College expectations and uniform
| Uniform | Pre-loved uniform | Hair, make up and jewellery | Rewards and achievement |
The Henry Cort Community College has two official suppliers of uniform, which is Skoolkit and MyClothing.
| UNIFORM SUPPLIER | CONTACT INFORMATION |
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Skoolkit - www.skoolkit.co.uk Opening hours: |
Skoolkit, 149A West Street Tel: 01329 822509 |
| MyClothing - www.myclothing.com |
Tel: 0800 059 0594 |
Parents/carers who are unable to purchase the correct uniform for their child due to financial difficulties should approach the college to seek advice and further guidance.
REQUIRED UNIFORM
- Tie in House colour
- Blazer and/or V neck jumper with Henry Cort logo
- Long or short sleeved white shirt
- Black trousers, shorts or skirts - Formal tailored trousers or shorts or skirt sitting just above the knee or longer.
- Socks that are black, white or dark grey
- Tights - plain or opaque
- Plain outdoor coat with no large logos
- Plain black outdoor shoes with no visible logo
- College bag - fits an A4 file
PE or dance uniform
- T- shirt with Henry Cort logo
- Navy blue shorts
- Sky blue football socks
- White or black sport socks
- Trainers with suitable support - No plimsolls or canvas fashion shoes
OPTIONAL UNIFORM
- Navy blue PE leggings or training trousers with Henry Cort logo, as an alternative to shorts.
- Plain navy-blue or black joggers can be worn, but fashion leggings are not acceptable.
We are very proud to offer a pre-loved uniform service at Henry Cort. We have lots of uniform items in various sizes, so if you are in need of some assistance, please contact the college. If you are looking to donate any items of uniform please hand into reception. We will be very grateful for any donations.
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Hair, Makeup and Jewellery
Jewellery:
The college takes no responsibility for any lost items. All jewellery must be removed for P.E. and to meet the health and safety requirements in certain subject areas.
- Watch (Smartwatch functionality is not allowed during the school day)
- Stud earrings can only be worn
- One discreet nose stud, no nose rings
- No other facial or tongue piercings
- One necklace can be worn under a school shirt
- One ring and/or bracelet
Make-up and hair:
- Discreet make-up
- Nails of a natural length and colour
- No extreme hairstyles
- Long hair must be tied up to meet Health and Safety requirements in selected subjects.
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Rewards and Achievements
Good behaviour is expected by all students at The Henry Cort Community College in order to create a positive atmosphere that supports all students and staff in a calm, safe, happy and stimulating environment. Staff can award House Points in class for a wide variety of positive behaviours, engagement or learning. The wide range of options covers subject-specific rewards in class actions and wider community rewards, including attendance, both sustained and improved. Students can also be awarded house points related to:
- Excellent participation
- Excellent presentation of work
- Consistent attention
- Working as part of a team
- Demonstrating excellent leadership qualities
- Excellent effort beyond expectation
- Demonstrating helpfulness and kindness
- Handing in an outstanding piece of homework
Students could also achieve ‘Student of the lesson’ which is worth two House Points, and receive a golden ticket. If teachers find it appropriate, they can nominate students for a subject award which is 10 House Points and should be awarded by the Head of Faculty. Once a student reaches milestones in terms of House points, certificates are awarded via termly praise assemblies.
Bronze Award - 50 House Points (HPL letter home & pin badge)
Silver Award - 100 House Points (HPL letter home & pin badge)
Gold Award - 200 House Points (HPL letter home & pin badge)
Diamond Award - 350 House Points (APL letter home & pin badge)
Platinum Award - 500 House Points (Principal’s letter home & pin badge)