UNIFORM Years 7-11 Uniform at King Henry’s

King Henry’s pupils are expected to take pride in their uniform and appearance: clothes should be clean, in good repair and worn properly; hair must be tidy, of natural colour and appropriate for a school setting. All articles must be clearly marked with the pupil’s name and Form

Uniform Travelling to/from School

School uniform will be worn whenever pupils are on site at King Henry VIII School. This includes the journey to and from school and on school visits as required.

To promote a healthy lifestyle, our uniform does not preclude walking or cycling to school. Pupils are permitted to wear light colours and reflective materials over their uniform, so that pupils are as visible as possible when walking or cycling to school during the winter months.

Uniform Sales The Parents’ Association run uniform sales every Half Term in the School Hall, where second hand items of uniform can be purchased.

Further Questions? If a pupil or family are experiencing any difficulties caused by our uniform guidance on such bases as religion, race, disability, gender identity or medical issues then they are encouraged to contact their child’s Head of Year to discuss further. Blazer: Black with School badge on pocket

Badge: Identifying House

Jumper: Black school jumper with red piping

Blouse: Plain, white, long-sleeved, open-necked blouse - revere collar.

Skirt: Dark grey, knee-length regulation skirt

Tights: Plain black or natural colour tights

Shoes: Plain black, smart lace-up or formal shoes

Nail Varnish: Colourless

Shirt: Plain, white, long- sleeved shirt

School Tie: In House colours

Trousers: Grey - normal cut with conventional pockets

Socks: Plain black or grey

Shoes: Plain black, smart lace-up or smart formal slip-on shoes Skirt Uniform Blazer * Black blazer with school pocket badge.

Skirt * Harrow-grey skirt, with overlap vent. For all skirts the length must be ‘on the knee’. Given that pupils are generally still growing, parents should purchase skirts ‘below the knee’, as they will otherwise be asked to buy a replacement as soon as the skirt is not of regulation length. It should be comfortable, not tight fit.

Either Blouse (no tie) or Shirt (with tie) * • Plain, white, long-sleeved, open-necked blouse with revere collar. During the Summer Term only, a plain, white, open-neck, short-sleeved blouse with revere collar may be worn. Blouses must be tucked in at all times. • Plain, white, long-sleeved shirt. Ties to be worn at all times unless otherwise advised. During the Summer Term only, a plain, white, short-sleeved shirt may be worn. Shirts must be tucked in at all times.

Jumper * Black school jumper with red piping. Please note the manufacturer’s instructions and do not use fabric conditioner when washing.

House colours will be identified by badges (with a blouse) or tie (with a shirt) in the appropriate colours: Hales’ - Green Holland’s - Red Sherwyn’s - Yellow White’s - White Please note: the School will provide the badges for Year 7 on the first day of term.

Tights/Socks Plain black or natural colour tights. Short socks in summer Trainer socks are not considered suitable. Tights/socks must be worn at all times.

Trouser Uniform Blazer * Black blazer with school pocket badge. The blazer must be worn in movement within the school at all times.

Jumper * Black school jumper with red piping. Please note the manufacturer’s instructions and do not use fabric conditioner when washing.

Trousers Harrow Grey trousers (not black) of normal cut and with conventional pockets.

Either Shirt (with tie) or Blouse (no tie) • Plain, white, long-sleeved shirt. Ties to be worn at all times unless otherwise advised. During the Summer Term only, a plain, white, short-sleeved shirt may be worn. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. • Plain, white, long-sleeved, open-necked blouse with revere collar. During the Summer Term only, a plain, white, open-neck, short-sleeved blouse with revere collar may be worn. Blouses must be tucked in at all times.

House colours will be identified by tie (with a shirt) or badges (with a blouse) in the appropriate colours: Hales’ - Green Holland’s - Red Sherwyn’s - Yellow White’s - White

Pupils who have gained representative honours may wear the appropriate tie in the year/season during which representation has occurred.

Socks Plain black or grey socks. Socks must be worn at all times.

