Kit

PE Uniform

Girls’ PE Kit

Required Items	Optional Items
BBS embroidered & initialled polo shirt	Training pants (embroidered & initialled)
At least one: Full-zip training top / Full-zip insulated top with hood (embroidered & initialled)	Plain navy/black base layers for outdoor sports
At least one: Skort / Leggings / Shorts (embroidered & initialled)	Football boots (optional)
Plain white sports socks	Shin pads (optional)
Trainers
Towel
Gum shield (for hockey & rugby)

Boys’ PE Kit

Required Items	Optional Items
BBS embroidered & initialled polo shirt	Training pants (embroidered & initialled)
Shorts (embroidered & initialled)	Plain navy/black base layers for outdoor sports
At least one: Rugby shirt / ¼ zip training top / Full zip insulated top with hood (embroidered)
Navy blue football socks
White indoor sports socks
Trainers
Football boots
Towel
Gum shield (for hockey & rugby)
Shin pads

PE Expectations

Boys must wear shorts for indoor sports.
No jewellery is allowed during PE.
Hair must be tied back; no clips or headbands permitted.
ALL uniform and kit must be clearly labelled with full name and initials.

Personal Presentation

Category	Expectation	Not Allowed
Make-up	KS4 only – subtle/natural foundation and clear nail varnish only	No makeup in KS3. No blusher, bronzer, thick mascara, false eyelashes, eyeliner, eyeshadow, pencilled eyebrows, false nails, or coloured varnish.
Hair Styles	Sensible styles	No extreme colours or styles, including shaved patterns or backcombing.
Hair Accessories	Plain black or navy-blue bands or bobbles	No bright colours, large flowers, or fashion accessories.
Jewellery	One small stud (4mm max) per ear, a watch, max two charity wristbands, religious items (discreet)	No rings, large earrings, dangly/fashion earrings, gauges, cuffs. No facial or body piercings. All non-uniform jewellery will be confiscated.
Headwear	Plain black headscarf or turban for religious reasons	Must be discussed with Head of School.
Glasses/Contacts	Prescription only	No fashion glasses or coloured contact lenses.

Note:
Burton Borough School supports equality and diversity. If a student is undergoing gender transition or does not identify with a specific gender, uniform expectations will be discussed sensitively with the student and family on a case-by-case basis. Please contact your Head of Year.

Where to buy school uniform from

Where to buy school uniform from

Mary Tots N Teens Newport. Address: Stafford St, Newport, Telford. Phone: 01952 400476

Newport Sports. Address: Audley Avenue Business Park. Phone: 01952272722

Baker & Son Schoolwear, Address: 29 New Street, Wellington, Telford, TF1 1LU. Phone: 01952 641897