School Uniform
Visitors to McKee College House comment on the smartness of our students and we feel that a uniform contributes to the feeling of belonging at McKee. It is a very simple uniform that everyone can wear.
The McKee is open and welcoming to all, it has a unique atmosphere which allows young people to express themselves without fear or prejudice. We embrace difference and celebrate it, helping to build tolerance and understanding within our students towards others. This ethos is reflected in our approach to uniform and appearance. We balance personal freedom of expression such as being able to wear non-natural hair colours and being allowed make up with a collective responsibility to being part of our community and wearing the correct uniform.
Uniform is discussed at the Admissions meeting, and any questions can be asked then.
Joined up working with home is at the heart of how we work here at the McKee, and we value your support with ensuring your child is in the correct uniform, helping students have a positive start to the day with the right mind set.
A black McKee jumper is provided by us to all students when they start. This signals their welcome into our school community. We also give students a black McKee fleece to wear over their jumper. This is provided without cost to families.
Uniform at the McKee College House is compulsory and must be worn correctly by all students. The following information shows the appropriate uniform expected at the McKee College House.
McKee Uniform
- A black McKee jumper provided by school. Additional jumpers may be purchased on request.
- A black McKee fleece is also provided
- White shirt or white polo shirt – long or short sleeved. A white base layer can be worn underneath.
- Full length black ‘school style’ trousers
- Thick black leggings – no logo
- Black Skirt
- Trainers can be worn in place of shoes
Additional Information
- Black opaque/thick tights or leggings may be worn with the skirt.
- A specific PE kit is not necessary however some students may choose to bring in a change of clothes on their timetabled PE day.
- Students hand in their coat or hoody and belongings at the start of the day. This is covered in our policy and at admissions and is part of our commitment to safety.
If your child comes to school either not in uniform or inappropriately dressed we will try and support with uniform within school or support them in BASE.
If for whatever reason you are struggling to provide the right uniform items, please let us know. We are here to help.
You can use your regular contact with your child’s key worker or you can contact Amanda Brindle our safeguarding and welfare lead at school. As a school we work with you to help students overcome any barriers to their academic and personal development and this includes any difficulties around uniform.