Uniform | Valley Gardens Middle School

Boys

Plain white school shirt.
Dark grey tailored trousers OR dark grey knee-length shorts.
Navy pullover with VGMS school badge.
School tie.
Black socks.
Plain black waterproof shoes. (No Sports brands or boots)

Girls

Plain white school shirt.
Dark grey pleated / full, knee-length, tailored skirt OR…
- Dark grey tailored trousers / dark grey knee-length shorts.
Navy pullover with VGMS school badge.
School tie.
Black socks OR opaque black tights.
Plain black polishable waterproof shoes. (No Sports brands or boots)
Jersey, stretch or skater-style skirts are not part of the school uniform

Make-up, jewellery and hair

Make-up or nail varnish is not allowed.
Jewellery must not be worn (the only exception is one plain silver or gold stud per ear lobe).
Wrist watches are allowed (but not smart watches).
Hairstyles should be neat, tidy and sensible. Hairstyles should not include skin fades to zero or shaved lines lines or patterns.
Hair colouring must be in natural colours only. This does not include bleached or peroxide-treated colours.
Hair accessories should be plain and understated.

Examples of shoes which are not allowed

: Ballet Pumps

: Leather Converse

: Leather Trainer

: Branded Shoes

: Shoes with Embellishments

: Canvas Plimsollls

: Sports Trainers

: Trainer style

Examples of Shoes which are allowed

: Girls Shoe

: Girls Lace Up Shoe

: Girls Slip On

: Laced Shoe

: Loafer

: Slip On

: Leather Shoe

: Girls Buckle Shoe

Physical Education

The PE kit is part of the school uniform and it is important that pupils wear the correct kit when they are permitted to do so. On the days that pupils have a PE lesson or extracurricular sports club, they should wear their full PE kit so that they look smart and are ready to learn. PE kit items can be ordered using the following website:
https://portals.schoolii.co.uk/shop/category/Valley-Gardens?c=5919761

Joma VGMS royal blue PE t-shirt.

Joma VGMS royal blue 1⁄4 zip top.
Navy blue shorts (plain black leggings may be worn under shorts as a thermal layer)
- Unbranded plain navy blue track pants/jogging bottoms, suitable for physical activity, i.e. not baggy. No large pockets, zips or visible logos.
Royal blue and white hooped football socks or white sports socks
Suitable trainers providing appropriate support and cushioning (not fashion shoes)

Optional:

Joma VGMS navy blue track pants
VGMS navy blue leggings
Joma VGMS navy blue rain jacket
Joma VGMS Navy Blue Shorts
Grey VGMS Hoody

Examples of appropriate footwear for PE

Examples of inappropriate footwear for PE

Guidance for non-uniform days and charity events

We expect all students to dress in a manner that is safe, respectful, and appropriate for a professional school environment.

Unacceptable Attire

To ensure clarity for students and parents, the following items and styles are strictly prohibited on non-uniform days:

Cropped Tops / Exposed Midriffs: Tops must cover the torso fully. Stomachs, waistlines, and midriffs must not be on display, even when moving or sitting.
Vest Tops / Strapless Tops: Tops must have adequate shoulder coverage. Vest tops, spaghetti straps, halter necks, and strapless tops are not permitted.
Inappropriate Length Shorts or Skirts: Shorts, skirts, and dresses must be of a reasonable and modest length. As a general benchmark, these items should sit no higher than mid-thigh. Very short shorts or micro-skirts are not acceptable.
Offensive Graphics or Slogans: Clothing featuring inappropriate language, political statements, violence, drug/alcohol references, or offensive imagery is strictly forbidden.
Inappropriate Footwear: For health and safety reasons, flip-flops, sliders, very high heels, or backless shoes are not allowed.
Jewellery & Makeup: Makeup must not be worn on non-uniform days, however, jewellery may be worn as long as it is appropriate for lessons in school, such as PE and DT, and can be easily removed if asked to do so.

A Note on Presentation:

Underwear must not be visible at any time and clothing should not be excessively ripped or revealing.

Retail Outlets

Items of uniform, with the exception of jumpers and ties, can be bought from department stores or supermarkets. School jumpers can be purchased from the stockists listed below. School ties can be purchased from the school office throughout the school year.

Schoolii.co.uk