Uniform & Equipment

Uniform

Purchasing Uniform:
Uniform is now available from Price Buckland, please click here to order.  Please note that uniform is not available directly from the Academy.

We are all proud of our Academy and student uniform plays a key part in this. If students maintain high personal standards with their uniform, it gives them a sense of belonging to the Academy and helps with personal discipline. All students in Years 7-11 must wear correct Academy uniform which is defined as:

Blazer: A plain navy blazer with the Academy logo. Blazers are to be worn at all times.  

Jumper: The Academy navy V-neck jumper can be worn under a blazer.  PE jumpers can be worn as part of the uniform. Hoodies are not permitted.  

Shirt: A plain white shirt, which must be worn tucked in.  

Skirt: The Academy skirt to be worn just above the knee. The yellow line at the top and the Academy logo at the bottom must be seen at all times.  

Trousers: Plain black or charcoal grey trousers, tailored fit.  Black denim and leggings are not allowed.  

Tie: The tie should be knotted closely to the shirt collar and covering the top button  

Shoes: Plain black, smart, leather or leather-look shoes or trainers are allowed.  Non-black trainers must not be worn.  

Socks: For skirts black or white ankle socks are permitted.   

Jewellery: Pupils are allowed to wear a watch and no more than two small earrings. Facial and body piercings are not permitted.  

Cosmetics: Only subtle, natural-looking makeup is allowed. Nail extensions are not permitted.  

Governors’ Grants: If your daughter/son is entitled to free school meals you may be eligible for a uniform grant, assistance with educational visits and music tuition. Parents who qualify may request free uniform twice in the student’s Academy career. If you believe you may qualify for a grant please contact the finance department by emailing accounts@joycefrankland.org

Newport Parents Association (NPA) Pre Loved Uniform shop:  The Newport Parents Association (NPA) sell reasonably priced preloved uniform to help to raise funds for the enrichment of the school and to co-ordinate activities for school parents, families and the local community.   Pop up shops regularly take place in school.  If you would like to get involved with the NPA please contact Kerinda Trigg, Chair of the NPA Kerinda.trigg@people365.global  

A short video explaining everything you need to know about ordering uniform from Price & Buckland can be accessed here.

PE Uniform

Required items

Navy and yellow school polo shirt

Navy and yellow rugby shorts or games skort with school logo 

House colour games socks

Footwear appropriate to the sport – football boots or trainers

Optional Items

Navy and yellow PE sweatshirt with school logo Navy tracksuit bottoms with logo

Navy quarter zip tracksuit top with logo

School team socks yellow with school initials (for team players)

Gum Shields

It is now compulsory for all children to wear a gum shield when playing hockey and rugby. These can be obtained from local sports shops. If your child already has a gum shield, please check that it does still fit as they may require a new one to be fitted. If your daughter/son has a brace, we strongly recommend that they get specific mouth protection; please check with your orthodontist for advice.

Stationery

Subject teachers will issue students with all necessary exercise books and text books, however, parents/carers should make sure that students have the following equipment as a minimum. Please check periodically that they still have this equipment.

• Black, green and red pens, pencil, highlighter, rubber and ruler
• Coloured pencils (felt tip pens are not suitable in many subjects)
• Pocket English dictionary
• Oxford Learner’s or Collins Easy Learning Dictionary for each language studied
• Scientific calculator
• Maths set: compass, set square, protractor