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Student Uniform


For current students, we welcome your child to collect any uniform order during the day (during term time) from Student Services. Parents can also collect uniform after school Monday to Thursday in person, between the hours of 2:45pm - 3:15pm. If you have any queries outside these times, please call ahead to arrange an alternative collection time.

Telephone no: 01375 489076
Email: gateway-studentservices@theglc.org.uk

The PE kit can be purchased directly from SchoolSports4U: https://schoolsports4u.co.uk/collections/gateway-secondary-academy.

To download an order form, click on the link:

The wearing of school uniform is compulsory whilst at and travelling to and from the Gateway Academy.

Gateway Academy Uniform: Uniform Policy

Unless otherwise directed, all young people should attend school with uniform selected from the prescribed list as follows:

  • Black blazer with The Gateway Academy badge; 
  • White collared shirt;
  • Gateway Academy tie;
  • Black trousers – business style trousers, full length only [no denim, corduroy, brushed cotton, stretch material, chinos or jean style];
  • Black Gateway Academy skirt, purchased directly from the Gateway Academy [must be worn below the knee];
  • Plain black/neutral tights;
  • Black, navy or white socks;
  • Black Gateway academy V-necked jumper purchased directly from the Gateway Academy.
  • Gateway Academy bag (Years 7 – 9)
  • Gateway Academy journal

Trousers

 Expectation for Kit 

Students are required to have the appropriate kit for each lesson, which is essential to ensure their readiness for participation in the specific sport of the day. The kit requirements are outlined in the table below, and any new kit needed can be conveniently purchased directly from https://schoolsports4u.co.uk/collections/gateway-secondary-academy

BOYS UNIFORM GIRLS UNIFORM
Essential Optional Essential Optional
GA Sports Top GA Rain Jacket GA Sports Top GA Rain Jacket
GA Rugby Top GA Sports Bag GA Shorts/ Sports Leggings GA Sports Bag
GA Shorts GA 1/4 Zip Jumper White sports socks GA 1/4 Zip Jumper
White sports socks GA Tracksuit Bottoms Trainers GA Tracksuit Bottoms
Black Football Socks Gum Shield   Gum Shield
Trainers     Black Football Socks  (if your child plays football/rugby)
Football Boots (moulded studs)     Football Boots (moulded studs) (if your child plays football/rugby)

 

 

 

 

Additional requirements

  • Sweatshirts, non-religious headwear or over-coats are not permitted to be worn within the Academy’s building.  If seen, they will be confiscated until the end of the day.  If they are not claimed within a term, they will be donated to charity;
  • Students are not allowed to wear hoodies or caps on the Academy’s premises. If seen, they will be confiscated until the end of the day.  If they are not claimed within a term, they will be donated to charity;
  • For health and safety reasons, nails should be of a suitable length.
  • Make-up, if worn, should be of a natural tone.

Jewellery

It is preferable that no jewellery is worn for safety and security reasons.  However, a wristwatch, small objects of religious significance and a small stud in each lobe of the ear would be the maximum allowed.  No facial piercing is allowed at the Academy. We ask the students to either remove jewellery when participating in sport, or cover items with a plaster, to prevent them from causing injury.

Tattoos and hairstyles

  • Due to the legalities, students under 16 must not have tattoos;
  • The Academy allows students to have some creativity in regard to hairstyles.  We advise that students discuss any plans to have a new hairstyle with their college office and seek permission before they go ahead and create their look, as some hairstyles are not permitted: this includes ‘tram-lines’ and a shaved head.

Shoes