COVID Update

Following on from rising Covid rates the Government has asked that face masks be reintroduced in all secondary schools for students and staff in communal areas. This is a sensible way to help keep students, staff and our wider community safe from Covid this winter.

Therefore, with immediate effect, we are requesting that all students (except those with a medical exemption) wear a face mask when travelling on school transport, in communal spaces and when queueing indoors for food.

Please remember to continue to perform a lateral flow test twice weekly.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation in keeping our local communities healthy and safe.

Our uniform can be purchased from Schoolwear Solutions (either at the shop in Oadby or ordered online) https://www.schoolwearsolutions.com.

Where the uniform has not been purchased from the company, it must be clearly reflective of our chosen uniform. The last date for ordering uniform from Schoolwear Solutions is 31st July ; after this date it cannot be guaranteed to be ready for the start of the new academic year.

All students are to wear the following:

Smart black pleated knee length skirt or black modesty skirt to the ankle
Black bootleg or straight leg suit style trousers (these should not be denim/jeans/leggings or a skinny fit, and must be full length)
A white blouse not a polo shirt
Plain white or black ankle socks or black tights, no long socks
All black shoes (these must not be high heeled/fashion shoes)/ankle boots

Either:

A blue and black v-neck jumper with the Sir Jonathan North logo on it OR a black with blue piping blazer with the Sir Jonathan North log on it
For physical education and dance students are to wear either a short OR long sleeved black sports top with the Sir Jonathan North logo on, and either black sports leggings, black tracksuit trousers or black shorts, white socks and sports trainers, a zipless black sweatshirt may be worn in winter

We also request that students follow the guidelines below regarding their appearance:

Only one small stud earring to be worn in each ear
No facial piercings
No make-up
No long or false nails which might impede the ability to learn
Sensible coats or jackets
Plain black or white headscarf, and if a headscarf is worn during physical education it must be changed to an elasticated one without a pin

Throughout the year, students will have some opportunities to wear non-school uniform. We will issue further guidelines for this, but request that students dress sensibly and appropriately at all times.

We ask parents to support the College uniform and ensure that their daughter is in the correct uniform every day. The College reserves the right to decide on the suitability of any items of clothing. Should you be unsure about anything, we urge you to contact us before purchasing.

ITEM	ACCEPTABLE	UNACCEPTABLE	ADDITIONAL NOTES
Trousers	Plain smart black Flat or pleated front Full length bootleg or straight style	Cropped /shorts/rolled up Skinny or flared leg Jeans or denim Jeans “style” or combats Leggings/jeggings/tracksuits Zips that show Large belts Buckles/ laces Pin stripes	Belts should be black and not be worn within belt loops and not for decorative purposes. If worn with boots, trousers should be worn outside boots.
Skirt	Plain black pleated school skirt Knee length Black modesty skirt to the ankle	Skinny fitting styles/tube/jersey/lycra/leggings bandeau/clingy fabric Large belts, buckles, laces, pin stripes Denim Slits Jubbah/shalwaar kameez/abaya Pinafore dresses	Skirts should be knee length.
Blouse	School range Plain white Must have collar Fitted/ tailored	Polo shirt Coloured Embroidery Sleeveless Patterned Midriff on show Sheer/transparent	Any vest/top worn underneath should be plain white, and the blouse should remain buttoned up to cover this.

Tights / Socks	Tights - Plain black or flesh coloured – school range Socks – Plain black or white ankle length	Patterned or footless tights Long socks
Black V-neck jumper with blue piping and the SJNC logo OR Black blazer with blue piping and the SJNC logo	Black with blue piping and the SJNC logo	Anything other than the items listed
Coat	A waterproof coat	Coloured sweatshirts/hoodies Denim	Coloured sweatshirts/hoodies are not suitable to be worn as a coat.
Shoes	Plain black leather or “leather look” or waterproof suede school shoes or boots	Daps/Plimsolls/Vans/Converse Trousers tucked into boots Trainers Flip flops Heels over 2”/large platform soles Ugg/Ugg-style or knitted boots Studs/chains/decorations	Trainers are only to be worn when participating in a sporting activity. Boots must be fully laced up.
Head / hair wear	Plain black or white headscarf Plain black or white hair bands, “bobbles and clips”	Embellished or decorated Coloured	Hats should not be worn indoors at any time.
Dance Kit	Either a long sleeved or short sleeved black sports top with the SJNC logo on Black sweatshirt Black tracksuit trousers or leggings Trainers and white socks	Zips or buttons on sweatshirts (Health and Safety)
PE Kit	Either a long sleeved or short sleeved black sports top with the SJNC logo on Black shorts or tracksuit trousers White socks Black sports leggings only for trampolining, aerobics, health and fitness and fitness activities Sports Trainers only If a headscarf is worn it must be elasticated with our a pin	Zips or buttons on sweatshirts (Health and Safety) Pumps/Converse/Vans Hair down (it must be tied back)	Year 7 will also require a swimming costume and a towel.
Other	No make up Only one small stud earring to be worn in each ear Watch ID cards to be worn on lanyard at all times (these will be provided) Nails must be of a suitable length for PE	No facial piercings Extreme, non-natural hair/weave colours e.g. pink, blue, red, green – including dip dyed No long or false nails Any item of jewellery other than those listed - including facial piercings Ear stretcher

Please note, the ‘unacceptable’ list is not exhaustive, and we expect parents to support the spirit of the College Uniform. We would like our students to look business like and ready for learning. This guide does not attempt to deal with every aspect of clothing - what it is offering is a guide to a common-sense approach to dress, if you are unsure about any items of clothing please contact us prior to purchasing.

FAQ

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July 2020