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Physical Education (PE) Uniform Policy

Purpose

At our school, we believe that wearing the correct PE kit helps children to participate safely, comfortably and confidently in Physical Education lessons. This policy sets out our expectations regarding PE uniform and jewellery to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

PE Uniform

EYFS and Key Stage 1

Children in EYFS and Key Stage 1 should wear:

• A plain royal blue T-shirt.
• Plain black shorts or black sports trousers.
• A plain royal blue or black jumper or sweatshirt.
• Plain black or white sports trainers.

Key Stage 2

Children in Key Stage 2 should wear:

• The school logo royal blue PE T-shirt.
• Plain black shorts or black sports trousers.
• A plain royal blue or black jumper or sweatshirt.
• Plain black or white sports trainers.

Children are also welcome to wear our premium school sports PE kit if they wish.

All clothing should be suitable for physical activity, clean and in good condition.

Jewellery

For health and safety reasons, children are not permitted to wear earrings during PE lessons.

If a child has newly pierced ears, earrings should remain in place for the recommended healing period of six weeks. During this time, children may be unable to participate in certain PE activities where there is an increased risk of injury.

Once the healing period has passed, children should either:

• Not wear earrings on PE days; or
• Be able to remove and replace their earrings independently before and after the lesson.

In line with safeguarding guidance:

• School staff will not remove or replace earrings.
• School staff cannot accept responsibility for removing, storing or replacing earrings.

Please note that covering earrings with tape is not permitted, as this does not eliminate the risk of injury.

If a child is unable to remove their earrings for PE, they will be unable to take part in the practical elements of the lesson and may miss important aspects of the PE curriculum.

We therefore ask parents and carers to ensure that appropriate arrangements are made on PE days.

Responsibility for Personal Items

Children are encouraged to leave jewellery and other valuable personal items at home on PE days.

Where jewellery is removed before a lesson, it remains the responsibility of the child. The school cannot accept responsibility for the loss, damage or theft of any jewellery or other personal valuables brought into school.

Health and Safety

Children must wear appropriate footwear that provides good support and grip for physical activity. Clothing should allow children to move freely and safely throughout the lesson.

Long hair should be tied back, and any items that may present a safety risk during physical activity must be removed before participating.

Parents and Carers

Parents and carers are asked to:

• Ensure their child attends school in the correct PE kit on PE days.
• Ensure earrings are removed before school on PE days, or that their child can remove them independently if appropriate.
• Avoid arranging ear piercings during term time where possible, as this may affect participation in PE lessons for the six-week healing period.

Thank you for your support in helping us provide a safe, enjoyable and inclusive PE curriculum for all children.