APSOL Uniform
Our school uniform is important to us. Apsol’s uniform policy reflects our values and reinforces our school’s culture of high expectations, pride in our appearance, and academic and character development.
All pupils must dress according to APSoL’s uniform policy.
School items can be purchased directly at school. Parents / Carers need to use our online payment portal: My child at school (MCAS) to select and pay for items.
The uniform for our school will be high quality, smart and durable, and will offer good value for money.
Once uniform is purchased online, it can be collected from the school office once a notification email is received.
Principles
Our policy is that all children should wear clothing that is in keeping with a purposeful learning ethos and be proud to represent the school.
We also believe that certain school activities are facilitated by specialised and appropriate clothing (including organised events outside normal school hours).
Aims
Our policy is based on the belief that a school uniform:
• Promotes a sense of pride in the school
• Engenders a feeling of belonging
• Is practical and distinctive
• Identifies the children with the school
• Makes children feel equal to one another in terms of appearance
• Reflects the sense both of community and of diversity that the school takes pride in
Racial Equality & Equal Opportunities
All children have equal access to wearing school uniform regardless of their culture, race, religion, gender, disability or ability. We ensure that the set uniform respects other policies such as race relations, sex discrimination and allows for individual sets of circumstances of all groups and individuals.
APSoL is committed to creating a positive environment that will enable everyone to work free from racial intimidation and harassment and to achieve their full potential.
Making uniform accessible for all
APSoL offers a uniform grant to some pupils. The eligible criteria for a uniform grant is similar to qualifying for free school meals (FSM). Please contact the school office if you believe your child is entitled to a uniform grant.
APSOl Uniform
| STANDARD UNIFORM Boys & Girls
FOR RECEPTION AND YEARS 1-6 |
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| Uniform Items | Photos | Required | Where to purchase – available at |
| Apsol school blazer |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| Apsol V-neck school jumper (grey/teal) |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| Apsol school tie |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| School dark grey trousers or shorts (Boys)
Dark grey pinafore dress or skirt (Girls) *girls can also wear dark grey school trousers or shorts |
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Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
| White buttoned shirt long sleeved or short sleeved (Boys & girls) |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
| Plain dark grey socks or tights (no other colours allowed) |  
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Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
| Black shoes (no other colours permitted)
*In the winter children must bring their school shoes in their bags if they choose to wear something warmer for the journey to school. |
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Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
| School backpack
Reception to Year 6 |
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Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| PE KIT UNIFORM
FOR RECEPTION AND YEARS 1-6 |
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| PE Kit Items | Photos | Required | Where to purchase |
| PE jumper |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| PE joggers |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| PE T-shirt with logo |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| PE school bag with logo (this will also be needed for swimming in Y2) |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | From school office or through My Child At School (MCAS) |
| Black shorts |  |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
| Trainers (plain trainers – no logos) or plimsoles |   |
Required for Reception to Years 6 | Any high street retailer or supermarket of parents’ choice |
Hair Accessories
Hair bands, headscarves or clips should be discreet and in keeping with our school colours (grey, teal, purple, white).