Uniform

All Students

At UTC, students are expected to present a smart appearance at all times. Through our strong links with employers and industry partners, we encourage students to dress professionally and be prepared for the world of work.

In line with the DFE statutory guidance on school uniform and supporting parents with the costs of uniform we have reviewed the amount of business dress with our logo on. This is to give parents/carers the option to purchase non-branded business dress from any outlet they choose.

Second-hand Uniform

We also aim to collect second hand uniform to support parents where possible, please get in touch to discuss this.

Extreme Styling

Extreme styling is not desirable. Hair colour should be natural tone. Make up should be subtle. Jewellery should be limited to one set of simple ear studs. Facial piercings should not be worn with the exception of a small nose stud. If nail varnish is worn, it must be neutral in colour and false nails are not allowed.

Uniform Years 9, 10, 11

All Year 9, 10 and 11 students must wear a branded tie as part of their business dress which can be purchased from our approved supplier here: UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park Approved Uniform Provider

All other items of business dress can be purchased either from our approved supplier (who offer affordable options) or any other suitable outlet you choose.

• UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park tie (available for purchase here), tie must be worn with shirt collar fastened and UTC logo at chest level, tie length to reach top of trousers/belt.
• Mid grey business suit (no skirts). Blazers must be worn at all times unless the rule is relaxed by the Principal in hot weather and or Tutors/Staff in classrooms depending on the activity
• White shirt with stiff collar fastened long or short sleeves which must be tucked in at all times
• Optional mid/light grey jumper / cardigan with no logo or hood is allowed provided that the shirt collar and tie can be seen above it
• Business shoes plain black not trainers. Alternative footwear due to a foot injury will only be considered with the evidence of a doctor’s note
• Heels up to 2½ inches (smart black leather boots will be allowed, not Ugg type boots or fashion items)
• In the interests of Health and Safety no sandals or shoes/boots with an open toe – closed toes only.
• Hijabs should be black or grey.

Sport and PE

During sport and PE activities, students should wear appropriate sports clothing.

• UTC Sheffield OLP branded logo short sleeved PE top which can be purchased from our approved supplier (available for purchase here) there is also an option to purchase a long-sleeved PE top for the winter months)
• Black shorts or tracksuit bottoms
• Black socks
• Black outdoor waterproof jacket/top

Appropriate sports footwear should be worn for all activities.  Football boots /astro turf trainers with plastic studs/blades must be worn for the 3G Pitch.

Business Dress Post 16

Sixth form students have the option to wear business, or to wear the traditional UTC school uniform. Below outlines the schools’ expectations of students to ensure they look professional and are ready to learn.

If it would be appropriate to wear the outfit to a formal interview, or at work it is likely to be appropriate business wear. Suitability of clothing is at the principal’s discretion.

Suitable business wear:

• A business suit, a business dress or separates with tailored trousers or skirt options.
  Skirts should be at least knee length)
• Tights should be worn with skirts or dresses and should be of at least 40 denier.
• A blouse or a shirt with a stiff collar should be worn, these should not be cropped or
  low cut
• An option of a tie or dress scarf can be worn with a shirt
• Knitted jumpers or cardigans can be worn, they may have a small logo.
• All shoes must be smart and formal with a closed toe
• Smart leather boots are permitted, no ugg style boots, fashion items or walking boots
• Heels on shoes are to be a maximum of 2 ½ inches and no platforms are permitted
• Any tattoos must be discreet or covered up
• Any logos on clothes must be small and discreet
• Make-up must be discreet
• Jewellery should be limited to a watch a discreet piercing

Lanyards

All students are required to wear a lanyard/card at all times.  Lanyards and or cardholders will be colour-coded to distinguish year groups