Liverpool College International
Uniform
Liverpool College International is committed to promoting the welfare of all pupils, ensuring
that they have a safe environment in which to live and study and protecting them from harm
or any impairment to their health and development
Mission Statement
Liverpool College International values the dignity of each individual and promotes the development of character
and learning through a commitment to high standards within a caring community.
Core Values
We recognise that all pupils have different talents and strive to ensure that every pupil has an equal opportunity to
find and develop the talents they do possess
We believe that the development of character, creativity intellect and spirituality, are the primary aims of
education.
We work together to create a happy and caring school community which is engaged in our local community and
the wider world
We pursue high standards in every area of school life.
Approved Date
August 2015
Review Date
August 2016
Signed Head
Print name
COLLEEN MCCAULEY
Signed Chair of Governors
Print name
KEN SIVITER
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School Uniform Policy
Introduction
It is our policy that all pupils should wear school uniform when attending school, or when
participating in a school-organised event outside normal school hours. We provide a complete list of
the items needed for school uniform in this policy.
Aims and Objectives
Our policy is based on the notion that a school uniform:
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promotes a sense of pride in the school
engenders a feeling of community and belonging
is practical and smart
identifies the children with the school
is not distracting in class (as fashion clothes might be)
makes children feel equal to their peers in terms of appearance
is regarded as suitable, and good value for money, by most parents
has been designed with health and safety in mind
is affordable and offers good value.
Looking after Uniform
Uniform (including shoes) and equipment must be labelled clearly using the owner’s own name (and
sewn name tabs for younger pupils) to ensure that personal property is neither lost nor mislaid.
Items of Lost Property are more likely to be sent back to the owners if they are labelled correctly.
Lost property may be claimed from the School Office.
If pupils do not have the right uniform and/or equipment or it is not clearly labelled, parents will be
informed.
Jewellery
On health and safety grounds, we do not allow the wearing of jewellery in our school. The
exceptions to this rule are that girls can wear plain ear-ring studs in pierced ears, and small objects
of religious significance, such as a crucifix on a chain. We ask the children either to remove these
objects during PE and games, or to cover them with a plaster.
Extreme Haircuts
The school does not permit children to have haircuts that could serve as a distraction to others. If a
pupil persistently attends school with an inappropriate hairstyle, despite requests to have a haircut,
then he/she may be withdrawn from lessons. A parent/guardian will be asked to collect the pupil
and take them to the hairdressers. This is not regarded as a disciplinary issue nor is it a temporary
exclusion. It is simply an opportunity for the pupil to conform to the uniform policy before returning
to school.
Footwear
The school wants all pupils to grow into healthy adults. We believe that it is dangerous to wear
shoes with platform soles or high heels in school, so we do not allow this. Neither do we allow
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trainers to be worn to school; these are appropriate for sport or as leisurewear, but are not in
keeping with the smart appearance of a school uniform. We require everyone to wear the types of
shoe described in the uniform list.
The Role of Parents
We ask all parents who send their young people to our school to support the school uniform policy.
We believe that parents have a duty to send their children to school correctly dressed and ready for
their daily schoolwork. Parents should ensure that their child has the correct uniform, and that it is
clean and in good repair.
If any parent would like Liverpool College International (LCI) to modify the uniform policy, they
should make representation, in the first instance, to the Head. LCI welcomes children from all
backgrounds and faith communities. If there are serious reasons, e.g. religious objections, why
parents want their child to wear clothes that differ from the school uniform, the school will look
sympathetically at such requests. Similarly, should an item of uniform prove problematic for a pupil
with disabilities, parents are invited to draw this to the attention of the Head. LCI will not treat
pupils with disabilities unfavourably.
If a pupil is not conforming to the uniform policy, then he/she will be reminded of the guidelines by
the teaching staff and/or the Head and asked to conform at the earliest opportunity. If this situation
continues, then a letter will be sent to the parents by the Head reminding them of the uniform
policy. If the child continues to show a disregard for the policy, then the parents/guardians will be
contacted by the school and they will be asked to collect the child from school and ensure the child
is conforming to the policy before he/she returns. This is not regarded as a disciplinary issue nor is it
a temporary exclusion. It is simply an opportunity for the pupil to conform to the uniform policy
before returning to school.
