Uniform

The school expects the parents to support the policy on school uniform, as we believe that wearing school uniform helps to create a feeling of unity among pupils and strengthens their sense of belonging to the community of the school.

The uniform for pupils at St. Anthony’s is as follows:

1.	School blazer - navy with green trim and school crest.
2.	School jumper - navy with green, brown and white trim.
3.	A white long sleeved loose fitting open necked blouse with a revere collar and it should be loose not fitted, with the bottom tucked into the waist of the skirt. www.schooluniformshop.co.uk/product.php/181/trutex-rever-collar-long-sleeve-blouse-twin-pack
4.	A navy blue skirt - the skirt should be around knee length and should be neither tight fitting or with splits. Garments made with stretchy material such as Lycra are prone to 'ride up' are therefore unsuitable. The waistline should not be folded over to make the length of the skirt shorter.
5	Tights should be navy, without patterns. Alternatively, plain navy or white ankle socks (not trainer socks)may be worn.
6.	BLACK (single colour) SCHOOL SHOES ONLY, 'kicker' style boots are not acceptable, no fashion shpes eg. high heels, 'sling backs'. Boots may be worn during severe winter weather, but MUST be changed on arrival at school.
7.	Outdoor coats should be plain navy (or black if navy is not available); without any kind of logo and must be worn over the blazer.
8.	School scarf, no other scarf to be worn in school. Can be purchased from school.
9.	PE Kit - Purchased from Total Sport, tel no. 5679043. All with St. Anthony's School crest. *(being filtered through the school from Sept 2009)* *From September 2010 the PE kit is compulsory for Years 7, 8 and 9 and optional to all other year groups.* Navy T-shirt, poloshirt Navy shorts Navy-blue tracksuit bottoms may be worn in wintry weather Navy Hooded top Navy blue football socks (optional) Footwear – Your daughter must have trainers that are suitable for all activities, preferably cross trainers (any brand). Leisure trainers and Plimsolls are not suitable. Swimming Navy blue swimming costume including St. Anthony's crest (if buying own costume it must be plain navy blue) Gym sack Total Sport PE Order Form PE_Order_Form_2010.pdf

After Easter pupils may wear a Summer uniform of:

1.	White short-sleeved revere, loose fitting open necked blouse worn with a blazer (optional sleeveless jumper).
2.	A navy blue skirt - the skirt should be loose, comfortable and of an appropriate length.
3.	White or navy ankle socks or tights.

Please note:

1.	Short or tight skirts or skirts with slits are not appropriate for school wear.
2.	Items of personal jewellery are not appropriate for school wear. They may constitute a safety hazard and there is a risk of them being lost or stolen. Pupils may wear a wrist watch and one fixed stud or sleepers in the lobe of each ear, where written permission exists. Pupils are not allowed to wear any form of make-up.
3.	In bad weather pupils may wear black boots to come to school, but must change to shoes for wear in school.
4.	Trainers are not allowed for wear in school except for P.E. lessons. Mules/backless shoes are not appropriate for school wear. Trainer liners are not to be worn with school shoes.
5.	Hair must always be tied back using a plain navy hair accessory. Braided hair, hair extensions and inappropriate use of hair dye are not compatible with school uniform and not allowed in school.
6.	School bags should be black and of a suitable size to hold planner, exercise books and an A4 file.
7.	Planners, bottles of water etc. must not be carried in blazer pockets.
8.	The use of mobile camera phones in school time is not permitted. The school cannot take responsibility for the loss of items such as mobile phones.

School Uniform Years 12 - 13

The school expects sixth form students to adhere to the dress code. We believe it helps create a feeling of unity among students and strengthens their sense of belongng to the sixth form community. In many areas of employment a uniform or dress code is an asset to both the individual and the organisation. We have a smiliar policy for sixth form students.

1.	A nave blue skirt - the skirt should be loose, comfortable and of an appropriate length.
2.	A plain blue or white blouse. Tops with logos, hooded tops and vest tops are not worn in school. Any top must have a sleeve.
3.	A navy sweater or sixth form hoodie.
4.	Navy or beige tights.
5.	Black or brown shoes, stiletto heels damage floors and are not acceptable.
6.	Boots and flimsy sandals are also inappropriate.
7.	Navy or black coat or jacket.

Please note:
* Mules/backless shoes or stilettos are not appropriate wear.
* Denim or leather garments are not acceptable.