Children at Samuel Barlow Primary Academy wear their uniform with pride. Our uniform shows that we are part of the academy’s community. We have the highest expectations from our children and parents with regards to school uniform and appearance, and strongly believe that our high standards promote positive behaviour, support effective teaching and learning and contribute to the ethos of the academy.

Uniform guidance

As you may be aware, government guidance on uniform has changed. The purpose of this guidance is to ensure the cost of school uniforms is reasonable and parents get the best value for money.

With this in mind, we have ensured that, if parents wish to purchase uniform items with the academy logo, our supplier gives the highest priority to cost and value for money, including the quality and durability of the garment.

However, we have also made changes to our uniform to also ensure that parents can buy all school uniform items (without logo) from any store.

If you have any questions about uniform, including where you can access second-hand uniform, please contact us.

Uniform supplier

Our uniform supplier is Mapac. Academy-branded uniform items can be purchased directly through the Mapac website.

Uniform

Nursery – year 4

  • White polo shirt or blouse
  • Navy blue jumper or cardigan (logo optional)
  • Black trousers, skirt or pinafore
  •  Black socks or a pair of black tights
  • Black shoes, no boots or trainers
  • Wellingtons for outdoor play

Summer term only

  • Blue pinafore dress or black shorts
  • White or black socks

Year 5 and 6

  • White shirt or blouse
  • Plain navy tie
  • Navy blue blazer with or without academy logo
  • Black skirt, pinafore or trousers
  • Black socks or a pair of black tights
  • Black shoes, no boots or trainers
  • Wellingtons for outdoor play

Summer term only

  • Blue checked dress or black shorts
  • White or black socks

PE kit

  • Plain white or navy t-shirt or polo shirt
  • Black shorts
  • Trainers
  • Black jogging bottoms
  • Navy blue hoody (no logo)

All clothing should be clearly labelled with your child’s name. This is especially important, as uniform items look similar and can easily be confused for another child’s. The academy cannot accept responsibility for any lost items.

Jewellery, hair and headwear

On health and safety grounds, we do not allow children to wear jewellery. However, if it is unavoidable, those with freshly pierced ears may wear one set of plain studs.

Hair that is long enough must be ties back at all times with only a plain blue or black band (no other hair accessories). Excessive hairstyles are strongly discouraged and the decisions about the suitability of an individual style are the responsibility of the Principal, whose decision will be final. Shaved designs are not permitted, nor are multiple hair colours.

Nail varnish and transfers, including temporary tattoos, are not permitted.

Second-hand uniform

If you are interested in purchasing pre-loved uniform please contact us.