Uniform
It is our expectation that all children from Reception to Year 6 wear school uniform when attending school, representing the school or when participating in a school-organised event. Our aim is that children of Flax Bourton Primary School will develop and feel a sense of community and belonging through the wearing of the school uniform.
Where to purchase or acquire our uniform
- Second-hand uniform can be purchased through our Flax Bourton School Association (FBSA). Families of current and prospective pupils can get in touch with the FBSA via email flaxbourtonschoolpta@gmail.com.
- For parents/carers of pupils joining the school, we will give sufficient notice of where they can buy second-hand uniform in advance of the new school year/their child starting. We will also ensure that parents/carers can obtain second-hand uniform discreetly.
- The FBSA hold regular second-hand uniform sales or swap shops. These are held during open and accessible events (not exclusive to paid-for events).
To avoid discrimination, our school will:
- Avoid listing uniform items based on sex, to give all pupils the opportunity to wear the uniform they feel most comfortable in
- Make sure that our uniform costs the same for all pupils
- Allow all pupils to have long hair, although we reserve the right to ask that long hair be tied back
- Allow all pupils to style their hair in a way that is appropriate for school, and makes them feel most comfortable
- Allow pupils to wear headscarves and/or other religious garments
- Allow pupils with sensory or physical needs to make reasonable adaptations to their uniform, depending on their specific needs
- Allow pupils to request changes to swimwear for religious reasons, or if they are experiencing discomfort
- Allow for reasonable adaptations to our policy on the grounds of equality by asking pupils or their parents/carers to get in touch with Steve Lung (Headteacher, mailbox@flaxbourton.n-somerset.sch.uk), who can answer questions about the policy and respond to any requests. These will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Our Uniform Policy can be found on our policy webpage.
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School Uniform |
Plain navy-blue jogging bottoms (optional choice for Reception children only) |
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Plain grey knee-length shorts Plain grey trousers Plain navy-blue skirt Plain navy-blue pinafore dress Blue and white gingham dress Blue and white gingham playsuit (Shorts, skirts, dresses leggings and playsuits must be at least knee length to meet standards of modesty) |
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Plain light-blue polo shirt (branded version available – optional) |
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Plain navy-blue sweatshirt (branded version available – optional) Plain navy-blue cardigan (branded version available – optional) Optional fleece jacket (branded) available |
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Black shoes Grey socks Navy-blue tights Navy-blue long socks or short white socks when wearing a dress or skirt |
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PE Kit Children will wear PE kit to school on their designated PE days. |
Plain T-shirt in house team colour:
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Plain navy-blue sweatshirt (branded version available – optional) Plain navy-blue cardigan (branded version available – optional) |
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Plain navy-blue sports shorts Plain navy-blue sports skirt with navy-blue leggings Plain navy-blue tracksuit bottoms Plain navy-blue leggings (Shorts, skirts and leggings must be at least knee length to meet standards of modesty) |
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Trainers |
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Wellies |
All pupils to have a pair of wellington boots in school |
| Children in Reception are encouraged to have in school waterproof trousers & jacket or all-in-one suitable for outside activities whatever the weather | |
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Swimming |
Plain swimming trunks/costume (NOT Bermuda shorts or bikini) Towel Swimming bag |
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Hair, jewellery & makeup |
Children may wear watches and stud earrings. For health and safety reasons, no other jewellery may be worn in school. Hair accessories must be minimal, modest and plain in the school colours. No makeup to be worn including no lip balm/gloss or nail varnish. |
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Book Bags (Branded) |
Children are to bring in book bags rather than backpacks. Branded items with the school logo on can be purchased from ‘School Togs’ online: Flax Bourton CofE School | School Togs |
