Uniform and equipment

At Dixons Fazakerley Academy, our uniform plays an important role in creating a culture of belonging, inclusivity and pride. By wearing a shared uniform, students demonstrate that they are part of a community with common values and high expectations. We recognise the importance of individuality and personal identity. Within our uniform and appearance code, students have opportunities to express themselves in appropriate ways that are consistent with maintaining a smart, professional and purposeful learning environment.

General expectations 

As with all schools, we have a dress code that all students are expected to follow. All students must adhere to the academy’s dress code, which emphasises being clean, tidy, and presentable. The uniform is compulsory and must always be worn correctly. We are preparing students for the professional world of work.

Students should recognise that conflict over the dress code is inappropriate. Our dress code is practical and allows a choice within very clear boundaries.

Should you have any questions or concerns about any item of the dress code, please contact us and we are happy to give advice where needed. We would always prefer to help families avoid unnecessary purchases of items that are not permitted.

Standard uniform (Non-PE Days)

Students should wear one of the following tops: 

• A formal white shirt or blouse (short or long sleeved)

This should be paired with one of the following: 

• Formal black or navy-blue trousers

• A formal knee-length black or navy-blue skirt with a single front inverted pleat

  • During exceptionally warm weather or in half term six, students may wear formal, tailored black shorts (not sports shorts). 

Students must wear one of the following knitwear options: 

• A black, grey or navy-blue V-neck jumper with the academy logo

• A black, grey or navy-blue cardigan with the academy logo (Sedex made)

Students should also wear:

• Shoes must be black, polishable and formal in style

  • Please note that some shops sell boots or shoes that are in an informal and trainer-like style in their school shoes section. These will not be accepted.

• Plain blue or black socks or black tights.

• An appropriate A4 size ruck sack (any colour)

Optional non-PE items: 

• KS3 - Grey Dixons Fazakerley Academy branded grey blazer (for those who already own one)

• KS4 - Black, grey or navy-blue suit.

• A rainproof overcoat

PE kit (PE Days) 

All students must wear:

• Round Neck PE top with school badge (AWDIS make)

• Navy-blue PE shorts (AWDIS make) or PE legging with school badge (Aptus make)

• Navy-blue sports socks

Alternatively, students may choose the grey PE kit: 

• Branded grey PE top, shorts, and socks 

Optional for cold weather: 

• Plain blue base Layer top (Rhino make)

• Plain blue base Layer Bottoms (Rhino make)

• Branded Dixons Fazakerley Academy navy-blue quarter zip track suit top (Akoa make)

• Branded Dixons Fazakerley Academy navy-blue tracksuit bottoms (Aptus make)

Note: students will not be able to wear their own sportswear on PE Days. They must only wear items from the uniform list. Anything else will not be permitted.

Appearance guidelines 

Religious dress

• Students wishing to wear a hijab with the core items of the school uniform may do so. We welcome and celebrate the diversity of our school community, and hijabs may be worn in a colour or pattern of the student's choice, provided they are smart and appropriate for a school environment. 

• Alternatively, students may choose to wear a plain black or navy abaya or thobe in place of the standard school uniform. Black and navy have been selected because they align with the Academy's uniform colours, ensuring students can express their faith while maintaining a strong sense of belonging and a consistent, professional appearance across the school community. 

Hair 

• Hairstyles should be smart, neat and appropriate for a professional school environment.

• Hair should be a single, natural-looking colour throughout. Bright colours (for example, blue, pink, green or purple), dip-dyed styles, and starkly contrasting colours are not permitted.

• Hair and eyebrows must not include shaved lines, patterns, symbols, words or other decorative designs.

• Hairbands, clips and other hair accessories may be worn and may be of any colour or pattern, provided they are smart, safe and appropriate for a school environment.

Jewellery

• Earrings: Students may wear a small plain stud in each ear lobe.

• Necklace: Students may wear a single thin chained necklace. The necklace must be discrete and worn underneath the shirt or blouse.

• No rings, bracelets, nose studs, eyebrow piercings or tongue bolts are permitted.

• For health and safety reasons, no jewellery can be worn to school on PE days.

• SMART watches are not permitted.

  • Please Note: students and families should be aware that any additional piercings obtained during school holidays are done at their own risk. The Academy's jewellery expectations apply throughout the school year and will be enforced from the first day of term.

  • Requests to wear unauthorised jewellery because a piercing is healing, or concerns that a piercing may close if removed, will not be accepted. Plasters, plastic studs and other substitutes may not be worn in place of jewellery that is not permitted.

Makeup

• Makeup must be discreet and minimal. 

• False eyelashes are not permitted.

• Students must maintain short, natural nails.

• False nails (including acrylics, gels or extensions) are not permitted. 

• Nails should not be excessively long or decorated in a way that draws attention or creates a risk to safety. 

Non-uniform items

• Hoodies, casual jumpers, tracksuit tops and other non-uniform outerwear may not be worn instead of the school uniform.

• Students who wish to wear an additional layer should wear an appropriate outdoor coat over their uniform.

• To maintain a smart and purposeful learning environment, all outdoor coats should be removed on entering the classroom and placed neatly on the back of a chair.

• No visible logos are permitted except the official Dixons Fazakerley Academy logo. 

Student leadership recognition

• Students who hold designated leadership positions may be issued with an Academy Leadership Hoodie as part of their role. These hoodies recognise students who make an exceptional contribution to the school community and serve as visible role models for others.

• Academy Leadership Hoodies are the only hoodies permitted in school and may only be worn by students who have been formally awarded one through a recognised leadership position. This approach helps celebrate student achievement, promote leadership, and contribute to an aspirational culture where responsibility and service to others are valued and recognised.

Our approved uniform retailers: 

Schoolwear by Lisa

72 Priory Rd, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RZ

0151 264 0700

Schoolwear by Lisa

275 East Prescot Rd., Liverpool L14 2DB

0151 259 8277

Kids Kirby

29 St Chad's Parade, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 8UG

0151 548 9390

Brienda Ltd. Schoolwear

74 Muirhead Ave E, Liverpool L11 1EL

0151 226 333

Daily equipment expectations 

At Dixons Fazakerley, we kindly ask families to ensure students have all required equipment to avoid disruption to learning.  Each day, our students will complete an equipment check during morning meeting at 8.20am.  Students are expected to have: 

• 2 black pens

• 2 green pens

• Pencil

• Ruler

• Rubber

• Whiteboard marker

• Highlighter

• Scientific calculator

• Reading book

• Morning meeting pack 

• Planner 

• Prism 

• Pencil case

• ID card and lanyard 

Students must also carry an adequate A4-sized bag capable of storing their work and belongings. 

If any equipment is missing, students can purchase items from student services, which is open before school (8.00 - 8.15am)