Uniform
Our students are our ambassadors in the community and beyond. As we prepare them for life after school, we expect them to wear their uniform with pride, on the way to school, in school and on the way home. By setting professional standards, they give themselves a great sense of belonging and are ready to take on a career where they will be expected to dress professionally. Please work with us to make sure your child has dressed appropriately before leaving for school.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you in anticipation of your support with our school uniform policy. If you have any queries concerning our uniform expectations, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s Form Tutor.
Equipment Required
- School bag - All pupils are required to carry a suitable bag to transport their books, equipment and PE kit. We do not have lockers so the pupils are responsible for their possessions at all times during the school day. Definition of ‘suitable bag’- appropriate, functional bag to carry equipment, including A4 folder and PE kit, no more than 1 logo, and no offensive logos. We recommend a rucksack or bag with appropriate shoulder strap, for good back health
- A reading book - Suitable for their reading age
- A pencil case - Containing the following:
- 2 Pens either Blue or Black and 1 Green Pen
- A Pencil
- A Ruler
- A Rubber
School Uniform
Compulsory Uniform
- White Shirt
- Baxter College clip on tie - For students who are in Year 9, 10 and 11 in September 2022 - Available from the School shop
- Baxter College clip on ‘House’ tie - For all upcoming and current Year 7 students (including students who will be in Year 8 starting September 2022) - Available from school
- Baxter College blazer with badge – Available from the School Shop
Optional Uniform
- Plain, black V-neck jumper or Baxter College black V-neck jumper (which is available from the School Shop) - No sweatshirt material
Black trousers, skirt, shorts
- Black Skirts - should be pleated and knee length - full pleat or sewn-down pleat
- Black Shorts - tailored, knee length
- Black Trousers - tailored with a zip and button at the front
- EXAMPLES - please click the link here for examples of the acceptable pleated skirts and shorts
Not Permitted Uniform
- No other jumpers or hoodies are permitted to be worn
- Tight lycra material, tube skirts, skirts with a full length zip or skinny trousers are not permitted to be worn
- Trainers or pump/canvas style shoes are not permitted
Shoes & Socks
- Formal polishable black shoes only – Trainers or pump/canvas style shoes are not permitted
- Black socks/tights
Accessories & Makeup
Not Permitted Accessories & Makeup
- Nose/tongue and any other facial piercings are not permitted
- Sovereign rings not permitted
- Multiple ear piercings are not permitted to be worn and will be confiscated
- False eyelashes are not to be worn in school
- False nails of any form are not permitted
- Eyebrows - The shaving of lines into the eyebrow is not acceptable
- Phones - Unless instructed by a member of staff, any student who is seen to have their mobile phone will have it confiscated
Important Notices about Accessories & Makeup
- Necklaces must not be on show
- Items not within our uniform policy will be confiscated.
- One piercing in each ear no larger than a five pence piece is allowed – Multiple ear piercings are not permitted to be worn and will be confiscated
- Make-up to be kept minimal and neutral colours - Students will be asked to remove any make-up not within our uniform policy
- Nails should be kept short and neutral colours - False nails of any form are not permitted and students will be asked to remove if false nails are worn
- Hair must be cut in an appropriate manner that is suitable to a formal educational and professional environment - It should not be extreme in colour or length changes and must not include tramlines or shaved areas of any kind). Students need to tie their hair back in practical subjects to adhere with health and safety requirements.
- Eyebrows - The shaving of lines into the eyebrow is not acceptable
- Students should ensure that mobile phones are switched off and away at all times, unless instructed by a member of staff. Any student who is seen to have their mobile phone will have it confiscated
- Coats - Are permitted in outdoor areas, and are to be worn over uniform. Coats must be easy to put on and take off. Any logo should be no bigger than ‘credit card’ size. Coats are to be removed prior to entering the classroom.
PE & Dance Kit
All pupils will be expected to get changed for Physical Education and Dance and will need to bring the following items on PE/Dance days.
Compulsory Uniform
- White Baxter College polo shirt (optional initials)
- Black shorts or Black tracksuit bottoms or sports leggings and Baxter College black jumper or a plain black alternative (sweatshirt material)
- White Socks and suitable footwear for outdoor use- no pumps. Expectations & Behaviour – PE and Dance
- All pupils will be expected to take part in PE/Dance lessons.Where this is not possible pupils must bring a note explaining the reasons why. (Pupils will still be expected to take part in some aspects of the lessons and will be expected to get CHANGED into PE/DANCE KIT)
- Jewellery, i.e. watches, rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces etc. (including jewellery worn through the ears) should not to be worn whilst participating in physical education lessons. Long hair should be secured as appropriate to the activity.Where the participant has newly pierced earrings, and so cannot be removed for a set period, earrings should be taped over. (PE staff will make the final decision on whether it is deemed safe, if it is not the pupil will be unable to take part in the lesson)
School Suppliers
NEW Year 7 Baxter College House Ties
Baxter College
contact
www.baxtercollege.co.uk
01562 741 524
info@baxtercollege.co.uk
Please note: This tie is for all upcoming and current Year 7 students (including students who will be in Year 8 starting September 2022). These will be available to collect from the school reception office on Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd of September, ready for their first day at school on Monday 5th September, 2022.
School Uniform
The School Shop
contact
www.schoolshopkidderminster.com
01562 823763
Please note: This tie is for students who are in Years 9, 10 and 11 in September 2022.
PE Kit
MG Sportswear
contact
www.mgsportswear.co.uk
01562 744735
sales@mgsportswear.com
Local Uniform Suppliers
Matalan
www.matalan.co.uk
M & S
www.marksandspencer.com
Tesco
www.tesco.com
Sainsburys
www.sainsburys.co.uk