Our
insistence on smartness and pride in personal
appearance is as much part of school policy as the academic
curriculum. Because school uniform has to last for some
time, please do not buy fashion garments; only plain,
simple styles are suitable. Every member of the school
is expected to wear school uniform during their time
with us including school visits unless pupils
are advised otherwise.
It is hoped that all pupils will be happy and successful
whilst at our school and will wear their uniform with
pride. The uniform is much admired by visitors and it is
encouraging to note that parents fully support our policy
over school clothing.
Summer Uniform
In the second part of the summer term pupils are given
the option of wearing a summer uniform. A poloshirt can
be worn in place of white shirt and tie. Only the official
Northgate poloshirt, with logo, is permissible.
Clothing Suppliers
All school uniform, PE clothing and equipment
can be obtained from Birds Clothing, Norwich Street,
Dereham. PE training shoes must not have black soles as
these mark the floor of the Sports Hall.
As an alternative to the blazer, Year 10 and 11 pupils
may wear the school jumper obtainable from Birds Clothing;
other black jumpers are not acceptable.
Please Note:
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A
bag/case for books and a sports bag for PE/Games
kit are recommended.
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All
pupils’ garments, including PE/Games
equipment, should be clearly marked with the pupil's
name.
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A
workshop apron is recommended to safeguard basic
clothing. This can be leased from the school.
•
Food
Technology aprons can be leased from the school.
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Any
style of hair that is neat and of a natural colour
is acceptable. Please do not allow your child to
come to school with an extreme hairstyle which sets
him or her apart from the majority.
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The
only jewellery allowed is one pair of small sleepers
or stud earrings and a plain signet ring on each hand.
Jewellery may have to be removed in some lessons for
safety reasons.
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No
make-up is allowed in Years 7-9. Girls in Years
10 and 11 may wear discrete make-up. No
nail polish is allowed in school.
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Mobile phones, if brought to school, should be handed in to Reception during the day. They are not necessary and can be a distraction.
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Any electrical equipment: MP3 players/PDAs/cameras etc should not be brought in to school.
