Uniform

At Hethersett Academy we would like our students to be smartly dresses at all times, it is the responsibility of all members of the Academy community, staff, students and parents/carers to work together to help ensure the policy is adhered to. 

AIMS

  • To encourage a sense of community and a business-like approach to daily tasks in and out of the Academy 
  • To ensure students are seen by themselves, staff parents/carers, visitors, and the wider community as being smartly dressed, consequently enhancing the image of the Academy for the benefit of all 
  • To offer an affordable, practical and safe range of Academy wear 
  • To promote inclusion 

UNIFORM

Blazer 

Plain black blazer with Academy badge on breast pocket. (Compulsory purchase)

Shirt 

Plain white shirt (short or long sleeved), tucked in at all times. Top button done up

Skirt 

Hethersett Academy knee length Kilt with all 4 buttons visible (Y7 from Sept 2026), Hethersett Academy black knee length skirt or plain black pleated alternative (Y8-11). (Compulsory purchase if skirt worn)  

Trousers 

Plain black full-length trousers. No jeans, corduroys, flairs, bootcut or skinny trousers permitted.  

Shorts 

Hethersett Academy black tailored shorts (Compulsory purchase if shorts worn) 

Tie 

Hethersett Academy tie. A tie must be worn at all times, worn smartly and at a length that ensures the Academy logo is visible below the knot. (Compulsory purchase) 

Shoes 

Plain black leather or leather look shoes. Trainers, canvas shoes, boots, branded shoes, high heels, suede or pumps are not permitted. 

Jumper 

Plain black V-neck jumper worn in addition to, not instead of the Academy blazer. Woolen material or round neck not permitted. A pain black jumper with red V neck and stripe purchased from the uniform suppliers can also be worn (Optional) 

Socks 

Plain black socks, below the knee in length when wearing a skirt. Fluffy material, branding and logos are not permitted. 

Tights 

Plain black, natural or black opaque tights.

PE KIT

Polo Shirt 

Hethersett Academy black and red polo shirt (Compulsory purchase) 

Shorts 

Black shorts with Academy logo. Plain black shorts permitted. (Optional) 

Socks 

Black socks (Compulsory) 

Sweat Top 

Black sweat top with red or black Academy logo. (Optional) 

Acceptable alternative: plain black jumper (without a full zip) – not hoodies. (Optional) 

Jacket 

Black rain jacket with red or black Academy logo. (Optional) 

Trousers / Sports leggings 

Plain black tracksuit bottoms/plain black leggings of a suitably thick material, suitable for sports. (Optional) 

Skort 

Black skort with Academy logo. (Optional) 

GENERAL

Coats / Cardigans 

Leather suede or denim coats are not permitted.  Different coloured jumper/cardigans are not permitted.  Hoodies are not permitted in school and will be confiscated. 

Hats 

Hats should not be worn inside the Academy 

T-Shirts 

Students may wear plain white t-shirts/tops under their Academy Shirts 

Jewellery 

Students are permitted to wear one stud per ear, one plain ring, bracelet and necklace. Necklaces should not be visible. No other jewellery or facial piercings are permitted. 

Makeup 

Students may wear discreet natural makeup; students may be asked to remove excessive makeup.  

Hair styles and colours must be discreet.  

Nail varnish, gel, or false nails are not permitted.  

False eyelashes or eyelash extensions are not permitted. 

SCHOOL BADGES

Current award/reward badges are to be worn on the left lapel of a student's blazer. Previous award/reward badges are to be worn on the right lapel of a student's blazer.  All other badges should be affixed to school bags.

UNIFORM SUPPLIER

Our uniform supplier is Price and Buckland: https://price-buckland.co.uk/hethersett-academy-hethersett

Year 7 Uniform Flyer

Year 8-11 Uniform Flyer

Uniform Policy