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 the 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.
Secondary Phase Uniform: Years 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11
Option 1 Uniform
- Pleated navy skirt (‘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), available exclusively from our uniform suppliers
- Navy/neutral tights or white socks (not knee high or trainer socks)
- Plain white shirt with a school tie (available exclusively from our uniform suppliers) or plain white revere collar blouse with school House badge
- Navy blazer with school badge
- Navy trousers available exclusively from our uniform suppliers
- 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, 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 from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy navy leggings (Key Stage 4 & 5 only), available from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school crest, available from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks (1 pair hockey length), available from our PE kit suppliers
- 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 from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy rugby top (optional), available from our 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 from our PE kit suppliers
- Plain navy tracksuit bottoms (optional)
Option 2 Uniform
- Navy blazer with school badge, available exclusively 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 in winter, available exclusively from our uniform suppliers
- School 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, 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 from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy blue games shirt with school crest, available from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy shorts, available from our PE kit suppliers
- Samuel Ryder Academy socks (1 pair hockey length), available from our PE kit suppliers
- 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 from our 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 from our 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 blue skort, Samuel Ryder Academy blue athletic shorts or the Samuel Ryder Academy shorts and the Samuel Ryder Academy long PE socks
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. Hair bands/hijabs must be plain and either black, white or navy.
- Bags – Should be a strong waterproof rucksack or sports bag, no ‘handbag’ style bags are allowed.
- Shoes – Canvas, backless or open-toed shoes are not allowed. High heels and stilettos are not allowed (and are dangerous around school). Heels should be no more than two inches high. Boots and trainers are not allowed.
- 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.
