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05/05/26

🎧 Proud to support our students in the Kent Secondary Schools Online Harms Podcast Competition! Our students created Cyberbullying Rap as the School's finalist entry... 🗳️ Vote from 7am Thurs 7 May – 5pm Wed 13 May 👉 collaboratedigital.com/polls…

30/04/26

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30/04/26

Proud to announce that Barton Manor School has achieved the Artsmark Silver Award 🎨 A fantastic outcome from our first Artsmark journey, recognising our creative curriculum, values and arts enrichment provision.  Well done to all involved

29/04/26

Proud to announce that Barton Manor School has achieved the Artsmark Silver Award 🎨 A fantastic outcome from our first Artsmark journey, recognising our creative curriculum, values and arts enrichment provision. Well done to all involved 👏

29/04/26

Well done to our students who completed their practice DofE Bronze & Silver expeditions last weekend 🥾 Special mention to Ahmad (Y9) for his camp prep and Rahimah (Y10) for outstanding navigation skills! Bronze in May, Silver in June!  

14/03/26

Our school community gathered on 6 March for a warm and uplifting Iftarr Meal, welcoming 92 staff, students & families. A wonderful evening celebrating unity, generosity and the diversity that enriches our School every day. Thank you to everyone who attended and shared food!

07/03/26

🌿 Forest School Adventures! Our students have been embracing the outdoors with hands‑on learning, teamwork & muddy fun! From shelter‑building to exploring nature trails, they’re growing in confidence, creativity & curiosity. See the fun at:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

06/03/26

📚 Barton Manor School celebrated World Book Day 2026 in style - teachers dressed up, students joined in and the whole school got into the spirit! Find out more:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

05/03/26

📣 Attention Y9 Parents! Join us on Wed 11 March, 6pm for our Online Revision Parent Workshop. 💻 Live on Microsoft Teams:  teams.microsoft.com/v2/ 📚 Supporting your child as they begin GCSE prep + upcoming assessments Hope to see you there!

02/03/26

Last chance to book! Join us for our Iftar Meal this Friday at 5pm. School-provided food + bring-your-own dishes welcome. Open to Muslims & non-Muslims – a chance to share culture and community. Book here:  bartonmanor.org ⏳ Please book by the end of today.

02/03/26

📣 Y10 Parents! Join our Online Revision Parent Workshop this Wednesday, 4 March at 6pm. Help your child get ready for their GCSE studies and upcoming assessments. Join via Microsoft Teams 👉  teams.microsoft.com/v2/

14/02/26

📸 Year 8 got hands‑on with a GCSE Photography Taster Session during Cultural Capital Day! From Rembrandt lighting to Bokeh effects, students showed real creativity and curiosity. A great intro ahead of Options Evening in Term 4! See more:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

14/02/26

Our first-ever Valentine’s Bakes Event was a huge success! 🧁 Beautiful cupcakes, special Valentine deliveries during Tutor Time, and an amazing £279 raised! A huge thank‑you to our talented students, staff & especially our wonderful parents for their time and creativity. ❤️

21/01/26

🎾Huge congratulations to Iris, who had an incredible week at the Tennis Europe Bar‑Le‑Duc U14 tournament in France! She reached the semi‑finals in doubles and the last 16 in singles against some of Europe’s top young players. Amazing work, Iris — we’re so proud of you! 🌟

18/12/25

🎶 Barton Manor School Choir brought festive magic to Harbledown Lodge Care Home! Carols like Silent Night & Deck the Halls filled the room with joy, plus a fun 12 Days of Christmas twist! 🎄  

17/12/25

Students from BMS and BCGS joined Rosie Duffield MP for a Q&A on issues shaping Canterbury: Housing, Transport, Environment & Public Safety. Great to see young voices leading the conversation! Read more:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…     

10/12/25

Winter Showcase 2025 was a huge success! 🎭🎶 Over 50 talented students shared an unforgettable evening of music, drama & dance with friends and family. Congratulations to all who performed – you were amazing! See the highlights:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

06/12/25

🎄 THANK YOU! 🎄 Our Christmas Fayre raised an amazing £1,115.66 for Our School's charities:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n… Thank you all!  

03/12/25

🎄 Year 7 students have brought the festive magic to life by decorating our School’s Christmas tree! The refectory is looking amazing thanks to their creativity and holiday spirit.  

