Uniform

Find out more about our school uniform and where you can buy it, plus any equipment that your child will need for their studies.

About our uniform

We are particularly proud of how smart our children are at Lift Hamford. They are always excellent ambassadors for the academy when performing in shows or visiting the local community. All of the children from Reception to Year Six wear the same smart uniform at school. The following uniform guidance is for all pupils in EY to Y6, and is not gender-specific.

We believe that it is important for children to have a uniform as it can play a key role in:
- Promoting the ethos of our school
- Providing a sense of belonging and identity
- Setting an appropriate tone for education

You can see our full Uniform Policy here

Uniform options

Grey or black skirt, pinafore or long or short tailored trousers;
Royal blue cardigan or jumper with academy logo or a plain blue alternative.
White polo shirt
Blue and white checked summer dress;

Grey, black or white socks or black or grey tights in cold weather.

Shoes

Black - plain (e.g. no flashing lights, multi-coloured or sports branding). Please bear in mind that the children wear them at playtimes so they need to be with low heels. Trainers (black or white) are acceptable for outdoor PE, however are not appropriate to be worn as school shoes.

PE kit

Blue shorts;
White polo shirt
Soft soled black plimsolls or trainers for outdoor work;
Black/navy tracksuit for cold weather/outdoor lessons.

Where to buy

Our uniform is available to purchase online from our online uniform shop.

Second-hand uniforms can benefit all parents, particularly those on low incomes. In addition, by extending the life of garments, it is more sustainable. We have a uniform bank that can be found at St Mary’s Parish Church, Old Road, Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO13 9BX, where every item is free. They also accept donations of unwanted items (school bags, coats, black shoes, PE kits and other parts of the uniform. They ask that donations are in tied black bags and are delivered Monday - Friday 9:30 to 12:30.

General expectations

Pupils are not allowed to wear rings, bracelets or necklaces (unless for religious observance).

Earrings - small studs only - to be removed for PE lessons.

If a child can tell the time, watches are allowed to be worn, however this does not include smart watches.

Make-up, nail varnish and artificial nails are not allowed to be worn.

Long hair to be tied back at all times using simple navy or black hair bands/accessories.

News and events

Introducing a new look for our school

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Accreditations