Uniform

Please support us by sending your child to school each morning meeting these requirements fully, to ensure that they are ready for a great day of learning.  This also enables teaching staff to focus on delivering an excellent education for your child.  Research shows that high expectations in uniform encourage pupils to take pride in themselves and are not subject to peer pressure. Crucially, it is proven to improve behaviour, develop aspiration, build confidence and raise academic achievement.

Together, we want the very best for your child, as you do. We appreciate your attention and valuable support in this matter.

The Pool Hayes Academy uniform consists of smart trousers (or pleated skirt), shirt, tie and blazer, and encourages students to take great pride in their appearance.  Students are expected to adhere to our uniform policy at all times, which consists of the following items:

Uniform – All Students:

  • Black school blazer with Pool Hayes Academy badge, to be worn at all times unless directed by a member of staff.
  • Pool Hayes Academy tie (New tie for September 2025) should be worn at all times, appropriately attached to the top button of the shirt.
  • Plain white school shirt with a formal collar which can be long or short sleeved (tucked in and fully buttoned at all times).
  • Socks should be plain black full ankle socks and tights should be plain black. Students may wish to wear black knee socks, but these must be appropriate for school and come below the knee.
  • Smart, plain black, polishable, sturdy leather, or leather look, school shoes (No logos and no trainers of any type). No mesh, material, canvas, embellishments, decorations or coloured trim or soles. A velcro shoe is permitted, but it must be a sturdy leather type shoe. No pumps will be allowed. Shoes should be sturdy and appropriate for all weathers. Black laces only.
  • Plain, full length (no gap between trouser and socks) black trousers. (Trousers should not be tight. No jeans, jeggings, flares, corduroy, combat, chinos, Lycra, denim trousers, leggings or tracksuit bottoms). We are aware that many suppliers, such as local supermarkets, will try to sell you inappropriate styles by stocking them in their ‘uniform’ section. Please be mindful of this when making your selection.
  • Students may choose instead of trousers, a plain black pleated skirt that is smart and professional and loose fitting which comes to just above the knee. Any other style or length of skirt will not be allowed.
  • Optional school jumper (a plain black V neck jumper with no motif or visible branding). When students get warm the jumper should be removed and the blazer kept on.  Round necks, logos, sweatshirts, zip up tops or hoodies will not be allowed.
  • Head scarves or turbans must be plain black.
  • A waterproof coat for winter use is strongly recommended.  No hoodies, zip-up tops, leather effect or denim jackets are to be worn on the academy site.
  • Every student must come to school with a full-sized bag to fit their exercise books in (A4) and their equipment. No pouch style bags are allowed. The expectation is that every student has a pencil case for their equipment.

PE Kit

  • Black/Yellow Pool Hayes logo t-shirt – New for September 2025
  • Black Pool Hayes logo shorts
  • White ankle socks
  • Suitable athletic trainers
  • Black plain football socks
  • Football boots
  • Shin pads
  • Black base layer for outdoor activities during winter months (optional)

Other acceptable kit:

  • Plain black polo shirt—instead of black/yellow Pool Hayes logo t-shirt
  • Plain black shorts—instead of black Pool Hayes logo shorts
  • Sports leggings for girls
  • 1/4 Pool Hayes logo zip top – New for September 2025

 

Hair

Hair should be of natural colour with no patterns or shapes cut into it.  We find that hair colours / cuts that do not conform to our requirements distract from learning.

All hair accessories must be plain black.

General

  • No excessively wide, coloured or embellished belts. Belts should be plain and black with a discreet buckle.
  • Undergarments should be an appropriate colour to protect modesty e.g. neutral or white vests, bras etc.
  • Students are not allowed to wear any facial or body piercings, including the face, tongue or nose.
  • Students are not allowed to wear necklaces, bracelets, rings or ankle bracelets.
  • Students are permitted to wear 1 pair of plain small stud earrings – 1 in each earlobe only
  • Students may wear an analogue or digital wristwatch. Smart watches are not permitted.
  • If students do not follow our policy, jewellery will be confiscated until the end of the day. If this is repeated an adult will be required to collect any confiscated items.
  • Nails should be short, practical and natural in appearance.
  • Make up must be discreet and natural looking – False eyelashes are not permitted.
  • No caps to be worn on school site.
  • Winter hats are allowed but should not be worn inside the academy building.
  • Chewing gum, canned or energy drinks are not allowed in school.

PHA Nails And Make Up Guidelines

PHA Piercings Guidelines

All Parents/Carers should ensure the school uniform policy is followed fully by their child.

 

Uniform can be purchased on line by visiting:

www.clivemark.co.uk – Blazers & PE Shorts

www.crestedschoolwear.co.uk – Blazers & PE Shorts

 

New ties and our new PE tops can be purchased from Willenhall Market.

Please contact Student Support for costs and availability.