01/12/25

Our Student Leadership Team held its first Leadership Conference on Friday! Students explored their roles, wrote pledges, tackled scenarios and created action plans to drive our School’s vision forward 💡 See more: bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

28/11/25

🚨 We’re recruiting! BCAT needs a Non-Executive Director/Trustee + Local Governors for our schools. Bring your expertise, challenge and support to help shape the future of education. 📩 Apply today and make a difference in local education  bartoncourtacademytrust.org/…

27/11/25

🎄Our School Christmas Raffle is less than a week away! 🎟Tickets: £1 per strip (Reception) 🎁Prizes include activity & gift vouchers! 💝Donations still welcome Proceeds go to    & House charities         

26/11/25

📢 Our Careers Newsletter is Live! From Year 7, we’re helping students prepare for the world of work! · Enterprise projects · Workshops & guest speakers · Dedicated focus days See what’s happening now in our latest newsletter 👉 bartonmanor.org/255/careers-…

19/11/25

🏀 First basketball fixture of the year and what a start! Our Year 10 Boys smashed it with a 40-19 win against Herne Bay High School! 👏Well done, team – on to the next!

18/11/25

🎨 Our KS3 Art & GCSE Art/Photography students joined exciting workshops with  on Cultural Capital Day 2! 👉 See their incredible work:  bartonmanor.org/238/latest-n…

Uniform

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Please visit our Uniform Suppliers website for online ordering, as well as helpful fitting and measurement guides.

Monkhouse Schoolwear Website


The aim of the school uniform & dress code is to:

(a) promote a shared identity and foster pride in the School.
(b) ensure dress appropriate for the working day.
(c) promote equality and avoid issues of comparison & peer pressure.

Students are expected to be smart. School uniform is to be worn correctly at all times during the school day including to and from School as well as for visits and school events unless otherwise noted. Non-school uniform days students clothing should be smart casual and suitable for the business of the day, normal regulations regarding jewellery, hair and make-up apply on these days.

General Uniform

UNIFORM LIST

Details

Blazer**

School blazer with school badge and blue trim.

Available from uniform supplier. This is the only blazer permitted

Tie**

School black tie with HOUSE badge.

Or other official tie awarded to student.

 

Tie to be worn correctly with the logo visible and top button fastened. Available from uniform supplier

Shirt / Blouse

White shirt / blouse – conventional classic design with stiffened collar, button up to neck.

Must be tucked in with top button fastened.

Long and short sleeved permitted.

 

Jumper*

(Optional)

School black V-necked jumper with silver trimmed neckband.

Optional. Available from the uniform supplier. This is the only jumper permitted.

Tartan Skirt**

 

School tartan skirt available from the uniform supplier.

Tartan skirt, to be knee length or below the knee.

Available from the uniform supplier. This is the only skirt permitted.

Trousers (unisex)

 

Trousers*

(Optional)

Charcoal grey tailored trousers traditional cut.

 

Belt is optional but must be discrete if worn. Trousers to be worn correctly around the waist.

 

Optional. We recommend that these are obtained from the uniform suppliers to ensure the correct design or match the design by Monkhouse Workwear if purchased elsewhere. No fashion trousers, no flare or narrowing, no bootleg, no extra pockets, buttons, belts or zips.

Socks

Dark socks with trousers, black or white ankle socks with skirt.

Ankle socks are acceptable, knee high are not acceptable.

Tights

Plain black or natural.

No patterned tights.

Shoes

Smart, formal, black leather flat or low heeled shoes* not ankle boots.

No trainers, no trainer shoes or plimsolls. No boots of any kind.

* Open-toed or backless sandals are not allowed at any time for health and safety reasons.

* No fabric shoes, no brand logos visible on the outside of the shoe.

Coat

Dark weatherproof outer coat should be smart and worn over the blazer. (Reflective arm bands aid visibility in the winter.)

Coats must not display any slogans or offensive logos.

Bags

The recommended school bag is a rucksack.

Bags must have an over the shoulder strap. No fashion bags, no handbags, no excessive adornments (non-functional buckles, straps, plaid handles, chains, studs, scarves etc). No plastic bags. Preferred colour black, grey or navy blue.

       

** School items (Branded x 4), * Optional and only available from school uniform supplier.

White laboratory coat and blue DT apron are provided by the School.

