Executive Principal – Mr David Millar

East Site: Minster Road, Minster-on-Sea, Kent ME12 3JQ

West Site: Marine Parade, Sheerness, Kent ME12 2BE

Tel. 01795 873 591

www.oasisacademyisleofsheppey.org

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey is sponsored by Oasis Community Learning www.oasiscommunitylearning.org – part of Oasis UK.

Oasis Community Learning is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in

England & Wales No 5398529. Registered Office: 75 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7HS

Thursday, 06 November 2014 Dear Parents/Carers

Now that the weather has started to turn colder and wetter we would like to take this opportunity to remind all Parents and Carers of our expectations in terms of uniform and appearance.

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey require all students to wear uniform without exception. A uniform helps to give unity and identification to an Academy; it can make less obvious the different financial circumstances of parents and is a protection for both parents and students from the temptations of temporary extremes of fashion. The uniform is compulsory and detailed overleaf. Many items can be purchased at High Street stores but all branded items are available for purchase from the Academy. The full policy is available on our website: http://www.oasisacademyisleofsheppey.org/content/uniform-50

There have already been great improvements in uniform but we need to now ensure that every student adheres to the same high standards. Should a student be found to have the incorrect uniform the item will either be confiscated or the student will be isolated whilst parents/carers are contacted. In some cases, it may be necessary to send home a student to make the necessary amendments to their uniform before returning to their studies.

Although the expectations regarding shoes has been in place since January 2014, We are particularly concerned that a significant number of students have incorrect footwear. However, we appreciate that some parents and carers may need time to purchase replacement footwear. In cases of students who are not complying with this rule, you will receive a phone call to discuss this issue and how it can be resolved.

If there are any financial constraints to complying with the Academy uniform policy please do not hesitate to contact your child’s Family Team who will endeavour to assist or advise you.

As a Parent/Carer your assistance in enforcing the uniform policy will be gratefully received. Students should not need to lose valuable time away from their education to address situations regarding any uniform issues, if they are correctly attired and presented.

Yours faithfully

Mr David Millar Executive Principal

Executive Principal – Mr David Millar

East Site: Minster Road, Minster-on-Sea, Kent ME12 3JQ

West Site: Marine Parade, Sheerness, Kent ME12 2BE

Tel. 01795 873 591

www.oasisacademyisleofsheppey.org

Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey is sponsored by Oasis Community Learning www.oasiscommunitylearning.org – part of Oasis UK.

Oasis Community Learning is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in

England & Wales No 5398529. Registered Office: 75 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7HS

UNIFORM POLICY - Years 7 – 11

Girls Boys

Black blazer with Academy badge* Black blazer with Academy badge*

White shirt with top button White shirt with top button

Academy tie*: Years 7/8 blue, Years 9/10 red and Year 11 black

Academy tie*: Years 7/8 blue, Years 9/10 red and Year 11 black

Plain black skirt (almost knee length, non-stretch material) and/or Plain black tailored trousers (non-stretch material, no jeans, leggings or jeggings)

Plain black tailored trousers (non-stretch material, no jeans)

Black leather formal shoes that can be polished (no trainers or canvass shoes for example Nike Airforce)

Black leather formal shoes that can be polished (no trainers or canvass shoes for example Nike Airforce)

Plain black or white ankle or knee-length socks (not to be worn over tights with a skirt) Or neutral or black tights, minimum 40 denier (no patterns)

Plain black socks

School bag, waterproof, large enough to hold text and exercise books and which can be securely fastened (no plastic drawstring bags)

Students must have a proper outdoor coat – any hoodies seen onsite will be confiscated immediately. The same applies to caps