Academy uniform

Our uniform and dress code policy can be found on our policies page.

Our academy uniform consists of:

  • All black leather shoes – no boots, trainers, pumps or sandals/flip flops
  • Black socks (ankle or knee high) or black opaque tights
  • Black, tailored trousers
  • Black skirt with embroidered crest – skirts must be worn without being rolled so the embroidered crest is visible
  • White school shirt, short or long sleeved, with a tailored collar designed to be worn with a tie
  • Clip on tie – one house tie can be purchased directly from the academy or from the uniform suppliers below
  • Blazer with embroidered crest – sleeves must not be rolled up and blazers must be worn at all times unless otherwise directed. Hooded jumpers are not to be worn under the blazer
  • Outdoor coats may be worn over blazers in cold weather, but must be removed once inside the academy building

Optional:

  • Plain black knitted v-neck cardigan or plain black knitted v-neck pullover

Students are expected to wear full uniform when travelling to and from the academy, and during the academy day, in years 7 to 11.

Jewellery, piercings hair and make-up

The following expectations must be adhered to by all students:

  • Jewellery – one stud earring in the lobe, one discreet necklace worn under shirt, and one wrist watch. Rings and bracelets are not allowed.
  • No other visible piercings, plugs or tattoos are allowed e.g. nose studs, tongue piercings or multiple ear piercings
  • No visible make-up (discreet only), including nail varnish
  • No denim items
  • No extreme haircuts, including shaved patterns or hair colours

PE kit

PE kit policy

Compulsory PE kit items (see PE kit policy above for photos)

  • ELA embroidered polo shirt
  • ELA PE skort or plain black skort
  • ELA PE shorts or plain black shorts
  • White sports socks (indoor lessons/can be worn outdoors for summer activities only. Must not be long football style)
  • Plain long black football socks (outdoor lessons September – April)
  • Sport trainers (see PE kit policy above for more information)

Optional PE kit items

  • Black under armour/base layers (recommended in cold weather) to wear under PE shirt and/or skort/shorts
  • ELA PE quarter zip sweater
  • ELA rugby shirt
  • ELA tracksuit bottoms
  • Gum shield
  • Shin pads (some sports)
  • Studded boots (some sports)
  • Hair bobble (long hair)

The following expectations must also be adhered to by students

  • Long hair must be tied up for safety reasons
  • No jewellery can be worn during lessons for safety reasons
  • Safety equipment including shin pads and gum shields should be worn as appropriate for the activity
  • Coats are not to be worn in lessons. Hoodies are a banned item in school.
  • Leggings, cycling shorts and jogging bottoms are not permitted.

Students can speak to their PE teacher regarding pre-loved items that are available. We actively encourage students to swap out their kit for bigger sizes, free of charge. Alternatively, parents/carers can contact the academy via familysupport@eastleake-ac.or.uk if there are any financial constraints.

Uniform supplier

Academy School Uniforms / Just Schoolwear
West Bridgford | 11 Compton Acres, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7RS | Available by pre-order only

Phone: (0115) 965 2869
Email: sales@academyschooluniforms.co.uk
Web: https://just-schoolwear.co.uk/product-category/east-leake-academy/

Uniform and PE kit can be purchased online.

Pre-loved uniform

We have a selection of pre-loved uniform and PE kit available at the academy.  To enquire about availability please email familysupport@eastleake-ac.org.uk with details of items and sizes required.  If we do not have an item in stock, we will put your name on a waiting list. We do not charge for these items.

There is also a group on Facebook called East Leake Academy Pre-loved Uniform.

If you would like to donate any laundered pre-loved items then please drop off at the main reception.

Equipment list

All of our students are expected to provide the following basic items of equipment for every lesson:

  • Black or blue ballpoint pen (and a spare)
  • Pencils/eraser
  • Coloured pencils/fine fibre tips
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Pair of compasses
  • Protractor
  • Set square
  • Ruler 12”/30cm
  • Calculator
  • Rough notebook/jotter

Text books and specialised equipment will be issued on loan, and students will be required to pay for any loss or damage to academy property.