Year 8 to Year 9 Transition
Information in this section pertains to students who are due to start at Alleyne’s Academy in Year 9 on 3rd September 2026. We will update this section of our website for the 2027 new intake in due course.
For information about the timings of the school day please see The Academy section of our website.
Important Documents and Presentations
School Uniform
At Alleyne’s Academy we place an emphasis on pride in our community. A visible indication of this is in the standard of students’ uniform. Many visitors have commented on how smart our students are. However, it is important that we maintain these high standards while clarifying uniform requirements.
Our full school uniform policy is available on the Policies page of this website.
Uniform Guidelines
- Black blazer with the school badge
No rolled-up sleeves - Standard plain black trousers
No hipsters, jean-style, flared trousers with exposed fashion buttons or zips - Alleyne’s Castle Tartan Skirt
Minimum length is 18 inches. No other type of skirt may be worn - White plain school shirt
Must be plain with no additional styling - School clip-on tie
House colour motif - Black plain V-neck jumper or school badged jumper (optional)
No other style of jumper can be worn (includes hoodies and sweatshirts). Jumpers must be worn under a blazer, not in place of it. If it is too warm for both a jumper and blazer to be worn, the blazer takes precedence. - Solid black shoes
No canvas, pumps, sports trainers, or fabric shoes - Plain dark-coloured coat
No denim or leather
Physical Education Kit
- Black shorts, black socks, Alleyne’s blue sports top, or plain white polo shirt
Trainers are also required - Recommended for outdoor wear
Black tracksuit or black leggings, Alleyne’s rugby top, and football boots
Important Notes
- Students who wear an incorrect skirt (style or length) will be expected to wear trousers as an alternative.
- Fashion items of clothing are not suitable for school.
- Denim is not allowed at all.
- Excessive make-up and fashion jewellery are unsuitable for school and may pose a health and safety risk.
- Hair must be appropriate for school, and extreme hairstyles (e.g., shaved heads, Mohicans, or brightly coloured dyed hair) are not allowed.
- Earrings should be unobtrusive studs or sleepers; a single stud or sleeper may be worn in each ear. No hoops or ear expanders are permitted, and no other body or facial piercings are allowed. Students will be required to remove inappropriate piercings and replace with a clear retainer or cover with a plaster while on the school site.
The Headteacher may send a student home after consulting with parents / carers to resolve breaches of the school’s appearance or uniform rules. This will not count as an exclusion but as an authorised absence. However, if the student continues to breach uniform rules in such a way as to avoid school, the absence may be counted as unauthorised.
It is important that all items of clothing and other possessions are clearly marked with the student’s name, either using a name tag or indelible ink. The supplier of the blazer and school skirts is Smart School Uniform.
Permitted Uniform Examples
Acceptable Footwear

Acceptable Skirts and Trousers


Unacceptable Uniform Examples
Unacceptable Footwear

Unacceptable Skirts and Trousers

Safeguarding
At Alleyne’s Academy, safeguarding our students is our top priority. In line with section 115 of the Education Act 2002 (and section 157 for academies), and the Children Act 1989, we have robust policies and procedures in place to protect the welfare of every student. Effective child protection requires collaboration across agencies, clear procedures, and staff who are well-trained and confident in responding to safeguarding issues.
Please refer to the Policies section of our website to view our Safeguarding Policy.
Who to Contact
If you have any concerns about the safety or well-being of a student, please contact one of our safeguarding leads:
- Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr. C Bailey (Deputy Headteacher)
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads:
- Mr. T Tweats (Deputy Headteacher)
- Mrs. H Broadist (Senior Head of Progress and Support)
- Mrs. A Jones (Director of Business and Finance)
Local Advice
- New Era
- Fostering Service (Staffordshire)
0800 169 2061, fostering&adoptionbus@staffordshire.gov.uk
Out of Hours Emergency Duty Service: 01785 354030 - Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board
- Entrust HR Services (subscription basis)
01785 278961 - Fostering Service (Stoke-on-Trent)
01782 234555, fostering@stoke.gov.uk - Family Information Service Hub (F.I.S.H)
01782 232200, fish@stoke.gov.uk
Useful Safeguarding Links
- NSPCC – Harmful Sexual Behaviour (HSB)
NSPCC Learning - NSPCC – Keeping Children Safe Online – online safety / sexting / sending nudes
Keeping Children Safe Online - CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection)
CEOP Safety Centre - Professionals Online Safety Helpline
0844 381 4772, Safer Internet Helpline - Internet Watch Foundation (IWF)
Internet Watch Foundation - Safer Internet Centre
helpline@saferinternet.org.uk - Childline
08001111, Childline - Ofsted – General Enquiries
0300 123 1231, enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk - Ofsted – About Schools
0300 123 4234 - Ofsted – Concerns:
0300 123 4666 - HM Government (advice on protecting children from radicalisation for parents, teachers, and leaders)
Educate Against Hate - NSPCC Harmful Sexual Behaviour Project
0844 892 0273
Useful Safeguarding Contacts
- Staffordshire Education Safeguarding Advice Service (ESAS)
01785 895836, esas@staffordshire.gov.uk - Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
0300 111 8007 - Staffordshire Children’s Advice and Support (SCAS)
0300 111 8007 - Emergency Duty Services (EDS-out of hours safeguarding concerns)
0345 604 2886, eds.team.manager@staffordshire.gov.uk - Staffordshire Police Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
via 101, in an emergency please dial 999 - Stoke-on-Trent Children’s Services
Chat and Advice Service (CHAD) 01782 235100
Emergency Duty Team: 01782 234234 (outside office hours) - Dave Atherton – School Guidance around Asylum Seekers (Central Thoroughfare Team)
david.atherton@staffordshire.gov.uk - Staffordshire Police coordinator
Mark Hardern Tel: 07539 3636299, mark.hardern@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk - Staffordshire Police Prevent Team
01785 232054, 01785 233109, prevent@staffordshire.police.uk - PHSE Coordinator
Natalie McGrath, 0300 111 8007, natalie@staffscvys.org.uk
Useful Websites
- Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board
StaffsSCB - Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP)
CEOP - NSPCC – 24 hour Child Protection Helpline 0808 800 5000
NSPCC - Stop It Now! child sexual abuse helpline
Stop It Now! - Women’s Aid
0870 2700 123 - UNICEF – Support Care Team
0300 330 5580 (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm), UNICEF
If you think a child is in immediate danger please call 999 - IChildline:
08001111, Childline












