Uniform
We expect our pupils to be proud to belong to Jane Austen College and represent the college positively, so it is important that they are smartly dressed in full college uniform. Our standards are high and the college uniform should be worn correctly every day.
Please help us to maintain these high standards by ensuring pupils are appropriately dressed when they leave for school each day.
From September 2026, Inspiration Trust will be working with a new uniform supplier, Price & Buckland, who will provide all items of branded uniform.
There is no requirement to replace existing uniform that meets our current expectations. Pupils may continue to wear uniform items already owned until they need replacing.
Please note that there are more significant uniform changes for pupils in Year 7 in September 2026 (current Year 6). These pupils will be expected to wear only the new Price & Buckland uniform from September 2026.
Uniform Expectations
Compulsory Branded Main Uniform:
- Jane Austen College branded blazer
- Jane Austen college tartan tie
Non-branded Uniform:
- Straight legged tailored black trousers
- Plain white, closed neck shirt (top button fastened)
- Black socks only
Optional Uniform:
- Jane Austen College kilt with buttons and no split
- Jane Austen College grey V-neck knitted jumper (sleeveless jumper also available)
PE kit Uniform from Price & Buckland:
- Jane Austen College branded PE polo shirt
- Jane Austen College branded 1/4 zip midlayer
- Optional Jane Austen College branded PE shorts or skort
Non-banded PE Uniform:
- Plain black PE shorts
- Black sports socks only
- Optional fitten plain back track pants or leggings
- Optional red or black baselayers
- Appropriate sports footwear for the activity (e.g. football boots or non-slip sports shoes)
Tracksuit bottoms or other similar items are not permitted to be worn underneath school trousers. If a pupil is wearing a non-uniform item (for example a hoodie or under-trousers) then they will be asked to remove the item, and it will be kept by a member of the pastoral team until the end of the day. If repeat incidents occur, then the item may be confiscated, and parents would be asked to collect it from the school’s reception
Other Uniform expectations
Jewellery:
- One pair of small metal stud earrings may be worn. No facial piercings are permitted.
- Ear tunnels, stretchers and plugs are not permitted.
- No rings, necklaces or bracelets are to be worn, apart from medical alert jewellery.
- A watch may be worn.
Make-up, Nails & Hair:
- Make-up is not to be worn until students are in Year 9, at which point if a pupil chooses to wear make-up it should be subtle and discreet.
- Nail varnish or false nails should not be worn.
- Hairstyles and colours should not be extreme and be natural. We would strongly suggest that parents discuss hairstyles and colours with the school beforehand if they are in any doubt as to whether they might be considered extreme. This will avoid potential issues.
Supplier Information:
Price & Buckland
01159 640827
