SECONDARY UNIFORM POLICY (YEARS 7–11) & SIXTH FORM DRESS CODE (YEARS 12–13) ACADEMIC YEAR 2025–2026
Owner: Head of Secondary & President
Reviewers: Deputy Head of Secondary School, Head of Secondary School
Approved by: President
Date approved: August 2025
Next review due by: August 2026
1. POLICY
BSB YEAR 7-11 WINTER UNIFORM (Term 1B - October half-term onwards, and Term 2)
Winter Uniform
Compulsory:
● BSB Blazer
● BSB White shirt
● BSB house tie
● Dark grey tailored trousers, pleated skirt (no shorter than hand-width above the knee ) or skorts
● Dark-coloured polishable shoes or boots (below the knee, no coloured laces, no trainers)
● Plain dark tights or ankle socks (grey, navy, or black, no patterns)
Optional:
● BSB cardigan or grey vest
BSB YEAR 7-11 SUMMER UNIFORM (Term 1A Start of the school year until October half-term + Term 3)
Compulsory:
● White shirt and tie or BSB white school polo shirt (without tie)
● Dark grey trousers, pleated skirt (no shorter than hand-width above the knee), knee-length shorts
● Dark-coloured polishable shoes/boots, or plain dark sandals with a back strap (no flip-flops, Crocs, bows, or trimmings, no trainers)
● Plain dark tights or socks (grey, navy, or black, no pattern)
Optional:
● BSB Blazer (with shirt/tie or polo)
● BSB cardigan or grey vest
PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM
PE Kits (Compulsory):
● BSB dark grey PE shorts or tracksuit bottoms
● Dark grey or black leggings (optional)
● BSB white t-shirt or house polo
● Trainers (white or black, tennis-style)
● BSB navy/grey tracksuit (top and bottom)
Optional:
● BSB hoodie
● BSB navy sweatshirt
SWIMMING UNIFORM
● Towel and goggles
● Plain swimming costume (no bikinis or revealing costumes)
● Plain swimming trunks
School Bags
(Key Stages 3, 4 and 5)
To ensure practicality, consistency, and alignment with our school values, students are expected to use school appropriate bags
● Bags should be plain navy, grey, or black, and large enough to carry books and laptops
● Designer handbags, large logos, and embellishments are not permitted.
Official BSB school bags are available for purchase in the School Shop and are the recommended option. These bags are designed to be durable, practical, and aligned with our uniform standards. This approach helps us keep the focus on learning while ensuring that all students feel part of the same community.
You will be informed by letter regarding the switch from winter and summer uniform. This may depend on weather conditions, but usually the academic year begins with summer uniform and winter uniform is adopted for the second half of the Term 1. This usually remains until the start of Term 3, when summer uniform begins.
BSB SIXTH FORM (Year 12 + Year 13) DRESS CODE
Sixth Form Students are required to dress smartly, and our expectations reflect those of most professional environments. In their leadership roles as the most senior students in the school, we insist on high standards of appearance.
SIXTH FORM BOYS
Suit or tailored trousers in conservative colours
Buttoned shirt with collar (smart colour or pattern), tucked in.
Pullover in conservative colour /pattern, tie visible Tie at appropriate length.
Jumpers, blazers or suit vest may be worn.
Smart shoes (dress shoes, oxfords, loafers in brown or dark colours), any other smart shoes that are appropriate with the dress code.
SIXTH FORM GIRLS
Tailored trousers / skirt / dress (Skirts / dresses should be of an appropriate length)
Shirt, blouse, jumper, or turtleneck (not low-cut)
Blazer-style jacket, jumper, or cardigan may be worn.
Smart Shoes (ballet flats, boots, dress shoes, or modest heels), any other smart shoes that are appropriate with the dress code
Bags must comply with the school bag policy above.
For clarification, the following items are not allowed:
Hoodies, large logos/ writing, cropped or sheer tops, spaghetti straps, polo shirts, denim or jean-style trousers, leather, cargo pants, leggings worn as trousers, shorts, tight dresses/skirts, trainers, sneakers, flip-flops, Ugg-style boots, or excessively high heels. Outdoor coats, jackets and scarves should not be worn in the school building.
GENERAL UNIFORM – ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
● Polo shirts may be worn untucked (Y7-Y11 only).
● Hair slides and bands must be plain and dark-coloured.
● Fingernails must be clean, short and unvarnished (no extensions).
● Jewellery is limited to one pair of earrings (studs/sleepers) and a plain watch.
● All students will adhere to the PE code and will be in full kit for games lessons. Students should change out of their PE kit after the lesson. They should not be coming into another lesson or returning from lunch or break in PE clothes. Students may, if they have PE first lesson, arrive at school in full PE uniform and they may with their PE teacher’s permission leave school in full PE uniform if their lesson is at the end of the school day.
● Shirts and blouses should be tucked in and not worn loose. They should be buttoned to the neck and ties worn appropriately.
● All students in years 7-11 will be issued with lockers and outdoor coats and shoes should be kept in the lockers.
● During the winter season in bad weather, students may wear boots which are in keeping with the uniform policy. Students should change out of their snow boots at the start of the school day when possible.
● Hair must be of a natural colour, neat, and tied back if long. Hair should be tied back if it is long or it falls over the face. Hair bands and slides are acceptable, but they must be dark plain colours. The school may request that the hair is cut shorter if it falls over the face and becomes a distraction. Extreme hairstyles (shorter than Grade 2) are not allowed.
● Make-up: minimal foundation only.
● Coats and outdoor shoes should be stored in lockers during the school day.
● Outdoor coats and jackets must be plain, and logos should not be visible. Leather and denim jackets are not acceptable.
Any student not complying with the uniform regulations will be dealt with in accordance with the Behaviour Policy and persistent disregard for the uniform policy may be asked to return home to change or be withdrawn from lessons.
2. RELATED POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Behaviour Policy
Closing Note for Families
The BSB uniform ensures equality, professionalism, and pride in our school community. We thank parents and students for supporting these standards.