* Items available only from the School Shop. General Uniform Outdoor Coat Any smart, plain coat is acceptable. Jackets with slogans or hoodies are not acceptable.

Girls’ Jewellery Girls with pierced ears may wear plain stud/small sleeper earrings. Only one earring per ear lobe may be worn. A single gold or silver chained necklace may be worn. One plain, discreet ring can be worn. Nose studs and other body piercings are not permitted. If a pupil is required to wear an item of jewellery for religious reasons, then a letter is required from parents at the start of the academic year.

Make up No make-up. Nail varnish, if used, should be colourless.

Shoes Shoes must be plain black with no coloured trim, logos, flashes or branding. Boots are not allowed, only shoes below the ankle and must have no obvious heel or platform The shoe types (pictured right) are examples of those which are not permitted.

Boys’ Jewellery No jewellery other than a watch. Boys are not allowed to wear earrings. No nose studs and no other body piercings are permitted. If a pupil is required to wear an item of jewellery for religious reasons, then a letter is required from parents at the start of the academic year.

Hair Styles Hair should be neat and tidy. Bizarre or extreme colours or styles are not permitted. This is at the discretion of the Head of Year. Examples of haircuts not permitted include: shaved tram lines or patterns, asymmetric styles, shaved sides (shorter than a no.2) with longer hair across the top/centre or cuts shorter than a no.2 all over.

Facial Hair All boys are to be clean shaven. If there are religious reasons for not shaving these need to be supported by a letter from parents at the start of term.

The final say on all matters to uniform is at the discretion of one of the Deputy Head. For further clarity on any issue, please consult a Deputy Head prior to purchasing any items.

All items of clothing must be clearly marked with the owner’s name Girls’ PE and Games Kit

All P.E. and Games kit is purchased from the School Shop, details of which are given below.

Compulsory Kit: School P.E. red polo top House polo top (Years 7 & 8 only) School Skort School Tracksuit top School Hockey socks Short white socks, NOT trainer socks School Black cotton gym shorts School Black swimming costume (Years 9-11) School Red swimming costume (Years 7 & 8 only) School Tracksuit trousers Swim hat (available from school in House colours) Hockey stick Hockey Shin pads Sports gum shields (See information in the Welcome Pack) Trainers School Black base layer

Optional Kit: School black hoodie Kit bag Astro trainers Tennis racquet If selected to represent the school the following kit will be needed: Netball shirt, Hockey shirt

All items of clothing must be clearly marked with the owner’s name Boys’ PE and Games Kit All P.E. and Games kit is purchased from the School Shop, details of which are given below.

Compulsory Kit: School White P.E. top (only for years 9-11) P School.E. House polo top (Years 7 & 8 only) School White P.E. shorts (only for years 9-11) Sports trainers School Rugby shirt School Black Rugby shorts School Tracksuit trousers School Tracksuit top Hockey/Rugby socks Hockey stick Hockey Shin pads (Yr7-10) Rugby/football boots Sports gum shield (See leaflet in the Welcome Pack) School Red Swim trunks Swim hat (available from school in House colours) School Black base layer

Optional Kit: Cricket protective ‘box’ School black hoodie Cricket sleeveless jumper Hockey shirt Cricket trousers Kit bag Cricket team shirt Astro trainers White base layer (cricket only)

All items of clothing must be clearly marked with the owner’s name Number 57 Schoolwear

Manageress: Mrs. Helen Zgraja Telephone: 024 76597876 Web: www.number57schoolwear.co.uk Email: [email protected]

Opening Hours These hours will be extended over the summer Monday - Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm Saturday 10.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. Sunday/Bank Holidays Closed

Location 57 Barker Butts Lane, Coundon, Coventry, CV6 1DU...... Payment In cash, by guaranteed cheque or major debit/credit card.

King Henry VIII School, Warwick Road, Coventry CV3 6AQ Telephone: 024 7627 1111 | Email: [email protected] | www.khviii.com