As part of our Community Matters initiative, we continuously look at ways to support our families.

We would like to extend this support to help families with the affordability of school uniforms. For this, we will introduce a new initiative in the form of a 'Uniform Swap or Shop' facility.

The first event will occur alongside our Winter Food bank on Saturday, 17th December (for further information about the Winter Food Bank click here >>>) . This will take place in the school canteen between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm (times may be subject to change). We will then be looking to hold more of these during parents' evenings throughout the year.

At each event, you can come along and buy items of pre-loved uniform for a small donation. Alternatively, you can bring uniform items and swap them for something else. So, for example, if your child has outgrown their blazer or PE kit, you can swap it for a bigger one (subject to availability).

In addition, to help us to ensure we have enough items available for each event, we are seeking donations of any uniform items you no longer need and are willing to donate. We are particularly keen to hold stock of PE kit items and blazers as these are the most expensive items to buy new.

Donated items can include:

• Blazers
• PE kit items
• Jumpers
• Trousers
• Skirts
• Shirts
• Ties

We will not be accepting donations of shoes or socks.

Please note that all donated items must be in good, clean and wearable condition.

If you would like to donate any items, please drop them in the box located in reception after school between Tuesday 29th November and Tuesday 13th December 2022.

Our Parent Character Ambassadors will be sorting out the donations and helping to run the stall. If you are interested in joining our Parent Character Ambassadors or would like to offer your help, please contact Lyn Salmons via email at: L.Salmons@northampton-academy.org