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Uniform and Equipment
Uniform and Equipment Expectations
At Dixons Broadgreen Academy, we take pride in our smart, professional uniform which reflects our high standards and offers families greater choice and affordability. Our dress code is designed to be practical, inclusive, and consistent for all students, ensuring clarity and fairness in expectations around appearance both in school and in the wider community.
General Expectations
As with all schools, we have a dress code that all students are expected to follow. All students must adhere to the academy’s dress code, which emphasises being clean, tidy, and presentable. The uniform is compulsory and must always be worn correctly. We are preparing students for the professional world of work.
Students should recognise that conflict over the dress code is inappropriate. Our dress code is practical and allows a choice within very clear boundaries.
Should you have any questions or concerns about any item of the dress code, please contact us and we are happy to give advice where needed. We would always prefer to help families avoid unnecessary purchases of items that are not permitted.
Standard Uniform (Non-PE Days)
Students should wear one of the following tops:
A formal white shirt (short or long sleeved)*
A black, navy blue, or grey polo shirt*
This should be paired with one of the following:
Formal black trousers*
A formal knee-length black skirt with at least two pleats*
A formal knee-length black pinafore with at least two pleats*
During exceptionally warm weather or in half term six, students may wear formal black shorts* (not sports shorts).
Alternatively, students may choose to wear:
A black, navy blue, or grey thobe* or abaya*
All students must wear:
Black socks*
Black polishable shoes*
A school lanyard and ID card
School Knitwear
Students must wear one of the following branded knitwear options:
Round neck jumper
V-neck jumper
Cardigan
Available in black, navy blue, or grey.
Optional non-PE items:
DBA branded grey blazer
DBA branded tie
PE Kit (PE Days)
All students must wear
A school lanyard and ID card
Students may wear either our black PE kit consisting of:
Branded black PE top
Unbranded black shorts* or skort* (no logos)
Unbranded black socks* and trainers*
Alternatively, students may choose the grey PE kit:
Branded grey PE top, shorts, and socks
Optional PE items:
DBA branded hoodie (black, navy blue, or grey)
Plain black base layers*
Branded DBA PE tracksuit
Note: No visible logos are permitted except the official DBA logo
Appearance Guidelines
No baseball caps, scarves, or fashion belts
No extreme hairstyles (e.g., coloured, flamboyant, or ornamental)
Cultural headwear is permitted
Jewellery is not allowed except:
Non-electronic watches
KS4 students may wear a single stud earring
Makeup must be discreet and minimal
Mobile phones and electronic watches are not permitted
The academy is not responsible for loss or damage to clothing, jewellery, or electronic devices.
Uniform Supplier
Uniforms can be purchased from Alpha Schoolwear either online or in-store.
🔗 Click here to shop online at Alpha Schoolwear
Store Locations:
74 Muirhead Avenue East, L11 1EL
239–241 Eaton Road, L12 2AG
272 Stanley Road, L20 3ER
50–54 Buttermarket Street, WA1 2NN
Daily Equipment Expectations
At Dixons Broadgreen, we kindly ask families to ensure students have all required equipment to avoid disruption to learning. Each day, our students will complete an equipment check during morning meeting at 8:20am. Students are expected to have:
2 black pens*
2 green pens*
Pencil*
Ruler*
Rubber*
Whiteboard marker*
Highlighter*
Scientific calculator*
Reading book*
Morning meeting pack
Planner
Prism
Pencil case*
ID card and lanyard
Students must also carry an adequate A4-sized bag* capable of storing their work and belongings.
If any equipment is missing, students can purchase items from the Student Checkpoint Service, which is open before school (8.00 - 8.15am)
Any item marked with * can be bought from any stationary shop or supermarket.
Please see the video clips below for further information:
- Clip 1 is information for current students.
- Clip 2 is information for new students.