Uniform
Uniform Requirements
We take pride in each and every one of our pupils at the academy, and know that they are equally proud to be wearing their academy badge on their uniforms.
Please read this guidance, alongside the Oasis National Uniform Policy - which outlines responsibilities held by the academy, parents/carers and students. You can also access this policy through our Policies page.
Why do we have a uniform?
We recognise the value of having academy uniforms for the following reasons:
- Inclusion – uniforms promote our belief of inclusion for all
- A sense of belonging – the uniform promotes a sense of belonging in each student, academy and the Trust
- Safety – if all the students in our Trust wear a clearly recognisable, correctly branded uniform it is easy to identify strangers in the academy. On the way to and from the academy it also affords a degree of safety as the students are part of a large body of young people who will look out for each other
- Preparation for the future – many jobs require staff to wear a uniform and even if there isn’t a uniform there is often a dress code. Uniform helps young people get used to dressing to a prescribed standard. It also helps them know the difference between formal and informal dress
- Value for money – good quality uniform should be seen as effective value for money by most parents / carers
- Relieves students from fashion ‘stress’ – a localised academy uniform eliminates the stress placed on students to purchase and wear expensive, fashionable items
- A sense of pride – we all feel proud of our young people when they are well dressed in the uniform. Uniform and PE/sport kits also help students to demonstrate pride in their academy
- Helps raise aspirations – the smarter you feel the more you believe you can achieve
Uniform Suppliers
Hewitts of Croydon
Please note that branded items are only available from Hewitts of Croydon, other items of uniform can be purchased from Hewitts or elsewhere. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the academy.
In-Store
Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 09:30am - 5:30pm Closed on Sundays
Address: 45 - 51 Church Street, Croydon, CR9 1QQ
Telephone: 0208 680 4555
Online: You can shop for Oasis Academy Shirley Park School Uniform online here.
Delivery or Click & Collect available
Email: customercare@hewittsofcroydon.com
Website: www.hewittsofcroydon.com
Lower and Middle School Uniform - Hewitts Price List
Upper School Sports Uniform available from Macron London
Website: www.macronlondonsoutheast.com
Please view PE information here
Primary Uniform (including Nursery)
| Item | Is this a branded item? | Optional or required? | All year or seasonal? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Academy Sweatshirt or Cardigan | Yes | Required | All year |
| White polo shirt (with* or without logo) or white button-up shirt (short or long-sleeve) | No * | Required | All year |
| Choice of plain black skirt (suitable length), plain black pinafore, plain black tailored shorts, plain black joggers or plain black trousers | No | Required | All year |
| Summer dress in purple check | No | Optional | Summer |
| Suitable fleece* or coat | No | Required | All year |
| Black or white socks or plain black tights | No | Required | All year |
| Plain black shoes or trainers (maximum heel one inch) | No | Required | All year |
| Hijabs should be plain coloured (preferably black or purple in line with school colours) | No | Optional | All year |
| School bag* | No * | Required | All year |
| Wellington Boots | No | Nursery only | All year |
* available with the school logo from Hewitts if preferred
Primary PE Kit (Reception - Year 6)
| Item | Is this a branded item? | Optional or required? | All year or seasonal? |
|---|---|---|---|
| White plain t-shirt | No | Required | All year |
| Plain black shorts or jogging bottoms | No | Required | All year |
| Plain white/black socks | No | Required | All year |
| Plimsolls/trainers | No | Required | All year |
Secondary Uniform
| Item | Is this a branded item? | Optional or required? | All year or seasonal? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blazer, black badged* | Yes | Required | All year |
| Tie (purple/black) 52" (please note there are speciality ties for Year 11 and Leaders)* | Yes | Required | All year |
| Jumper, black with logo* | Yes | Required | All year |
| White shirt/white blouse | No | Required | All year |
| Black trousers | No | Required | All year |
| Black skirt (knee length) | No | Required | All year |
| Dark socks /tights | No | Required | All year |
| Coat | No | Required | All year |
| Smart black shoes | No | Required | All year |
| Portfolio bag (optional) | No | Optional | All year |
*All the above branded items should be purchased from Hewitts of Croydon
Secondary PE Kit (available from Macron London)
Please view PE information here
| Item | Is this a branded item? | Optional or required? | All year or seasonal? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports trousers - Branded navy (tracksuit bottoms) | Yes | Required | All year |
| Branded purple sports top | Yes | Required | All year |
| Sports jacket (optional) branded | Yes | Optional | All year |
| Branded underarmour (optional) | Yes | Optional | All year |
| Navy sports shorts | Yes | Required | All Year |
| Purple sports socks | No | Required | All year |
Sixth Form Uniform
|
Item |
Is this a branded item? |
Optional or required? |
All year or seasonal? |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Suit, tailored jacket or blazer |
No |
Required |
All Year |
| Jumper - black | No | Required | All Year |
|
Blouse or shirt |
No |
Required |
All year |
|
Skirt, smart dress or trousers |
No |
Required |
All year |
|
Smart shoes only |
No |
Required |
All year |
Jewellery & Personal Belongings
Stud earrings and watches are the only permitted jewellery on site. Pupils wearing any other items, such as hoop or long earrings, rings, or bracelets will be asked to remove them. We have the following expectations when it comes to personal appearances at school.
- Only natural hair colours, no extreme colours
- No tramlines in hair or eyebrows
- Hair no shorter than a Number 2 shave
- No facial or other piercings
- No henna or artificial tattoos/body ink
- No artificial/false nails or gel nails/gel colours
- No nail varnish
Please do not send you children to the academy with personal belongings other than those required for study. Mobile phones will be confiscated and any games devices brought in for break times should be done with caution. The school accepts no responsibility for lost items.
Physical Education
For safety reasons, all jewellery should be removed for all PE activities and long hair should be tied up. If students are unable to remove jewellery, it should be covered with tape
Usually, students are expected to change into PE kit for every PE lesson.
Religious items
Some students may wish to wear distinctive garments for religious reasons.
Second hand uniform
To ensure that uniforms are affordable for everyone and to reduce our carbon footprint, we have arranged for acquiring or swapping items for second-hand items.
Uniform costs and support
The Academy takes the cost of the uniform seriously, and works hard to ensure that those items that are required can be purchased for a reasonable price that provides good value.
If any parents are concerned about the cost of uniform items, please contact the academy office so we can explore what support is available.
Lower and Middle School email: primaryadmin@oasisshirleypark.org
Upper School and Sixth Form: admin@oasisshirleypark.org
Primary Additional Information
- No jewellery is permitted except stud earrings. Earrings must be covered for PE.
- A standard watch / fitbit style watch may be worn once a child is able to use it correctly. This must be removed for PE lessons.
- Students with long hair should tie it up. This is essential for PE lessons.
- Make-up and nail varnish is not allowed at school.
- Hair accessories should be discrete, preferably black or purple.
- Every article of clothing must be marked with the student’s name
- Each student is responsible for his or her own clothing
- No clothing may be borrowed or loaned
Secondary Additional Information
- No jewellery is permitted except stud earrings. Earrings must be coverd for PE.
- A standard watch / fitbit style watch may be worn once a child is able to use it correctly. This must be removed for PE lessons.
- Students with long hair should tie it up. This is essential for PE lessons.
- Make-up and nail varnish is not allowed at school.
- Hair accessories should be discrete, preferably black or purple.
- Every article of clothing must be marked with the student’s name
- Each student is responsible for his or her own clothing
- No clothing may be borrowed or loaned
- Trainers may only be used for PE and during lunchtime