Academy Uniform

As part of the proposed move to Academy Status, The Ridings' Federation of Academies Trust will be introducing a new uniform at both Federation Academies for all students in Years 7 to 11, from 1st September 2009. The new uniform is designed to reinforce the new start, generate pride amongst students in their new Academies, introduce new, higher standards of dress and to make a clear and recognisable statement to our local communities about the aspirations for excellence at both Academies. The new uniform will consist of the following:

• Navy Blazer (embroidered with the individual Academy badge)

• Navy/Gold striped tie (with the individual Academy badge)

• White shirt

• Grey trousers (all students) or Grey skirt (girls)

• Black socks

• Black opaque tights (girls)

• Black shoes

The Academy Trust recognises that a complete change in uniform brings with it financial implications for families. As a result, the DCSF will support the Academy Trust in providing the uniform blazer, tie and PE kit to all students in Years 8 to 11.

The uniform at both Academies will be identical except for their own individual Academy badges. Following significant research and consultation, the new Academy badges have been designed to ensure each Academy is identified with The Ridings' Federation, their individual community and their original school. This will ensure an overall identity for the Federation while recognising the importance of each Academy within their individual communities.

The Ridings' Fedration Yate International Academy uniform can be purchased by clicking here.

The Ridings' Fedration Winterbourne International Academy uniform can be purchased by clicking here.