UNIFORM POLICY Progress has been made in improving standards of uniform and the aim is to continue this emphasis. Below is the complete uniform list, please comply with the detailed requirements. There will be a full uniform check on the first day of the Autumn Term, all students are expected to be correctly dressed. There will also be uniform checks throughout the year in order to maintain standards. When wearing the Harrogate Grammar School uniform students are ambassadors for their school and should therefore ensure that behaviour and appearance meets the high standards we expect of each other including to and from school. Trainers or boots must not be worn in the school building The outdoor coat should be plain and dark, or in school colours. It should be in keeping with the school uniform. Denim or leather must not be worn Hoodies are not allowed in school or to and from school. Full uniform should be worn to and from school Uniform should be worn in a manner to present the best image of the school at all times Hair should not be worn as a fashion statement and make up must not be worn Piercings one stud may be worn in each ear. Other piercings are not acceptable. Jewellery one plain ring may be worn. The school bag must be suitable for carrying school text books and exercise books and should not be a designer fashion statement or a drawstring PE bag Students, particularly cyclists, should wear an outdoor garment with a luminous strip in the winter months. Students bringing a bicycle should wear a helmet and are responsible for providing a secure locking device for their bicycle and for placing the bike in the designated shelter provided. No make up or nail varnish. All Uniform items are available from Rawcliffes and Emblazon who know our exact requirements. ALL UNIFORM MUST BE NAMED WITH EMBROIDERED TAPE OR PERMANENT MARKER
Years 7-11 Uniform List Girls Black School Blazer with badge School tie - Years 7-9 inclusive Year 10 tie and Year 11 Senior Tie Plain white traditional style school uniform shirt - not casual or baggy, capable of being worn with a tie Black pleated skirt with School Logo - modest length, no more than 3inches above the knee (Not to be worn rolled over at the waist) Black trousers with School Logo (not to be customised) Grey jumper with embroidered emblem (optional) Socks - Black or dark grey with trousers School tights - Black Shoes - Black, low heeled (kitten/stiletto heels are not acceptable). Canvas shoes or trainers must not be worn Boys Black School Blazer with badge School tie - Years 7-9 inclusive Year 10 tie and Year 11 Senior Tie Plain white traditional style school uniform shirt - not casual or baggy, capable of being worn with a tie Black trousers with School Logo (not to be customised) Grey jumper with embroidered emblem (optional) Socks - Black or dark grey Shoes Black (black suede with light coloured soles are not acceptable, no canvas shoes or trainers to be worn)
PE Uniform List Girls - compulsory HGS embroidered red/black polo shirt all HGS embroidered red/black skort all HGS embroidered red/black long socks hockey Short white ankle socks netball and indoor Trainers all (not pumps) Shin pads hockey Boys - compulsory HGS embroidered red/black polo Shirt indoor HGS embroidered red/black reversible rugby shirt outdoor HGS embroidered black shorts all HGS embroidered red/black socks all Trainers indoor /astro (not pumps) Studded football boots football and rugby Shin pads football and hockey Girls - optional HGS embroidered red/black hooded top Red/black base layer/thermal skin Plain black sports leggings (skort must still be worn on top) Gum shield (not compulsory but strongly recommended for hockey and rugby) Boys - optional HGS embroidered red/black hooded top Red/black base layer/thermal skin Plain black tracksuit bottoms (not Adidas 3 stripes and outdoor only) Gum shield (strongly recommended for both hockey and rugby) Performing Arts Kit Requirements KS5 Dance, Drama & PA Compulsory HGS Performing Arts top Black trousers (not leggings) Black HGS fleece with embroidered emblem (optional) PE and Performing Arts kit is available to buy from Emblazon and Rawcliffes, each stockist knows our exact requirements. Before purchasing a gum shield and studded football boots you may wish to wait until PE activities for your child have been given in September. ALL UNIFORM MUST BE NAMED WITH EMBROIDERED TAPES OR PERMANENT MARKER.
Sixth Form dress code Sixth Form Students are required to dress smartly, and our expectations reflect those that employers have of their staff in most business environments. As the most senior students in the school, we insist on high standards of appearance and for students to be easily recognised within, and beyond, our school community. SIXTH FORM BOYS SIXTH FORM GIRLS BUSINESS DRESS Dark suit or dark tailored jacket/trousers. Dark skirt, trousers or dress with a jacket. Skirts/dresses must be of an appropriate business style and length. Buttoned shirt with collar: long or short sleeved. Top buttons must be fastened and shirt tucked into trousers. Top or blouse which must not be low-cut or reveal midriff. Tie, worn at an appropriate length. Plain non-patterned jumper or cardigan may be worn, but cannot replace the jacket. Plain non-patterned jumper or cardigan may be worn, but cannot replace the jacket. Shoes must be smart in leather or leather-like material. They can be slip-ons or laced up shoes. Student ID on Sixth Form Lanyard. Shoes or boots must be smart in leather or leather-like material. They can be slip-ons or laced up shoes. For clarification the following items are not allowed: Hoodies, leather, P.U, chinos or denim including jean-style trousers, see-through linen trousers, leggings, shorts, cut-off trousers, playsuits, skater skirts, skorts, leather, P.U skirts, polo shirts, polo-necked jumpers, designer logos, trainers, casual deck shoes, flip flops and Ugg-style boots. Visible tattoos, lip, nose and tongue piercings. Hair must be of a natural hair colour. One piercing per ear is allowed and no stretchers. Outdoor coats, jackets and scarves should not be worn in the school building. If a student s appearance is not acceptable the student will: 1. Receive a warning. 2. Contact made with home. 3. Given the option to change into spare business dress or to go home to change.