The Role of Governors
The Governing Body supports the Head in implementing the school uniform policy. It considers all
representations from parents regarding this policy, and liaises with the Hea to ensure that the policy
is implemented fairly and with sensitivity.
It is the Governors' responsibility to ensure that the school uniform meets all national regulations
concerning equal opportunities, and that our school uniform policy is consistent with our policy on
equal opportunities.
Governors ensure that the school uniform policy helps children to dress sensibly, in clothing that is
hardwearing, safe and practical.
Parental Access to Policies
This policy is available on the website for parents to read.
Uniform List
Standards of dress and appearance are expected to be smart and conventional. It is very important
that their appearance is smart and accords with the guidelines below:
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Boys’ Dress Code
Suit: Boys are to wear a plain or pin-stripe suit in grey or black. The jacket and trousers must be
made of the same material which may not be jersey, denim, tweed or corduroy.
Shirt: A plain white shirt with a collar fastened at the neck should be worn.
Tie: The sixth form tie, school colours and representative ties may be worn.
Belt: If worn, should be plain black with a simple buckle.
Jumper: If this is required it must be a plain black or grey V-necked jumper so that the tie is visible. A
plain black or grey cardigan may also be worn. It is not permitted to wear the jumper/cardigan
without the suit jacket.
Shoes: Smart black shoes should be worn. These should be leather and designed for formal purposes
not athletic ones. Canvas shoes and shoes which could be interpreted as trainers are not allowed.
General Appearance for boys: Make-up and nail varnish may not be worn. Facial piercings are not
acceptable. Hair styles: Smart conventional appearance is expected in both the style and length of
hair (above the eyebrows and collar line). Close shaved heads i.e. a ‘number one’, patterns cut into
hair, extreme hairstyles such as where some hair is very short and the rest isn't, are not acceptable.
Boys are expected to be clean shaven. Jewellery: One plain ring, one necklace and one bracelet may
be worn. Scarves: Scarves may be worn to and from school, but not in school between 8.30 and 4.00
Girls’ Dress Code
Suit: Girls are expected to wear a plain or pin-stripe suit in grey or black. The jacket and skirt /
trousers must be matching and made of the same material which may not be jersey, denim, tweed
or corduroy.
Skirts and Dresses: Skirts should form part of the suit. They should be tailored and lined and no
shorter than 1’’ above the knee. If the skirt is above the knee then flesh coloured or plain black tights
must be worn i.e. patterned tights are not allowed Girls may also wear a smart pinafore dress
providing it matches the suit jacket.
Trousers: If worn, these should form part of the suit, should be tailored and not be leggings.
Blouse: A single coloured black or white blouse with a collar and buttons down the front should be
worn.
Jumper: If this is required it must be a plain black or grey V-necked. It is not permitted to wear the
jumper without suit jacket. When purchasing knitwear, it should be borne in mind that sloppy
jumpers are not suitable. A black or grey cardigan may be worn.
Tie: Ties are not a part of the girls’ dress code regulations.
Shoes: All students should wear plain black, sensible shoes. Shoes with distinctive fashion features,
training shoes or patent leather shoes are not permitted. Shoes should have heels no more than 2”
high measured from where the heel and sole joins the leather of the shoe at the back. Heels should
be fit for purpose and not ‘fashion heels’.
General Appearance for girls: Hair styles are expected to be neat, tidy and sensible. Tinted hair,
extensions and braiding are not acceptable. Make up is expected to be subtle. If it is noticeable to
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staff it will be regarded as too much and you will be asked to remove it. False eyelashes may not be
worn. Nail varnish of a clear colour may be worn.
Jewellery: One plain ring, one necklace, one bracelet and one set of silver or gold stud earrings may
be worn in the ear lobe only. Facial piercing is not acceptable. Scarves: Outdoor scarves may be
worn to and from school. In school, girls may wear a sensible fashion scarf of silk or a similar
material.
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