Uniform
We believe good standards of dress and personal presentation promote a positive attitude to work and behaviour whilst identifying pupils to the local community and future employers as proud members of KES Academy. The co-operation of all parents and carers is requested to ensure that pupils are in correct uniform at all times.
The academy uniform is formal and is clearly defined and we expect all pupils to wear it correctly with pride. It is expected that all pupils will wear the uniform unless there is a valid medical or cultural reason why a student cannot wear a particular item or why they have to wear an additional garment. Any pupil refusing to wear the correct uniform will be withdrawn from lessons until the matter is rectified.
Our official uniform supplier is Stratfords, King’s Lynn. Orders can be placed online:
- STRATFORDS, 17-19 HAMBURG WAY, NORTH LYNN IND ESTATE, KINGS LYNN PE30 2ND
- TEL: 01553 772043
Uniform is available Monday to Friday 08.00 – 16.30, all year round.
Below is an overview of compulsory & optional items of uniform for boys & girls.
Main Uniform |
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| King Edward VII Academy Blazer | With Academy logo. Sleeves rolled down. | No other jacket / blazer/ hooded top is permitted. |
| King Edward VII
Academy Tie |
Tied under collar of closed neck white shirt (top button done up). At an appropriate length. | Academy tie with House colours. |
| White Shirt | Formal plain white (short or long sleeved) with stiff collar for wearing with a tie. Shirt sleeves rolled down. Top button done up and always tucked in. | No polo or open necked shirts |
| Grey Trousers |
Plain, formal loose fitting school style that reach down to the shoe. Not rolled up. Grey shorts of a suitable length can also be worn. |
No skinny trousers/jeans/chinos. No jogging bottoms or jeans. No patterns, studs or decoration. |
| Grey Knee Length Skirt |
Plain, pleated or flat fronted, formal school style skirt down to the knees, not stretchy. No mini or pencil skirts Children starting in Y7 from 2024/25 onwards must wear a KES branded skirt. |
No other style of skirt is permitted. Skirts should be Knee length as a minimum. |
| Navy jumper with academy logo (optional) | Navy jumper with academy logo (from approved supplier only). | No other style or colour is permitted. |
| Winter Coat |
Academy blazers must be worn underneath. Plain in design and dark in colour. No hooded tops/hoodies. The Academy will determine what is and is not a hooded top/hoodie. No coats to be worn in lessons. |
No hooded tops, jackets or sweatshirts to be worn over or under blazers. |
| Socks or tights | Plain black, below the knee socks or plain black tights. | No patterns or decoration. |
| Shoes | Plain black, flat, formal, leather-type sensible shoes that are polishable. | No trainers, boot shoes, canvas, suede, plimsolls, leisure shoes or sandals are permitted. No high heels, platforms or shoes without backs. |
| Jewellery |
One pair of stud earrings are permitted. No facial jewellery incl. retainers. No rings or bracelets of any kind other than medical. No smart watches are allowed. |
No other visible jewellery is permitted. No facial or body piercings or retainers. No hats or bandannas. Jewellery will have to be removed for specific practical lessons. Plasters are not permitted to cover jewellery. Jewellery will be confiscated for a period of time if the expectations outlined are not met. |
| Hair | Hair accessories should be black or grey in colour |
Extreme hairstyles or un-natural colours are not permitted. Shaved lines or patterns are not permitted (hair/eyebrows). |
| Make Up, eye lashes and nails |
No fake/acrylic/extended nails. False eyelashes are also not permitted. Nails should be natural coloured – only clear nail varnish. Make up must be clear and discreet |
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PE Kit |
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| Burgundy Polo Shirt | With Academy logo. | No other style or colour permitted. |
| Black Shorts | Plain black | No other style or colour permitted. |
| Tracksuit trousers or sports leggings | Plain black | No other colour or style is permitted. |
| Outdoor Sports Tops | Plain black | No other colour or style of hooded top is permitted. |
| Rugby Shirt (optional) | With Academy logo | No other style or colour permitted. |
| Showerproof Black jacket (optional) | With Academy logo | No other style or colour permitted. |
| Socks | White sports socks or red Academy sports socks. | No other style is permitted. |
| Footwear | Sports trainers or football boots when appropriate. | No other footwear permitted. |
If you are not able to participate in PE as a performer, you will still need to bring your PE kit and get changed.
If you fail to bring your PE kit, you will be expected to borrow from the PE Department.
Please note: King Edward VII Academy makes the final decision as to what is acceptable or not acceptable in all aspects of a students appearance. Sanctions will be put in place when our uniform policy is not adhered to.
For details of the King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form dress code, please click here.
