Uniform
We are committed to high standards of uniform and appearance from all members of our school.
NBS students’ take pride in wearing their uniform, which reflects the high standards and expectations we set throughout the school.
The wearing of uniform is something that extends beyond the physical boundaries of the School; in wearing their uniform in the appropriate way to and from School, pupils will enhance the reputation of themselves and their School. We have the full support of our parents in the rigorous enforcement of these uniform requirements.
It is a requirement of the school that all pupils from Years 7 to 11 wear the recognised school uniform.
Girls
Uniform
The following uniform is compulsory and must be worn:
- BLAZER - Navy blue blazer with school badge (and House Lapel Badge attached)
- SKIRT - Knee Length Navy blue (to touch the knee), stitch-pleated SCHOOL skirt
- TROUSERS - Navy blue or black, loose fitting tailored (not cropped) SCHOOL trousers
- BLOUSE- Light blue blouse
- COAT - PLAIN black or navy outdoor coat WITHOUT logos. Hooded tops and body-warmers/gilets are NOT permitted
- SHOES - PLAIN black smart flat shoes (not boot or trainer style – please see examples at the end of the policy). Shoes with ankle straps are not permitted. Coloured stitching or coloured laces are not permitted
- SOCKS/TIGHTS - Plain navy/black tights; navy knee high socks; plain navy ankle socks
Optional - The following uniform items may also be worn:
- JUMPER - Navy Blue SCHOOL jumper (worn as an additional layer under the blazer)
- TIE - School Tie (to be worn at just above waist level)
- SCARF - Plain black or navy winter scarf (only worn with a coat)
- GLOVES - Plain black or navy winter gloves (only worn with a coat)
- HAT - Plain black or navy hat, without logos (only worn with a coat)
- UNDERLAYER - 80% Polyester recommended, that is not visible under school shirt
P.E Kit
- NBS P.E. Tshirt/Polo Shirt
- NBS Shorts / Skorts
- NBS Sport Socks (Autumn/Spring term)
- Plain White Tennis Socks (Summer term only)
- Trainers
- Football Boots (no metal studs)
- Shin Pads
Optional Extras
- NBS Hoodie
- NBS Mid Layer
- NBS Tracksuit Pants
- House Colour Tshirt
- Underlayer - black/navy blue
- NBS Kit Bag - optional, but encouraged to reduce misplaced or lost kit
Boys
Uniform
The following uniform is compulsory and must be worn:
- BLAZER - Navy blue blazer with school badge (and House Lapel Badge attached)
- TROUSERS - Navy blue or black, loose-fitting tailored school trousers, worn on the waist.
- BELTS - Plain black with a simple buckle
- SHIRT - Light blue shirt
- TIE - School Tie (to be worn at just above waist level)
- COAT - PLAIN black or navy outdoor coat WITHOUT logos. Hooded tops and body-warmers/gilets are NOT permitted
- SHOES - PLAIN black smart shoes (not boots or trainer style – please see examples at the end of the policy). Coloured stitching on the shoe and coloured laces are not permitted
- SOCKS - PLAIN navy or black socks
Optional - The following uniform items may also be worn:
- JUMPER - Navy Blue SCHOOL jumper (worn as an additional layer under the blazer)
- SCARF - Plain black or navy winter scarf (only worn with a coat)
- GLOVES - Plain black or navy winter gloves (only worn with a coat)
- HAT - Plain black or navy hat, without logos (only worn with a coat)
- UNDERLAYER - 80% Polyester recommended, that is not visible under school shirt
P.E Kit
- NBS Rugby Top (required if selected for Rugby Team)
- NBS P.E. Tshirt/Polo Shirt
- NBS Shorts
- NBS Sport Socks (Autumn/Spring term)
- Plain White Tennis Socks (Summer term only)
- Trainers
- Football Boots (no metal studs)
- Shin Pads
Optional Extras
- NBS Hoodie
- NBS Mid Layer
- NBS Tracksuit Pants
- House Colour Tshirt
- Underlayer - black/navy blue
- NBS Kit Bag - optional, but encouraged to reduce misplaced or lost kit
General Information
- Make-up (including fake tan), tattoos, nail varnish, nail art, false nails and false/tinted eyelashes are NOT permitted
- Jewellery is NOT permitted, except for one pair of discreet earrings, one worn in each lower ear lobe (small sleepers or plain studs). Retainers to hold open piercings are NOT allowed.
- Smartphones and Smart watches are NOT permitted
- Hair styles should be smart, neat and tidy, appropriate for school. There should be no extremes of hair style or colour. Hair should be of a colour from the human hair spectrum. Highlights are allowed but should also be of colour from the human hair spectrum. There must be no patterns, shapes or lines shaved into the hair or eyebrows. Long hair must be able to be tied back for practical lessons for health and safety. Black/navy clips, bands, beads etc. that are functional to keep the hair neat and tidy may be worn. Hair styles and coverings linked to religion / culture, such as turbans and hijabs, may be worn. We acknowledge that each pupil’s hair is unique and will be considered on an individual basis.
- Boys should be clean shaven
- All pupils should be neatly presented at all times. Shirts and blouses must be tucked in, and ties must be done up correctly and worn to the waist
- The only visible clothing should be of the official designated school uniform
- Trainers/trainer style shoes (except for formal P.E. lessons) and plimsolls are NOT permitted
The school uniform stockists are:
Smarty’s of Hatfield Town Centre.
Stevenson’s of Victoria Street, St Albans.
A limited supply of good quality second-hand uniform is available by contacting admin@nbs.herts.sch.uk.
Sixth Form Dress Code
We believe that clear expectations and consistently high standards are essential to success. It is therefore important that Sixth Form students take pride in their appearance and are aware of the impression that their appearance makes as role models within our own school community and amongst the wider community.
As recognition of the Sixth Form students’ growing maturity and independence, our dress code is based upon business principles. A business dress code promotes fairness and equality for both boys and girls in our Sixth Form as well as giving them a more adult image; the dress code also strikes a balance between some degree of individuality whilst recognising the importance of setting an example to the younger members of our school community.
Students who are dressed in an undignified manner and/or are in breach of the dress code will be sent home or supplied with alternative clothing. Outdoor wear such as coats should be removed during lessons.
In all cases hair should be of a natural colour with no ‘extreme’ style cuts, and there should be no visible tattoos or facial piercings. Students are allowed to wear one pair of earrings worn in the ear lobe (small sleepers or plain studs).