Driffield School Uniform
We have enjoyed excellent co-operation from parents over the years in ensuring that students are smart and tidy when they attend school and adhere to the school's uniform policy. We are anxious to maintain our high standards of dress and appearance and appreciate the continued support of parents.
Required:
Key Stage 3 Students (Years 7, 8 and 9) - Students must wear:
- A navy polo shirt with the school logo stitched or heat sealed on.
- A navy v-neck jumper, navy sweatshirt or navy cardigan all with the school logo stitched or heat sealed on.
- Plain black trousers or a plain black skirt (no shorter than knee length).
- Sensible plain black or brown shoes or boots, or completely black trainers.
- A plain black or brown belt (only if required), with a simple fastening.
Key Stage 4 Students (Years 10 and 11) - Students must wear:
- A plain white shirt or blouse with a collar and the school logo stiched or heat sealed on, or a white polo shirt with the school logo stiched or heat sealed on.
- A black v-neck jumper, black sweatshirt or black cardigan all with the school logo stiched or heat sealed on.
- Plain black trousers or plain black skirt (no shorter than knee length).
- Sensible plain black or brown shoes or boots, or completely black trainers.
- A plain black or brown belt (only if required), with a simple fastening.
Students are not allowed to wear the following items:
- Shorts of any length or style
- Inappropriately short skirts (shorter than knee length).
- Jeans, or denim trousers or denim skirts of any type or colour
- Pinstripe, checked or patterned trousers or skirts
- Clothing displaying brand names or brand logos
- Open toe or backless shoes
- Fashion boots or 'Ugg' style boots (plain black or brown boots are permitted)
- Stiletto heeled shoes or boots of any type
- Fashion, studded or wide belts
- 'Hoodies'
- Coloured t-shirts underneath school shirts or school polo shirts
Hair Colour, Hair Style and Make-up
Natural hair colours only are permitted. Hairstyles must not include extreme colours or styles. Excessive use of make-up is not allowed.
Jewellery
- One pair of studs or small sleeper earrings is allowed. No other body piercing is allowed - this includes the use of retainers
- One plain ring may be worn on either hand
- One watch may be worn
- On discreet necklace may be worn
- One discreet bracelet on each arm, may be worn
All permitted jewellery must be removed when requested by any member of the school staff as appropriate e.g. during PE, D & T or other lessons and activities where it may pose a health and safety risk
PE Kit and Sports Clothes
PE lessons form an integral part of the school’s curriculum and parents are requested to provide suitable clothing so that their child can participate. For health, hygiene and safety reasons all students must bring a full change of sports clothing for PE lessons.
Indoor Kit:
- Plain white polo shirt
- Black shorts
- White or no socks
- Indoor clean non-marking trainers
Outdoor Kit:
- Green shirt
- Black shorts
- Green long socks
- Boots and outdoor trainers
- Towel for showers (boys)
- Navy or black tracksuit bottoms can be worn during winter months for outdoor activities
- A gum shield and shin pads are recommended when students take part in hockey or rugby
Swimming Kit:
- Boys - swimming trunks or shorts (not long) and towel
- Girls - a one piece swim suit/costume and towel
- Goggles can be worn if required
