AMA Uniform
At Alvaston Moor Academy, we take pride in maintaining high standards of uniform and expect all students to wear their uniform correctly and with pride. A smart appearance promotes a sense of belonging and reflects our shared commitment to excellence.
Students must wear their full Academy uniform when travelling to and from the Academy and throughout the school day.
Academic Year 2026–2027
From September 2026:
- Year 7 students will wear the new AMA uniform.
- Students in Years 8–11 may choose to wear either the new AMA uniform or the legacy AMA uniform.
- Students choosing to wear the legacy uniform must wear all elements of that uniform.
- Uniforms may not be mixed. For example, students may not wear an AMA polo shirt with a legacy blazer and tie, or an AMA jacket with a white shirt and tie.
The Academy does not prescribe uniform according to gender. Students may choose from any approved uniform items listed below.
Option 1: New AMA Uniform
Students must wear:
- Black AMA branded jacket
- Black AMA branded polo shirt
- Plain black tailored trousers, skirt or shorts
- Plain black shoes or fully black trainers (including soles, logos and laces)
- Black or white socks, or plain black tights
- Suitable outdoor coat in cold or wet weather
- Plain black religious head coverings or clothing (where worn)
New AMA Uniform
Option 2: Legacy AMA Uniform
Students may wear:
- AMA blazer
- AMA clip-on tie
- White shirt, tucked in and fastened to the top button
- Plain black tailored trousers, skirt or shorts
- Plain black shoes or fully black trainers (including soles, logos and laces)
- Black or white socks, or plain black tights
- Suitable outdoor coat in cold or wet weather
- Plain black religious head coverings or clothing (where worn)
Trousers, Skirts and Shorts
Students may wear:
- Plain black tailored trousers
- Plain black tailored shorts
- Plain black pleated skirts that are knee length or just above the knee
The following are not permitted:
- Jeans
- Leggings
- Jeggings
- Tracksuit bottoms
- Stretch jersey or T-shirt-style skirts
- Distressed or ripped garments
Hot Weather Arrangements
When temperatures are forecast to reach 25°C or above, adapted uniform expectations will apply.
New AMA Uniform
- Students are not required to wear the AMA jacket.
- Students are encouraged to wear tailored shorts or skirts.
- AMA-branded PE shorts may be worn if tailored shorts are not available.
Legacy AMA Uniform
- Students are not required to wear their blazer or tie.
- Shirts must remain tucked in.
- The top button may be undone.
- Students may wear tailored shorts or skirts.
- Students may wear the AMA PE kit: AMA PE shorts and a plain black T-shirt.
Appearance
Jewellery
Jewellery should be kept to a minimum.
Students may wear:
- Earing however – all earnings in the ears must be studs.
- One nose stud.
- One watch.
The following are not permitted:
- Hoop earrings.
- Tongue piercings.
- Additional visible body piercings.
- No necklaces.
- No rings.
Items worn for religious, cultural or medical reasons may be permitted following discussion with the school.
Hair
Hair should be clean, tidy and appropriate for a school environment.
The Academy recognises and respects hairstyles associated with a student’s race, ethnicity, culture, religion and identity. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Afros
- Braids
- Twists
- Locs
- Cornrows
- Religious head coverings
Restrictions will only be applied where there is a genuine health and safety concern.
Make-up
Discreet make-up is permitted.
The following are not permitted:
- Heavy or excessive make-up.
- Nails shouldn’t be longer than 5 mm – to allow students to effectively use equipment and be safe in practical subjects.
Physical Education Kit
Students must wear:
- Plain black round-neck T-shirt.
- AMA sports shorts, AMA Leggings or AMA training bottoms.
- Sport-appropriate trainers.
Optional PE Items
Optional:
- AMA branded sports T-shirt.
All jewellery must be removed for PE lessons.
PE Kit
Please select this link if you would like to purchase new uniform
If students have lost their PE Kit the link to purchase replacements is here:
https://www.schoolwearsolutions.com/our-schools/alvaston-moor-academy/