Uniform

Dorrington Academy expect all children to be in the Academy’s uniform as listed below. As part of our RESPECT agenda we encourage high standards of appearance and this is checked on a daily basis.

Dorrington Academy Uniform Guidance 

At Dorrington Academy, all children are expected to wear the correct uniform every day. As part of our RESPECT agenda, we promote high standards of appearance which are checked daily. 

Uniform for all students 

  • White buttoned collared shirt (no polo t-shirts)
  •  School tie 
  • Royal blue V-neck jumper with the school logo  
  • Grey trousers  
  • Black school shoes (no trainers, heels or open-toe shoes) 

Optional Girls wear: 

  • Royal blue cardigan with the school logo 
  • Grey skirt 

Optional Summer Uniform (from April-July) 

Boys may wear: 

  • Grey shorts 

Girls may wear: 

  • Blue and white summer dress 

General Uniform Expectations 

  • All clothing should be clearly marked with the pupil’s name and class 
  • Only stud earrings may be worn and must be removed at home for P.E. and swimming days to comply with Birmingham City Council Health and Safety Regulations 
  • Religious items of jewellery may be worn 

P.E. Kit 

  • House-coloured P.E. t-shirt with the school logo 
  • Black jogging bottoms, shorts or leggings 
  • Royal blue V-neck jumper or cardigan with the school logo or optional P.E. house-coloured hoodie with the school logo 
  • Trainers (no studs or blades) 

Please note wearing jewellery is not permitted, please remove at home on P.E. days. 

House Colours: 

  • Emerald – Green 
  • Ruby – Red 
  • Sapphire – Blue 
  • Diamond – Yellow 

Swimming Kit 

On your child’s swimming day, they can wear their P.E. kit as listed above.  

They will also need: 

  • A large towel 
  • Flip flops 
  • A suitable bag to hold wet items 
  • Optional swimming cap (recommended for long hair)  

Boys: 

  • Swimming trunks or shorts 
    • Due to health and safety rules, shorts must be specifically designed for swimming (well above the knee and have no pockets) 

Girls: 

  • A plain one-piece swimming costume 

Please note wearing jewellery is not permitted, please remove at home on swimming days. 

Where to Buy Uniform 

The following branded items must be purchased from approved suppliers: 

  • School ties 
  • Royal blue V-neck jumper or cardigan with the school logo 
  • House-coloured P.E. t-shirts 
  • Dorrington Academy book bag (Reception, Year 1 and Year 2) 
  • Optional house-coloured P.E. hoodie 

Suppliers 

In-store: 

  • Uniform Plus, Walsall Road 
  • Clive Mark School Wear, Saddlers Centre, Walsall 

Online: 

All other uniform items (such as shirts, trousers, skirts, dresses and shoes) may be bought from supermarkets or other high-street retailers. 

Second-Hand Uniform 

Please enquire with our Office Team if you require details for our second-hand uniform.  

Upcoming Events

Events Calendar

8th June, 2026

Y1 Phonics Screening

16th June, 2026

Y5 Trip – Safeside

26th June, 2026

Sports Day

3rd July, 2026

Teacher Training Day – Provisional

The academy will be closed to all pupils.

6th July, 2026

Teacher Training Day – Provisional

The academy will be closed to all pupils.

20th July, 2026

Teacher Training Day

The academy will be closed to all pupils.

1st September, 2026

Teacher Training Day

Academy is closed to students

2nd September, 2026

Autumn 1 Starts

23rd October, 2026

Autumn 1 Ends

26th October, 2026

Autumn Half Term

2nd November, 2026

Autumn 2 Starts

18th December, 2026

Autumn 2 Ends (1pm Finish)

The academy will close to students at 1PM.

21st December, 2026

Christmas Break

The academy is closed to students.

4th January, 2027

Teacher Training Day

The academy is closed to students

5th January, 2027

Spring 2 Starts

12th February, 2027

Spring 2 Ends

15th February, 2027

Spring Half Term

22nd February, 2027

Spring 2 Starts

25th March, 2027

Spring 2 Ends (1PM Finish)

The academy will close to students at 1PM.

26th March, 2027

Easter Break

The academy is closed to students

12th April, 2027

Summer 1 Starts

28th May, 2027

Summer 1 Ends

31st May, 2027

Summer Half Term

The academy is closed to students

7th June, 2027

Summer 2 Starts

21st July, 2027

Summer 2 Ends (1PM Finish)

The academy closes to all pupils at 1PM for the 6-week summer holidays.

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