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Uniform

At Belfast Royal Academy we take great pride in our pupils’ appearance and believe our school uniform is an important part of creating a sense of belonging to the School as well as setting the high standards we expect from all of our pupils.

We encourage our pupils to wear their uniform with pride and we have high expectations for pupils with regards to wearing their uniform correctly, especially on the journey to and from school, and following the school regulations.

Girls' Uniform
Girl 2

1. A single-breasted navy-blue B.R.A. blazer (or a Sixth Form blazer).

2. A B.R.A. tie.

3. A white blouse, buttoning to the neck. In the summer term, a regulation white blouse with open neck and short-sleeves may be worn.

4. (a) Forms I, II and III:

(i)A regulation navy-blue skirt (mid-calf length)

(ii)A regulation navy-blue V-neck pullover with stripe;

(iii)During September and in the summer term, plain white ankle socks may be worn.

Between the end of September and Easter, plain black heavy-weight tights should replace these socks.

(b) Forms IV, V, LVI and MVI:

(i) A regulation grey skirt (mid-calf length);

(ii)A mid-grey V-neck school pullover, stripe optional, or a plain mid-grey V-neck school cardigan;

(iii) Plain black tights.

5. Plain, black, sturdy, leather shoes (not boots), flat or with stable heels no higher than 6 cm (measured at the back of the heel). Patent shoes are acceptable. High heeled court shoes, canvas shoes or trainer-style shoes should not be worn.

6. There are no prescribed hats or gloves, but if worn, they should be plain and navy-blue, black, grey or maroon in colour.

7. There is a school coat. If a non-school coat is worn it should be plain, and black or navy-blue in colour.

8. Pupils may wear a regulation, navy PE top (1/4 Zip Top) under their blazer. No other top, apart from the ¼ Zip Top, is allowed under the blazer.

9. Outdoor uniform may include a regulation B.R.A. scarf.

10. Schoolbags: books should be carried in a schoolbag or briefcase which gives good protection against wear and tear.

11. Girls are not permitted to wear jewellery with the school uniform (this includes earrings of all types). Jewellery worn in school may be confiscated. Watches may be worn – not a smart watch. The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) requires all examination centres to reinforce the rules and regulations about unauthorised items during external examinations. As a result of the JCQ guidance, all pupils who are sitting any school examinations are not permitted to wear a watch. Further information is outlined in the Mobile Phone and Electronic Devices Policy.

12. Girls are required to keep their hair clean, neat and tidy, clear of their face (tied back in laboratory or workshop situations), and to avoid exaggerated styles or obvious, unnatural colouring of the hair. Hair should not be bleached or noticeably tinted.

13. Make-up should not be worn by girls in Forms I - III. A light make-up is acceptable for girls in Forms IV – MVI; however, it should not be applied in School. Any obvious or exaggerated use of make-up is unacceptable. Nail polish and/or gel nails are not permitted.

14. Only school related badges should be worn on the school blazer.

 
Boys' Uniform
Boy 2

1. A single-breasted navy-blue B.R.A. blazer (or a Sixth Form blazer).

2. A B.R.A. tie.

3. A white shirt.

4. Charcoal grey or black flannel trousers. (Any exaggerated styles are unacceptable.)

5. Plain black or brown leather shoes that are able to be polished. Exaggerated styles are disapproved, and boots, canvas shoes or trainer-style shoes should not be worn.

6. Socks should be plain, and subdued in colour.

7. (a) Forms I, II and III:

A regulation mid-grey V-neck pullover with stripe.

(b) Forms IV, V, LVI and MVI:

A mid-grey V-neck school pullover, stripe optional or a plain mid-grey V-neck school cardigan.

8. There are no prescribed hats or gloves, but if worn, they should be plain and navy-blue, black, grey or maroon in colour.

9. There is a school coat. If a non-school coat is worn it should be plain, and black or navy-blue in colour.

10. Pupils may wear a regulation, navy PE top (1/4 zip) under their blazer. No other top, apart from the ¼ zip, is allowed under the blazer

11. Outdoor uniform may inclu.de a regulation B.R.A. scarf.

12. Schoolbags: books should be carried in a schoolbag which gives good protection against wear and tear.

13. Boys are required to be clean shaven and to keep their hair clean, neat and tidy, in a conventional style, clear of their face. Peculiar or exaggerated styles are unacceptable such as skin fades, closely cropped, bleached, dyed, tinted or highlighted hair, hair worn as curtains over the eyes, and levels, patterns or lines cut into the hair.

14. Boys are not permitted to wear jewellery with the school uniform (this includes earrings of all types). Jewellery worn in school may be confiscated. Watches may be worn – not a smart watch. The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) requires all examination centres to reinforce the rules and regulations about unauthorised items during external examinations. As a result of the JCQ guidance, all pupils who are sitting any school examinations are not permitted to wear a watch. Further information is outlined in the Mobile Phone and Electronic Devices Policy.

15. Only school related badges should be worn on the school blazer.

 

Our official school outfitters

  • Warnocks Ltd., 791-793 Lisburn Road (100m from Balmoral traffic lights), BT9 7GX
  • School Days NI Ltd, 434 Newtownards Rd, Belfast, BT4 1HJ
  • School Days NI Ltd, 273 Antrim Rd, Glengormley, Newtownabbey, BT36 7QN
  • Northend School Wear, 331 Antrim Road, Belfast, BT15 2HF
  • Gordons & The Jeanery, 10A Green Street, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DT
  • The Jeanery and the School Room, 2 Goland Buildings, Glencairn Park, Glengormley, BT36 5EN
  • The Sports Company, Cityside Retail and Leisure Park, York St, Belfast, BT15 1WA
  • Podium 4 Sport (Games/P.E. kit only), 40 Montgomery Road, Belfast, BT6 9HL

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