The Corbet School Prospectus

School Prospectus

What will your child wear?

School Uniform

We consider the wearing of school uniform to be a contributing factor in the pupils self-esteem and their adoption of a positive work ethic. When setting out the guidelines about school uniform we expect the co-operation of parents. The school is very keen to maintain high standards of uniform.

Our Uniform Order Form can be viewed and printed for the Parent's Resources page.

Girls

School issue polo shirt
School issue sweatshirt (Yrs.7-10 Navy, Yr.11 Burgundy)
Grey or black standard school skirt
Grey or black standard trousers – (not light grey and not ‘jeans’ style)
White socks
Black or neutral tights
Black shoes (low heels) - not black trainers

Boys

School issue polo shirt
School issue sweatshirt (Yrs.7-10 Navy, Yr.11 Burgundy)
Grey or black standard trousers - (not light grey and not ‘jeans’ style)
Black shoes (low heels) - not black trainers

During the AUTUMN and SPRING TERMS wearing the Polo Shirt and Sweatshirt will be COMPULSORY. In the SUMMER TERM the Sweatshirt will be OPTIONAL.

Outer Coat
A reflective stripe, patch or arm bands are recommended for safety on the roads in dull winter weather.

Rules About Appearance

The following clothing may not be worn at any time in school:-

Denim
Leather or leather-look
Military wear
High or stiletto heels, open or sling-back shoes
Heavy boots
Trainers
Corduroy
Leggings
Other fashion accessories e.g. fashion belts

If you have any queries about any items of uniform please contact the school before purchasing.

Jewellery
No jewellery is allowed in school. There are several sound reasons for this ruling on jewellery:-

Health and Safety – any pupils wearing jewellery can easily catch rings, studs or other accessories on furniture, equipment or each other, causing unnecessary injuries.
Security – despite clear guidelines pupils have brought to school valuable or sentimental items of jewellery, like necklaces, which have caused upset when accidentally lost.
Appearance – a blanket ban helps in the school’s policy which is to maintain a smart uniform.
Discipline – by making one simple rule it removes, at a stroke, any disputes over whether pupils can wear one or more rings or studs. Such disputes are an unnecessary distraction from the principle aim of the school – education.

Make-Up
The wearing of make-up is not encouraged at The Corbet School. However a skin tone foundation will be accepted. Mascara, eyeliner, eye-shadow, blusher, lipstick and lip-gloss are not permitted. Pupils will be asked to remove excessive make-up, if worn.

The Governing Body will be looking to parents to support the school in the strict adherence to school uniform rules. It is asking for their co-operation in ensuring that pupils wear appropriate shoes and other items of school uniform rather than inappropriate alternatives.

The School Uniform, which is compulsory is supplied through the school office. Prices are:-

Pale Blue Polo Shirt (£6.50–£9.00)
Navy Sweatshirt Years 7–10 (£7.50–£11.00)
Burgundy Sweatshirt Year 11 only (£7.50–£11.00)

The following item is Optional:

Showerproof Fleece (£12.00-£17.00)

P.E. Kit and Equipment

The following is a list of P.E. kit required by each pupil:

Many lessons take place outdoors and it is important that pupils are able to keep warm.
For their own safety it is important that pupils should have the correct footwear and protective items for their activities.

The following items are Compulsory:

Reversible navy rugby shirt with yellow stripe (Boys).
P.E Sweatshirt (Girls).*
Navy shorts (Boys and Girls)
White polo shirt with logo.*
Navy hockey /football socks (2 pairs recommended).
White socks.
Studded footwear (compulsory for rugby and football lessons).
Trainers (suitable for sports activities)
Shin Guards (compulsory for hockey and football lessons).

The following items are Highly Recommended:

Navy Rugby Shorts for boys.
Navy Tracksuit Bottoms (these must be plain navy blue with minimal or no logos).
Mouth guard.

Guideline Prices (Kit available from school office).

Navy P.E. Sweatshirt (£9.00-£10.00)
Navy Reversible Yellow Rugby Shirt (£10.50-£13.00)
Navy Rugby Shorts (£6.50-£8.00)
White P.E. Shirts (£6.50-£8.00)
Navy P.E. Skirt (£7.00-£8.50)
Navy Football/Hockey Socks (£2.50- £3.00)
Navy Shorts (£4.50-£6.50)

General School Equipment

We would ask Parents to ensure that pupils arrive every day equipped for their lessons with the following items:-

pen
pencil
ruler
rubber
calculator
coloured pencils

In some subjects, such as Technology, pupils will also be expected to bring special items of equipment.

D.T. Workshop Apron* (£2.50)
D.T. Food Apron* (£5.75)

* Available ONLY from school office.

The Corbet School Technology College