PE Uniform

UNIFORM LIST

Details

Polo Shirt**

Navy/white polo shirt.

“Unisex” and “Fitted” options available.

Must be purchased from school suppliers.

This is the only polo shirt permitted

Shorts*/Skort*

 

Shorts/Skort

Navy/white shorts/skort. (school colours)

 

Navy shorts/skort

*Optional in the school colours to match the polo shirt can be purchased from school suppliers.

 

Alternative allowed: non-branded item allowed if correct design and plain navy in colour. No logos allowed

Socks

Long game socks – navy

 

Sports leggings / training trouser*

(Optional)

Navy with white trim

 

 

Navy leggings/trouser

 

.

*Optional in school colours and can be purchased from school suppliers.

 

Alternative allowed: non-branded item allowed if correct design and plain navy in colour. No logos allowed

Midlayer top*

(Optional)

Navy/White mid-layer top.

 

 

Optional in the school colours to match the PE kit. Must be purchased from school suppliers. This is the only top permitted.

Durable Baselayer

(Optional)

White, long sleeved.

Optional. May be worn under the polo shirt on cold days.

Trainers

A sports trainer that is suitable for indoor use with a non-marking sole and sufficient ankle support.

Trainers with discrete colouring are preferred

Canvas trainers of a plimsole/vans/ converse style are not appropriate.

Boots

Studded boots for hockey and football + shin pads.

 

PE Kit – it is optional but recommended that PE Kit is embroidered with the student’s initials. An embroidery service is available from the school uniform supplier, Monkhouse Workwear.

 

Dance – students should wear jazz shoes or have bare feet in Dance lessons.

*UNIFORM SUPPLIER

Monkhouse Workwear

Tel: 01622 230845 

https://www.monkhouse.com/school/barton-manor-school-urn-149039

Unit 15 Newnham Court Shopping Village

Bearsted Rd

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5LH   

Please note:     

(1) Official school badges only.

(2) No jewellery - except for watch & one small, discreet stud in each earlobe if necessary.  (To be handed in for PE).

(3) No other visible body piercing or tattoos.

(4) Make-up: none visible for all year groups.   No coloured nail varnish.

(5) Hair: no extremes of fashion; no obvious dyes (natural colour only). Hair clips/scrunchies, etc. should be discreet.

(6) Hair, shoulder length or longer, must be tied back for science and all practical lessons.

       (7) The following items are not allowed:   

  1. denim coats/jackets, sweatshirts, hooded sweaters, etc.
  2.  jeans, denims, cords, laced or decorated trousers; extremes of width for trouser legs. 
  3. suede / leather boots.   
  4. visible polo–necked or other sweaters etc. under shirts.
  5. caps/hats - except outside in extreme weather then plain navy blue.  

        (8) In the event of a medical condition necessitating trainers these must be black & student must have a dated

letter of explanation from parent/doctor.

      All clothing and kit must be clearly named with the student’s full forename & surname.

Uniform Supplier & Other Information

*UNIFORM SUPPLIER

Monkhouse Schoolwear

Tel: 01622 230845

Email: newnhamcourt.shop@monkhouse.com

Website: https://www.monkhouse.com/

Unit 15 Newnham Court Shopping Village

Bearsted Road

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5LH   

Please note:     

(1) Official school badges only.

(2) No jewellery - except for watch & one small, discreet stud in each earlobe if necessary.  (To be handed in for PE).

(3) No other visible body piercing or tattoos.

(4) Make-up: none visible. No coloured nail varnish.

(5) Hair: no extremes of fashion; no obvious dyes (natural colour only). Hair clips/scrunchies, etc. should be discreet.

(6) Hair, shoulder length or longer, must be tied back for science and all practical lessons.

(7) In both hockey and rugby the use of mouthguards is not mandatory but it is ‘recommended’

      (8) The following items are not allowed:   

  1. denim coats/jackets,  sweatshirts, hooded sweaters, etc.
  2.  jeans, denims, cords, laced or  decorated trousers;  extremes of width  for trouser legs. 
  3. suede / leather boots.   
  4. visible polo–necked or other sweaters etc. under shirts.
  5. caps/hats - except outside in extreme weather then plain navy blue.  

     (9) In the event of a medical condition necessitating trainers these must be black & student must have a dated

letter of explanation from parent/doctor.

      All clothing and kit must be clearly named with the student’s full forename & surname.