School Uniform and Equipment
At Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre, we expect all pupils to wear their uniform correctly and with pride. A consistently high standard of uniform helps pupils feel part of our community and supports a purposeful environment for learning.
Our uniform requirements have been designed to be smart, practical and affordable. We limit the number of compulsory branded items so that families can purchase suitable non-branded items from supermarkets, high-street shops, school-uniform specialists and online retailers.
Reasonable adaptations may be made for pupils with religious, sensory, physical or other needs. Parents and carers wishing to discuss an adaptation should contact their child’s tutor. Requests will be considered individually and in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
When uniform must be worn
Unless the school has specified otherwise, pupils are expected to wear the correct uniform:
- on the school premises;
- when travelling to and from school;
- at school-organised events and visits, where required; and
- whenever they are representing Trinity High School.
Compulsory school uniform
Branded items
The following must be purchased from Orchard Clothing:
- School blazer: black Trinity High School blazer with the school logo. No alternative blazer is permitted.
- School tie: official Trinity clip-on tie. No alternative tie is permitted.
The blazer is compulsory and must be worn as directed by the school.
Non-branded items
These items may be purchased from any suitable retailer:
- Trousers: formal, black, tailored trousers. Chinos, jeans, skinny-fit or drainpipe styles and trousers made from stretchy or Lycra material are not permitted. Trousers must not have external buckles, rivets, zips or logos.
- Shirt: formal white collared shirt, buttoned to the neck so that the school tie can be worn correctly. Shirts must not be tight-fitting or made from stretch material.
- Shoes: plain black, polishable leather shoes. Trainers, pumps, Velcro styles and shoes with visible logos, buckles or studs are not permitted.
- School bag: a suitable bag large enough to carry books, equipment, the school planner and PE kit.
Optional school-uniform items
- Trinity jumper or sweatshirt: the official Trinity V-neck jumper or sweatshirt may be worn underneath the blazer. No alternative jumper or sweatshirt is permitted.
- School skirt: the official formal black skirt with the school logo. It must be worn at knee length with black opaque tights.
- Coat: a sensible outdoor coat may be worn. Hoodies are not permitted and may be confiscated.
- Religious headwear: religious garments are permitted. A hijab worn as part of the uniform should be plain black. Baseball caps and fashion headwear are not permitted.
PE uniform
Compulsory branded items
The following must be purchased from Orchard Clothing:
- official badged Trinity PE polo shirt; and
- one of the following:
- Trinity PE shorts;
- Trinity PE skort;
- Trinity PE jogging bottoms; or
- Trinity PE leggings.
No alternative versions of these branded items are permitted.
Compulsory non-branded items
These may be purchased from any suitable retailer:
- plain black or white sports socks; and
- sports trainers or AstroTurf trainers suitable for indoor and outdoor PE activities.
Optional PE items
- official Trinity full-zip or quarter-zip sports jacket; and
- a plain black base layer worn underneath the branded PE polo shirt.
Jewellery and piercings
For health and safety reasons, the only jewellery normally permitted is:
- one plain stud earring in each lower earlobe;
- a wristwatch — smartwatches are not permitted; and
- a medical identification bracelet where required because of a significant medical condition.
No other jewellery or piercings are permitted. This includes facial and body piercings, tongue piercings, flesh tunnels and spikes.
Jewellery must be removed for PE. Plasters cannot be used instead of removing a piercing when removal is required for safety. Parents and carers considering ear piercing are advised to arrange this at the beginning of the summer holiday so that earrings can be removed when required.
Make-up, nails and eyelashes
Make-up must be discreet and natural-looking. Pupils wearing excessive make-up will be asked to remove it.
False nails, nail extensions, coloured nail polish and false eyelashes are not permitted.
Hair
Hairstyles must be appropriate for a formal place of work.
Extreme hairstyles and unnatural colours, including vivid pinks, purples and reds, are not permitted. Haircuts must be conventional; shaven heads, shaved lines or patterns, mohicans and mohawks are not allowed.
Hair accessories, including slides, bobbles, scrunchies and hairbands, should be plain dark blue or black. Pupils with long hair may be instructed to tie it back during practical lessons for safety.
Tattoos
Tattoos are not permitted. Under the Tattooing of Minors Act 1969, it is a criminal offence to tattoo a person under the age of 18.
Essential equipment
All pupils must arrive at school properly equipped each day. As a minimum, every pupil should have a pencil case containing:
- a blue handwriting pen;
- a pencil;
- a ruler;
- a rubber; and
- a sharpener.
Pupils must also bring:
- their Trinity High School planner every day; and
- their Yondr phone pouch, in which their mobile phone must be stored during the school day.
Purchasing uniform
Branded uniform is available from:
Orchard Clothing
Unit 30 Dunlop Road
Off Windmill Drive
Hunt End Trading Estate
Redditch
B97 5XP
Unit 30 Dunlop Road
Off Windmill Drive
Hunt End Trading Estate
Redditch
B97 5XP
Telephone: 0845 208 0471 or 01527 545 555
Non-branded items may be purchased from supermarkets, high-street retailers, school-uniform specialists or online marketplaces, provided that they meet the requirements above.
Pre-loved uniform may also be available through the Redditch Uniform Bank.
Maintaining our standards
Parents and carers are responsible for ensuring that their child has the correct uniform and PE kit and that all items are clean, clearly labelled and in good condition.
Staff will monitor uniform consistently and will give pupils and families an opportunity to correct any issues. Continued or repeated breaches will be followed up by the relevant year team and addressed in accordance with the school’s Behaviour Policy. This may include removal from circulation and, for serious or persistent breaches, further sanctions.
For complete information about the school’s requirements, reasonable adaptations, responsibilities and monitoring arrangements, please read our Uniform Policy.
