Uniform
A very high standard of uniform is expected at all times, throughout the school day and on the way to and from school. Please ensure that all items of uniform and equipment are clearly marked. All items can be obtained from our uniform suppliers, please see details at the bottom of this page. We also offer second hand uniform sales during the academic year organised by the PTA. Items not specific to Samuel Ryder Academy are available at many other retailers. Items in Bold are the compulsory branded items which can only be purchased exclusively through our uniform suppliers or PTA second hand uniform sales.
Secondary Phase Uniform: Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
Option 1 Uniform (All items available from our uniform suppliers)
- Pleated navy skirt (optional) (‘A’ line, knee length, it is worth bearing in mind that the skirt may need to be replaced regularly in order to meet this uniform requirement)
- Navy/neutral tights or white socks (not knee high or trainer socks)
- Plain white shirt with a school house tie (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers) or plain white revere collar blouse with school house badge
- Navy blazer with school badge (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy trousers (Not flaired) (optional)
- Plain navy v-neck pullover with yellow trim (optional) to be worn under blazer (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Sensible, black shoes. Heels should be no higher than 2 inches. Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
- Dark raincoat or topcoat (not denim or leather, no hoodies)
Option 1 PE Kit
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue skort or Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic shorts (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy (loose fitting) shorts or skort
- Samuel Ryder Academy navy leggings (optional) (Key Stage 4 & 5 only), (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy hocky length socks
- One-piece swimming costume (navy blue or black)
- Swimming hat and towel
- Swim goggles (optional and desirable)
- Trainers (with non-marking soles)
- Samuel Ryder Academy mid-layer top (optional but desirable), (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy rugby top (optional), (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Football boots (screw in stud/hybrid or moulded studs only, no blades)
- Boot bag (optional)
- Shin pads (optional and recommended)
- Soft gym/dance shoes (optional)
- Mouth guard (compulsory for rugby and hockey lessons)
- Samuel Ryder Academy waterproof jacket (optional), (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Plain navy tracksuit bottoms (optional)
Option 2 Uniform (All items available from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy blazer with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Light grey trousers (flannel, not cord, not shiny)
- White shirt
- Plain navy v-neck pullover with yellow trim (optional) to be worn under blazer (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- School house tie, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers) (replacements from the school shop)
- Grey socks (not trainer socks)
- Sensible, black shoes. Heels should be no higher than 2 inches. Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
- Dark raincoat or topcoat (not denim or leather, no hoodies)
Option 2 PE Kit
- Samuel Ryder Academy rugby top, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy navy shorts, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy shorts
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy hocky length socks
- Swimming shorts (navy blue or black)
- Swimming hat and towel
- Swim goggles (optional and desirable)
- Trainers (with non-marking soles)
- Samuel Ryder Academy mid-layer top (optional but desirable) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Football boots (screw in stud/hybrid or moulded studs only, no blades)
- Boot bag (optional)
- Shin pads (optional and recommended)
- Mouth guard (compulsory for rugby and hockey lessons)
- Samuel Ryder Academy waterproof jacket (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Plain navy tracksuit bottoms (optional)
In addition to the above, Option 1 & 2 Winter PE Kit can include the following:
- Navy blue/black skins or thermals (to be worn under the Samuel Ryder Academy or plain navy skort, Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic or plain navy shorts or the Samuel Ryder Academy or plain navy shorts and the Samuel Ryder Academy PE or plain navy hockey length socks
Early Years & Key Stage 1 Uniform: Reception, Year 1 & Year 2
EYFS & Key Stage 1 Girls’ Uniform – Winter (All items available from our uniform suppliers)
- Plain navy skirt or navy pinafore (‘A’ line, knee length) Or navy trousers
- Gold polo shirt with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy sweatshirt with school badge or Navy cardigan with school badge (both items available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- White or navy long socks or tights
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
EYFS & Key Stage 1 Girls’ Uniform – Summer
- Blue and white gingham dress/playsuit
- Navy sweatshirt with school badge or Navy cardigan with school badge (both items available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- White short socks
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
EYFS & Key Stage 1 Boys’ Uniform – Winter and Summer
- Light grey trousers (flannel, not cord, not shiny) or Grey shorts
- Gold polo shirt with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy sweatshirt with school badge or Navy cardigan with school badge (both items available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Grey socks (not trainer socks)
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
EYFS & Key Stage 1 Boys’ and Girls’ PE Kit
- White polo/t- shirt
- Navy blue or black plain shorts
- White socks
- Trainers (with non-marking soles)
- One-piece swimming costume (navy blue or black)
- Swimming hat and towel
- Swim goggles (optional but desirable)
In addition to the above KS1 Boys' and Girls' Winter PE Kit can include any of the following:
- Navy blue jumper (not school uniform jumper)
- Navy blue tracksuit bottoms
Key Stage 2 Uniform: Years 3, 4, 5 & 6
There is a uniform change when the children enter into Key Stage 2. The uniform change is to show their increasing maturity and to begin to reflect the secondary phase uniform.
