Our Uniform

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Clifford Bridge Academy expects high standards in dress and appearance. Our insistence on correct uniform is based on these reasons:

1. To present a smart appearance for the public identity of our pupils and enabling them to demonstrate a pride in their appearance and our school 
2. To create cohesion and a sense of equality
3. With their school colours on, children can be immediately recognised We are insistent that all rules about the uniform must be followed explicitly. Pupils are expected to maintain a clean, smart appearance. All items are readily available from the recognised school outfitters. 

These are the official school outfitters. Jumpers, cardigans, skirts, trousers and PE kit, can be purchased from one or some of the following suppliers.  

Uniform Suppliers

Coventry Uniforms

28 Cottesbrook Close, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2FU (by appointment)

07965533737 https://www.coventryuniforms.co.uk/clifford-bridge-academy

Clive Mark Schoolwear

88-90 Barkers Butts Lane, Coundon Coventry CV6 1DY

02476598080 https://clivemark.co.uk/

Cat Ballou Originals Ltd 

1-3 The Burges, Coventry, CV1 1HN

02476555499 www.catballou.co.uk  

Uniform, without the school logo, can also be purchased from supermarkets and if you wish, you can purchase iron on logos for £1 per logo from the school office. 

School Uniform Shop

We have an on-site uniform shop where good quality pre-loved items have been donated to school. This is available to all pupils regardless of need. The uniform shop is open every school day and a donation can be paid to the school office for these items. There is no barrier to wearing the Clifford Bridge Academy uniform and Disadvantaged pupils and their families are supported financially as required.  Any family requiring support should seek this through the Pastoral Team in the first instance.  

School Uniform

Fleece, Jumper or Cardigan

Clifford Bridge Academy logo or plain red.

Trousers

Black or grey smart trousers. Leggings are not permitted.

Shorts

Black or grey smart shorts. Shorts should be just above the knee.

School Uniform Summer Dresses

Red and white checked dresses. Dresses should be no shorter than just above the knee.

Polo Shirt or Shirt

White plain standard style shirt buttoned to the neck.

Skirt or Pinafore Dress

Black or grey. Skirts and pinafores should be no shorter than just above the knee.
Jersey and stretch fabric skirts should be avoided.

Socks

Black, grey or white.

Tights

Opaque black, grey or red.

Shoes

Plain black shoes are required. Slip on, lace up, buckle or Velcro styles are permitted. Plain black trainers may also be worn.

The following are not permitted:
• Trainers that are not plain black
• Trainers with canvas, logos or stripes
• Stiletto heels
• Sandals
• Sling back shoes

PE / Sports Kit

Jumper or Hoodie

Plain black or red.

Polo Shirt or T Shirt

Plain white.

Shorts

Plain black. Hot pants style shorts are not permitted.

Tracksuit Bottoms or Leggings

Plain black.

Socks

Black or white.

Trainers

Trainers should be suitable for PE and not over ankle style.

PE Days

Children should come to school wearing their PE kit on their PE days, with their school jumper or cardigan worn over the top.

The school policy for PE lessons is based on good health and safety practice. For indoor PE activities (except high-impact games such as basketball) pupils may work in bare feet.

Optional Items

Jewellery

Pupils may wear one pair of small gold or silver stud earrings. Earrings must be a matching pair with one in each earlobe.

No other fashion jewellery is permitted. This includes rings, necklaces and dangling or hooped earrings.

Jewellery worn for religious reasons is permitted.

Make Up

Make up, nail varnish and acrylic nails are not allowed.

Hairstyles

Hair should be a natural colour.

Hair must be tied back in practical lessons for health and safety reasons.

Hair should be kept out of children’s eyes using hairbands, small clips or hair slides. These should be plain and in school colours such as red, white, black or grey.

Hair accessories should be minimal and plain in school colours.

Bags

School book bags are encouraged.

If pupils bring a bag, it must be appropriately sized and able to hold books and reading diaries comfortably without causing damage.

Large bags and large rucksacks are not permitted as they take up too much space on children’s pegs.

Bags with inappropriate images, slogans or phrases are not permitted.

The school encourages pupils to bring non valuable bags to school. The school will not be liable for lost or damaged bags.