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Uniform at Oxted
The school aims to create a purposeful and aspirational attitude to learning through the wearing of a smart school uniform.
The full correct uniform must be worn on the journey to and from school.
Where to purchase:
School uniform is only available to purchase from Ellis Scott Schoolwear, 24 Church Street, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0AN
Telephone: 01737 243825 Email: enquiry@ellisscott.co.uk Website: Ellis Scott Schoolwear
Details:
Items marked with * are available only from the school outfitters, Ellis Scott Schoolwear.
All property should be clearly marked with your child’s name.
Uniform Expectations
Uniform Explanation
Skirts & Trousers
Black pleated kilt style skirt with
coloured piping that reflects the House colour
OR
Plain black tailored trousers
The skirt or tailored trousers are compulsory for all students in Year 7 to Year 11.
The skirt must be purchased from the school supplier. It must be worn to knee length with the bottom of the skirt sitting on the kneecap.
The school does not permit the wearing of black jeans or black chinos.
Leggings, black jeans, stirrup pants or linen trousers are not permitted.
Compulsory Blazer
Compulsory black blazer with breast pocket and Oxted School badge* sewn or embroidered on to blazer
Blazers are compulsory for all students and must be worn at all times including the journey to and from school
Shirts & Jumpers
Plain white blouse or shirt
The top button of blouses or shirts must be fastened at all times and must be tucked into the skirt or trousers.
Black V-necked jumper (optional)
V-necked jumpers are optional. No round neck jumpers or sweatshirts are allowed to be worn.
Ties
House tie* and Year Lanyard
The tie must be fastened so that it sits against the top button of the blouse or shirt
Socks, Tights & Shoes
Black socks only OR plain tights
No fluffy socks or leg warmers allowed. Coloured socks should not be worn over tights
Completely black shoes in leather or similar which can be polished. No boots, canvas shoes or fabric trainers
Shoes must be plain black leather. The school does not permit trainers of any description. The school does not permit canvas, patent or sling back shoes or boots of any kind.
Coats & Outerwear
A plain dark coloured coat for wearing outdoors, but no hoodies allowed
Outdoor coats must be in a dark colour (black, brown or navy blue). Coats, scarves and gloves must be removed inside the school buildings. Hooded tops, leather or denim jackets are not permitted and if worn will be confiscated. This also applies to baseball caps.
Physical Education Uniform
ALL STUDENTS
All items available from Ellis Scott Schoolwear
- White Oxted School polo shirt
- Black/red Oxted shorts or black/red Oxted skort
- Black/red Oxted School hoodie optional (no other hoodie allowed)
- Black Oxted tracksuit bottoms (or plain black tracksuit bottoms)
- Black Oxted school branded leggings
- Black/white GCSE/BTEC shirt (Years 9-11)
- Sport specific equipment (gumshield, shin pads, footwear etc.)
PE Uniform – Alternatives if unable to wear full Oxted branded PE Uniform
- Plain white sports shirt
- Plain black sports shorts or skort
- Plain black sports jumper
- Plain black tracksuit bottoms
- Plain black sports leggings (Nike/Adidas etc.)
- Oxted School hoodie (no other hoodies allowed)
Notes:
- All jewellery must be removed for all PE lessons
- Taping is not permitted
- If students cannot participate in PE, they are expected to bring a note and their coaching kit (PE uniform) so they can take on a different role. If they do not have coaching kit, then the PE sanction for no kit will apply
Jewellery/Headwear/Hair/Makeup
Only one pair of small stud earrings (not diamond or coloured plastic) is permitted. Earrings may only be worn in the earlobe, not at the top of the ear.
Students will be asked to remove earrings that are not small studs or that are not in the ear lobe.
For health and safety reasons no other body piercing is permitted
Students will be asked to remove studs and bars from piercings. No facial piercings are allowed.
Students can wear a wrist watch if they wish
The wearing of rings, bracelets and necklaces is not permitted. These will be confiscated if worn.
Hair must be of a reasonable length and one natural colour
Long hair must be tied back for certain workshop / drama / laboratory / PE activities. Beads are not permitted.
Extremes of fashion in hairstyles are not suitable for school. Very short (number 1 or 2) cut or shaven hair is not acceptable in school. Students must not have motifs etc. shaven into their hair. Where students do not follow the rules for hair length/colour/motifs they will be isolated.
Lipstick, eye make-up and/or false eyelashes are not permitted. Coloured nail varnish, acrylic or gel nails are not permitted
Students will be told to remove make up and nail varnish.
No false eyelashes, acrylic nails are allowed.