Key Stage 2 Girls’ Uniform – Winter
- Plain navy skirt or navy pinafore
- White shirt
- School house tie, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy cardigan with school badge, or navy v-neck pullover with yellow trim (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- White or navy long socks or tights
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
- Students may wear a navy or black headscarf
Key Stage 2 Girls’ Uniform – Summer
- Blue and white gingham dress/playsuit
- Navy cardigan with school badge, or navy v-neck pullover with yellow trim (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- White or navy short socks
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
- Students may wear a navy or black headscarf
Key Stage 2 Girls’ PE Kit
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue skort or Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic shorts (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy (loose fitting) shorts or skort
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school badge, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy hocky length socks
- One-piece swimming costume (navy blue or black)
- Swimming hat and towel
- Swim goggles (optional but desirable)
- Trainers (with non-marking soles)
- Samuel Ryder Academy mid-layer top (optional but desirable) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Football boots (screw in stud/hybrid or moulded studs only. No blades)
- Shin pads (optional but recommended)
- Mouth guard (compulsory for rugby and hockey lessons)
- Samuel Ryder Academy waterproof jacket (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
In addition to the above, KS2 Girls' Winter PE Kit can include any of the following:
- Navy blue tracksuit bottoms
- Navy blue/black skins or thermals (to be worn under the Samuel Ryder Academy blue skort or Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic shorts and the Samuel Ryder Academy long PE socks
- Navy blue fleece or sweatshirt (not school uniform jumper or hooded style)
In extremely cold weather students can wear gloves and a woolly hat - this will be at the teachers’ discretion and students will be told in advance of the lesson.
Coats and jumpers are not allowed in any circumstances unless a child is injured and therefore cannot take part.
Students who do not have the correct kit will be given time to replace any items without any consequence; however, we do ask that all children have purchased the correct items of clothing in readiness for their PE lessons by a time specified by the class teacher. If there are any difficulties with this, please speak to your child’s class teacher or PE teacher directly.
Key Stage 2 Boys’ Uniform Winter
- Plain grey trousers or shorts
- White shirt
- School house tie, (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Navy cardigan with school badge, or navy v-neck pullover with yellow trim (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers)
- Grey socks
- Sensible, black shoes – Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
Key Stage 2 Boys' PE Kit
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school badge, available from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy navy shorts, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy shorts
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks, (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers) or plain navy hocky length socks
- Swimming shorts (navy blue or black)
- Swimming hat and towel
- Swim goggles (optional but desirable)
- Trainers (with non-marking soles)
- Samuel Ryder Academy mid-layer top (optional but desirable) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
- Football boots (screw in stud/hybrid or moulded studs only. No blades)
- Shin pads (optional but recommended)
- Mouth guard (compulsory for rugby and hockey lessons)
- Samuel Ryder Academy waterproof jacket (optional) (available exclusively from our uniform and PE kit suppliers)
In addition to the above, KS2 Boys' Winter PE Kit can include any of the following:
- Navy blue tracksuit bottoms
- Navy blue/black skins or thermals (to be worn under the Samuel Ryder Academy blue skort or Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic shorts and the Samuel Ryder Academy long PE socks
- Navy blue fleece or sweatshirt (not school uniform jumper or hooded-style)
In extremely cold weather students can wear gloves and a woolly hat - this will be at the teachers’ discretion and students will be told in advance of the lesson.
Coats are not allowed in any circumstances unless a child is injured and therefore cannot take part.
Students who do not have the correct kit will be given a reasonable period to replace any items without any consequence; however we ask that all children have purchased the correct items of clothing in readiness for their PE lessons by a time specified by the class teacher. If there are any difficulties with this, please speak to your child’s class teacher or PE teacher directly.
Please take note of the following school uniform rules:
Jewellery – The only jewellery permitted in school are one plain gold/silver stud in the lower ear lobes. Facial piercings are not allowed under any circumstance (even if covered with a plaster).
Makeup – Should not be worn. Nail varnish, false nails or nail extensions and false eyelashes are not permitted.
Badges – The only badges permitted are official school badges, such as House Representative badges and one charity badge.
Hair – Should be kept clean and tidy and must not be worn in any extreme style or have an appearance inconsistent with traditional good standards of uniform. Hair must be appropriate for a smart office environment. We realise that this can be interpreted differently according to culture and ethnicity and are happy to accept and value all kinds of smart as long as these are consistent with the Head Teacher’s final judgement. We follow the Halo Code. If worn short, hair may have a gradual fade but should not be stepped or a grade 0 at any point. If short hair is worn the same length all over it may be no shorter than grade 2. Hair should be of a natural colour. No patterns or tramlines should be shaved into the hair or the eyebrows. Long hair should be fastened or tied back for practical activities. Hair ornaments should not be worn. Any hair band or headscarf must be plain black or navy.
Bags – Should be a strong waterproof rucksack or sports bag, no ‘handbag’ style bags are allowed.
Shoes – Backless or open-toed shoes are not allowed. High heels and stilettos are not allowed (and are dangerous around school). Heels should be no higher than 2 inches. Boots, trainers, sports branded trainer style or canvas shoes should not be worn
Skirts – Must be knee length and should be properly fastened at the back at all times. Skirts must not be rolled over or down at the waistband.
Hoodies/tracksuit tops – Must not be brought or worn to school or they will be confiscated for parental collection.
Coat – A suitable coat should be worn for the journey to and from school for inclement weather. The coat must be worn over uniform and once in school, must be placed in a locker for the duration of the day.
Other Items required in School
Water Bottle - Please send your child into school with a full, named bottle of water every day.
Book Bag - Children will be able to borrow books from our Library (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers) (compulsory for EYFS and KS1, optional KS2)
Rucksack - Please send your child into school with a named rucksack available from our uniform suppliers (compulsory for KS1 & KS2)
