Uniform and Appearance

Swans School Uniform Policy

At Swans School, all students are required to wear the school uniform, which has been thoughtfully selected to be smart, functional, and modern. While there are variations in the guidelines based on academic stage, we provide basic guidelines alongside specific rules governing uniform and appearance. We expect our students to take pride in their appearance and adhere to the school's uniform policy. Your cooperation in maintaining a respectful and stylish school community is appreciated.

Uniform compliance is mandatory at all times. Students should move around the school quietly and orderly, and must also travel to and from school dressed in their school uniform. The Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team reserve the right to determine appropriate school uniform.

Due to the mild climate in Marbella, students will primarily wear the Summer Uniform for a longer duration throughout the academic year compared to colder climates. Each academic year begins with students wearing the Summer Uniform, given the warm weather at this time. After the first Autumn Half Term Break, students transition to Winter Uniforms, which are worn until the end of the Spring term, allowing students to revert to the Summer Uniform at the start of the Summer Term. During the winter period, secondary students are required to wear blazers with a jumper underneath, while primary students may swap summer dresses or short trousers for skirts or winter pinafore dresses.

Jewellery Policy
- Students are not permitted to wear jewellery, with the exception of:
- A wristwatch
- One pair of small stud earrings

Hair Policy
- Long hair must be tied back in a tight ponytail using a blue, black, or brown bobble.
- Extreme hairstyles and hair coloring are not acceptable.

Coats and Outerwear
- In cold or rainy weather, students may wear appropriate coats or waterproof jackets of their choice. However, these must be removed inside the school building and hung on the provided pegs or placed inside lockers.

Nail Varnish Policy
- Nail varnish must be a natural color, and nails should be of an appropriate length for school. - Students with nails that are too long or painted in non-natural colors may be asked to have them removed or the nail varnish taken off.

For clarification, please refer to the visual references on this page. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to visit the uniform shop or speak to your form tutor or head of year. We are always here to help and guide you with any inquiries or concerns you may have.

Swans School Primary Uniform Policy - Early Years to Year 6

Early Years to Year 5
- Navy blue shorts/trousers
- Pinafore dress/summer dress
- Yellow polo shirt (with school logo)
- Navy sweater/cardigan (with school logo)
- Black/blue leather shoes
- Black or navy socks
- Swans Cap
- Children in Early Years and Reception are required to bring in a change of clothes, which can be left on their peg in a small sports bag. 

Year 6
- Blazer (with logo) - During Winter Uniform
- Tie (with logo)
- Jumpers/cardigan (with logo)
- White shirt/blouse (with logo)
- Navy blue trousers/skirt (length must be at the knee)
- Flat black or navy shoes (no decoration, no trainer-style)
- Black or navy socks

Sports Uniform (All Students)
- Yellow T-shirt with logo
- Navy shorts or skorts with logo
- School tracksuit
- White socks
- White sports shoes (not canvas, skate style or street wear shoes)
- Hooded sweatshirt with logo

Additional Sports Requirements:
- Navy blue/black swimming trunks/swimsuit
- Swimming cap
- Goggles
- Towel
- Plastic shower sandals

Swans School Secondary Uniform Policy - Year 7 to Year 11

Winter Uniform
All students are required to wear the Winter Uniform until the end of the Spring term/Easter holiday. Winter Uniforms should be worn when students return to school following the Autumn Half Term. After the Easter holidays, students may transition to the Summer Uniform, at which point blazers are no longer compulsory, and jumpers can be worn without the blazer.

Mandatory Winter Uniform Items:
- Blazers: Obligatory; must be worn every day from Autumn Term.
- Jumpers: May be worn in addition to, but not instead of, a school blazer during the winter months.
- Shirt: White shirt with long or short sleeves.
- Swans Tie: Must display the school logo.
- Trousers: Navy blue shorts or long trousers.
- Skirt: Must be an appropriate length - skirts should be worn on or just above the knee. Rolled-up or excessively short skirts are not acceptable.

Footwear
- Shoes: Flat black or navy shoes (no decoration; trainer-style shoes are not acceptable).
- Socks: Black or navy.

Summer Uniform
After the Easter holidays, students may transition to the Summer Uniform.

Mandatory Summer Uniform Items:
- Shirt: White shirt with long or short sleeves.
- Swans Tie: Must display the school logo.
- Swans Jumper: May be worn, but not compulsory.
- Swans Blazer: Not compulsory.
- Trousers or Shorts: Students can wear navy blue shorts or long trousers.
- Skirt: May continue wearing skirts as per the winter uniform guidelines.

Sports Uniform (All Students)
- Swans Yellow T-shirt: Must display the school logo.
- Swans Navy Shorts or Skorts: The school's preference for girls' sports uniform is skorts; however, girls may choose to wear suitably fitting shorts. Shorts must be appropriate for the students’ age and meet the school’s standards to ensure sportswear remains appropriate and well-fitting.
- Swans School Tracksuit.
- Socks: White.
- Sports Shoes: White sports trainers; canvas, skate style, or streetwear shoes are not permitted.
- Hooded Sweatshirt: Must display the school logo.

Additional Sports Requirements
- Navy blue or black swimming trunks or swimsuit.
- Swimming cap.
- Goggles.
- Towel.
- Plastic shower sandals.

Swans School Secondary, Sixth Form Uniform Policy - Year 12 and Year 13 

Uniform Policy - Young Men

- Jacket/Blazer: Tailored jacket or blazer.
- Shirt: Ironed, plain or subtly patterned formal shirt, tucked in.
- Trousers: Formal trousers. Jeans or chinos may be worn if they are straight/slim fit and a solid color.
- Jumper: Plain, fine-knitted jumper (optional, worn with the shirt showing).
- Footwear: Leather shoes, leather ankle boots, or leather smart plain trainers (white, black, or dark-colored from the agreed list).

Uniform Policy - Young Women

- Jacket/Blazer: Tailored jacket or blazer.
- Shirt/Blouse: Ironed plain or subtly patterned* formal shirt or blouse, tucked in or fitted to the waist (short or long-sleeved; sleeveless options are not permitted).
- Trousers/Skirt: Formal trousers or skirt (skirts must be no more than 5 cm above the knee). Jeans may be worn if they are straight/slim fit and a solid color. 
- Dresses/Jumpsuits: Must be blouse/shirt style on the top half and follow the same rules regarding sleeves and length as blouses/shirts and trousers/skirts.
- Jumper/Cardigan: Plain, fine-knitted jumper or plain, fine-knitted cardigan (optional, worn with the shirt/blouse showing).
- Footwear: Leather shoes, leather ankle boots, or leather smart plain trainers (white, black, or dark-colored from the agreed list).

Swans School Uniform Shop

The uniform shop is located in Swans Secondary School and is open at the following times:

Monday - 09:15 - 10:00
Tuesday - 15:30 - 16:30
Wednesday - 09:15 - 10:00
Thursday - 15:30 - 16:30
Friday - 09:15 - 10:00

Please note that there may be occasions when the shop's hours change or when it becomes necessary to close the shop for operational reasons.
We will make every effort to keep you updated via email about any such changes.