Student Dress Code

The Leigh UTC and Inspiration Academy holds professionalism and a businesslike approach at the heart of everything we do. It is important that all students have a smart and businesslike appearance throughout the day; this includes when they travel to and from the Academy. Additionally, students will have to comply with health and safety regulations as well as wearing clothes that suit our environment.

The following dress code/uniform policy takes the above into consideration but also allows students to show a level of individuality and the need to effectively represent The Leigh UTC / Inspiration Academy in the local community and workplace. We believe that all students should take pride in their appearance. Smart dressing conveys positive feelings in terms of commitment and attitude to work and it also enables students to show that they fully embrace the UTC’s ethos.

At the Inspiration Academy (Y7-9), all young people will dress smartly and develop the shared identity of the Inspiration Academy. The decision has been taken with our governing body that students in Y7 – 9 will be expected to wear full academy uniform (from September 2020).

Please note: Items marked with a * should be purchased from our uniform suppliers: Brigade Clothing or TFS School Uniform in Dartford.

brigade clothing website TFS SCHOOL UNIFORM WEBSITE
  • Blazer – black with Inspiration Academy badge.*
  • Trousers – black tailored (no skinny fit or jean style)
  • Shirt – plain white with optional short sleeve
  • College Tie*
  • Jumper (optional) – black, v-necked with green trim*
  • Socks – grey or black
  • Shoes – Black, leather-fronted, traditional style school shoes. A plain design with no trimmings, logos, decorative buckles, coloured laces or stitching. No trainers, fabric shoes, boots or shoe-trainer hybrid shoes. No shoes with open toes or heels.
Set of two photos showing the uniform for The Inspiration Academy at The Leigh UTC.
  • Blazer – black with Inspiration Academy badge*
  • Trousers – black tailored (no skinny fit or jean style)
  • Skirt – stitched down black box pleat, should be no shorter than two inches above the knee.
  • Shirt – white with collar
  • College Tie*
  • Jumper (optional) – black, v-necked with green trim*
  • Tights – plain black only
  • Socks – black ankle socks only
  • Shoes – Black, leather-fronted, traditional style school shoes. A plain design with no trimmings, logos, decorative buckles, coloured laces or stitching. No trainers, fabric shoes, boots or shoe-trainer hybrid shoes. No shoes with open toes or heels.
Set of two photos showing the uniform for The Inspiration Academy at The Leigh UTC.
  • Navy PE top with logo*
  • Navy Plain tracksuit bottoms or shorts*
  • Trainers
  • Sports Socks
  • Navy 1/4 zip sports top with logo*
Small group of Inspiration Academy students are shown posing for a photo outside the Inspiration Academy building.
  • White lab coat with logo*
  • Safety specs
  • Appropriate protective footwear for the workshop

take a look at brigade clothing price list 

At The Leigh UTC it is important that you have a smart and businesslike appearance. Additionally, students will have to comply with health and safety regulations as well as wearing clothes that fit the environment they are working in:

The following dress code takes the above into consideration but also allows students to show a level of individuality and the need to effectively represent The Leigh UTC in the local community and workplace. We believe that all students should take pride in their appearance. Smart dressing conveys positive feelings in terms of commitment and attitude to work and it also enables students to show that they fully embrace the UTC’s ethos.

Jackets/blazers and college lanyards must be worn at all times.

Please note: Items marked with a * should be purchased from our uniform suppliers: Brigade Clothing or TFS School Uniform in Dartford.

brigade clothing website TFS SCHOOL UNIFORM WEBSITE
  • A smart business suit
  • A blazer / tailored jacket with coordinating trousers
  • Smart business shirt
  • Tie / bow tie
  • Shoes must be formal and smart (no boots, canvas shoes or trainers)
  • Plain v-neck jumpers can be worn over shirts as long as ties are visible. Jumpers with logos are not allowed.
  • A smart business suit
  • A blazer / tailored jacket with coordinating trousers, skirt or dress. Skirts and dresses must be of a suitable length i.e. must be on the knee
  • Smart business shirt (no vest tops)
  • Smart skirt/dress (skirts must be worn on the knee)
  • Tights/Socks (plain black only)
  • Shoes must be formal and smart (no boots, trainers or canvas shoes) with a low heel.
  • Navy PE top with logo*
  • Navy Plain tracksuit bottoms or shorts*
  • Trainers
  • Sports Socks
  • Navy 1/4 zip sports top with logo*

Brigade Clothing Price List Brigade measuring guide

  • White lab coat with logo*
  • Safety specs
  • Appropriate protective footwear for the workshop

Brigade Clothing Price List Brigade measuring guide

Expectations

  • NO NON-SCHOOL UNIFORM GARMENTS to be worn under blazers
  • NO COATS TO BE WORN IN THE ACADEMY BUILDINGS
  • NO SCARVES of any kind to be worn on the Academy premises 
  • NO HATS / HEADWEAR (religious headwear excluded) may be worn on the Academy premises 
  • NO TRAINERS are allowed to be worn in school except during PE 
  • NO MAKEUP may be worn 
  • NO NAIL VARNISH (except clear) 
  • NO ACRYLIC/GEL NAILS
  • NO DENIM is acceptable in school 
  • NO JEWELLERY apart from one pair of stud earrings in ear and a wristwatch may be worn. The Leigh UTC and Inspiration Academy takes no responsibility for lost/stolen/damaged jewellery.
Shoe Guidance. An image showing what types of footwear are suitable at The Leigh UTC and what types are not.

Non-uniform items including jewellery will be confiscated, and these can be collected from the Academy office at the end of the day. Students bring such items entirely at their own risk and the Academy accepts no responsibility should it be damaged, lost or stolen. We ask that parents/carers write a note in the students planner to communicate to staff why the student is unable to wear the correct uniform on any given day.

Hairstyles

Hairstyles that look professional while also supporting effective and safe participation in all UTC activities. Hair should not be dyed.

Jewellery

NO JEWELLERY can be worn apart from one pair of in-ear stud earrings and a wristwatch. The Leigh UTC and Inspiration Academy takes no responsibility for lost/stolen/damaged jewellery.