At Parkwood Academy, our school uniform is designed to be purposeful, affordable, and inclusive, ensuring that all children feel comfortable, ready to learn, and part of our school community. Wearing a uniform promotes a strong sense of belonging—one of our core school values—helping to build pride, unity, and equality among pupils. By keeping our uniform simple and cost-effective, we aim to support families while reinforcing the high standards and shared identity that make Parkwood a positive and welcoming place to learn.
| Policy Section | Westwood | Kents Hill Infants | Bardfield | Parkwood | Winter Gardens |
| Required Branded Items |
* School tie (KS2 only).
* No other required branded items. |
* None. All branded items are optional; parents can purchase generic colour-matched alternatives. |
* Blue PE Top (with logo). |
* School Tie.
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* None. All branded items are optional; parents can purchase generic colour-matched alternatives. |
| Optional Branded Items |
* All other branded items are completely optional.
* Sweatshirt
* Cardigan
* Fleece
* Westwood Book Bag
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* Cardigan / Jumper
* Sweatshirt
* PE T-Shirt
* Nursery: 1 branded T-shirt (completely optional). |
*Sweatshirt
* Cardigan
* Fleece
* Hat & Beanie
* PE Bag & Book Bag
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* Navy blue jumper or cardigan
* Royal blue Polo shirt for PE
* Parkwood book bag |
* Cardigan / Jumper/fleece
* PE T-Shirt
* T-shirt
*WG book bag |
| Generic Uniform Expectations |
* Navy Blue: Jumper or cardigan
*White: blouse or shirt.
*Grey: Trousers, shorts, skirts
*Socks/Tights: Opaque black tights; plain black or white socks. |
* Purple: Long-sleeved cardigan, jumper, or sweatshirt.
* White: Blouse, shirt or polo shirt.
* Grey: Trousers, skirt, or shorts.
* Purple/White Gingham: Summer dress.
Socks/Tights: Plain black, grey or white socks
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* Royal Blue: Cardigan or jumper.
* White: Shirt, blouse, or Airtex top.
* Grey or Black: Trousers or skirt.
*White/grey or Black socks/ tights
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* Black: trousers (no tracksuits), skirt
* White: Polo shirt, Collared shirt,
* Navy blue jumper/ cardigan.
* Socks/Tights: Opaque black tights; plain black or white socks. |
*Grey (trousers, skirt, pinafore, shorts) *White (shirt, blouse/polo shirt)
Black/grey Tights
White/grey Socks |
| PE & Swimming Kit |
* PE: White T-shirt, navy shorts or jogging bottoms, navy sweatshirt or zip-up hoodie, trainers.
* Swimming: Plain 1-piece swimming costume or swimming trunks, swimming hat is mandatory. |
* PE: White PE T-shirt, purple shorts, dark-coloured jogging bottoms.
* Swimming: Plain 1-piece swimming costume or swimming trunks, swimming hat is mandatory. |
* PE: Blue PE top with logo, black shorts/ joggers/ leggings, plain black hoodie (no logo). Long hair must be tied back; earrings removed.
* Swimming: Plain 1-piece swimming costume or swimming trunks, mandatory swimming hat. |
* PE: Royal blue polo shirt, black shorts, plain black tracksuit bottoms, trainers (no plimsolls).
* Swimming: Plain 1-piece swimming costume or swimming trunk, mandatory,swimming hat. |
PE: Black shorts and white shirt Black joggers/tracksuit Black trainers/plimsolls
Swimming: Plain 1-piece swimming costume or swimming trunk, mandatory,swimming hat. |
| Jewellery & Hair |
*Jewellery: Watches only; small stud earrings (must be removable).
* Hair: Long hair must be tied up for PE and sports. |
* Jewellery: Watches only; small stud earrings (must be removable).
* Hair: Long hair must be tied up for PE and sports. |
*Jewellery: No jewellery allowed except for small stud earrings and watches (without a SIM card).
* Safety: Earrings must be removed for PE /swimming. |
*Jewellery: No hooped/hanging earrings, necklaces, or bracelets. Only small studs allowed for pierced ears.
* PE Safety: No jewellery of any type (including earrings) may be worn during PE. |
Jewellery: No hooped/hanging earrings, necklaces, or bracelets. Only small studs allowed for pierced ears. * Hair: Long hair must be tied up during school. Safety: Earrings must be removed for PE /swimming. |
| Coats, Bags & Footwear |
* Shoes: Black shoes or trainers.
* Coats/Bags: No specific expectations or colour constraints. |
* Shoes: Black shoes or trainers.
* Coats/Bags: No specific expectations or colour constraints. |
* Shoes: Black shoes or trainers
* Safety: No sandals or open-toed shoes permitted for safety reasons.
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* Coat: A warm, waterproof coat.
* Shoes: Plain black school shoes (trainers are strictly for PE only).
* Bag: Parkwood book bag. |
* Coat: A warm, waterproof coat.
* Shoes: Plain black school shoes or trainers |
| Seasonal / Specific Circumstances | * Summer: Blue & white checked school dress or playsuit, grey tailored shorts, and a sun hat. | * Summer: Purple/white gingham summer dress. |
* Summer: Blue/White gingham Summer dress |
* Summer: Blue & white checked school dress or playsuit, black tailored shorts, and a sun hat. | * Summer: Green & white checked school dress or playsuit, black tailored shorts, and a sun hat. |
| Loaning & Gifting Policies |
*Some second hand uniform available to be given away.
*Some pieces of uniform available to loan. |
*Second-hand uniform is available – voluntary donation,
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*Second-hand uniform is available to buy, and some is given away for free.
*School kit is issued/loaned for sporting events.
*Unclaimed lost property is donated to the Pitsea Uniform Bank. |
*Some second hand uniform available to be given away.
*Some pieces of uniform available to loan. |
*Second-hand uniform is available from school |
| Where to Purchase (New) |
* Branded: Danielles Uniform Shop *Generic: any high-street retailer. |
* Branded: Penn Sports.
* Generic: High-street retailer. |
* Branded Direct Online Provider: Red Oak Wear (Direct Link).
* Generic: High-street retailer. |
* Branded: Online via Brigade (Direct Link).
* Ties/Bags: Purchased via the Arbor Parent Portal.
* Generic: High-street retailer. |
* Branded: Penn Sports.
* Generic: High-street retailer. |
| Second-Hand Provision |
* Available at most PTFA events.
* School office holds a stock of spare uniform for discrete access outside of events.
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* Available in the school office reception area (for voluntary donations).
* PCA uniform sales aim to be held termly.
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* Available directly in school.
* Donated to and cross-referenced with the Pitsea Uniform Bank.
* Lost property is laid out at the end of every term for parents to browse. |
* Available in school.
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Available directly in school – see wellbeing managers
Canvey Island School Uniform Bank, 224 Long Road Opening times: Every Wednesday and 1st Saturday in every month 10am to 1pm |
Uniform Supplier – Brigade: https://www.brigade.uk.com/