Trousers:  

Black - Slim/Straight Fit  

Business material, typically the same fabric as the Blazer 

• No Elasticated/Stretchy material 

• No Leggings/Jeggings/Jeans/brushed cotton/Sports wear 

• No Cropped trousers 

Skirt 

Optional, but if chosen must be  

• Skimming above the kneecap (2 Inches) 

• Made of Business Material, typically, the same fabric as the Blazer.  

• Elasticated/Stretchy material/Skin tight/Tube style are not permitted 

Shirt 

Formal, Plain white 

• Worn tucked into trousers/skirt 

Blazer 

Business Material with standard TCA logo 

• Blazers are to be consistently worn unless you are advised it is a “No Blazer Day”: Typically due to hot weather. 

• When Blazers are removed they are not to be carried around the Academy, they are to be placed into lockers. 

Jumpers 

Optional, but if worn must be: 

• V-neck & Knitted  

• Plain black or With TCA logo 

• Sweatshirt material/Sports branding is not permitted 

• Jumpers are not an alternative to the Blazer 

Tie:  

TCA branded tie. 

• Worn at full length to cover all shirt buttons 

Shoes / Trainers 

Plain black shoes : No colour no embellishments, Flat heeled 

Plain black trainers: Black sole, Black laces NO Coloured logos/Coloured stitching 

Boots of any length are not permitted  

Please Note: 

Protective shoe covering will be offered if footwear is considered a risk in the DT classrooms. 

Socks/Tights 

Black or White ankle socks  

• Knee high or thigh high sock are not permitted 

• Ribbons/Bows are not permitted 

• Lace inserts are not permitted 

• Embellishments on sock are not permitted 

Jewellery: 

Small stud earrings (one stud in each ear) 

One ring 

One watch 

Bracelets or Necklaces are not permitted 

Facial Piercings: 

One small discrete nose stud 

No hoops, studs, bars, chains, cuffs to be worn in the nose, septum, lip, cheek, eyebrows,  

Make Up 

Must be discrete and natural 

No strip/stick on lashes 

Nails 

Natural nail colour/neutral tones are acceptable 

Neon colours/Gemstones/Brightly coloured/significant nail art is not permitted 

Nails of significant length  

Are a risk to safety and worn at your own risk.  

If damage is caused by a person wearing false nails, they will be expected to have the nails removed.  

Participation in PE is mandatory. If the length of the nails prevents participation, you will be expected to have them removed. 

Engagement in practical subjects, Art, DT, Food Technology is mandatory. If the length of the nails prevents participation/engagement, they will be expected to have them removed.  

Hair Style 

Hair styles must be suitable for a business environment.  

Students must always look presentable and tidy. 

Elaborate patterns shaved into the hair, or excessive use of gel/spray to maintain an elaborate style will not be accepted. 

Hair Colour 

Hair colour should be suitable for a business environment.  

Hair that is dyed a colour that could not be grown naturally, will not be permitted. Hair will be expected to be returned to a suitable colour with urgency.