---
title: "FAQs"
url: "https://alstonmoorfederation.org.uk/faqs"
school: "Alston Moor Federation"
---

# FAQs

## **Frequently Asked Questions**

### **What do I wear to come to school?**

You can find full details of the school uniform and PE kit, in our Uniform Policy:
[here](https://alstonmoorfederation.org.uk/files/SKS_Uniform_2024(1).pdf)

### **Homework**

Students in Years 7 and 8 can expect approximately 30 minutes of homework per week in each of the following subjects:

- English

- Maths

- Science

- Humanities

- Languages

Homework may also be set in creative and practical subjects. All homework will be available on Edulink.

### **What will I need to bring?**

Students should bring the following equipment every day:

- Pen

- Pencil

- Ruler

- Rubber

- Pencil sharpener

- Scientific calculator

- Reading book

### **What do I wear for PE?**

The PE kit includes:

- SKS branded t-shirt (compulsory)

- SKS branded hoodie (optional) or plain black unbranded hoodie

- Plain black shorts, leggings or tracksuit bottoms

- Trainers (must be separate from school shoes)

Branded items can be purchased from Sam Scott’s.

### **Can I bring my mobile phone to school?**

Mobile phones are not permitted in school.

Students with longer journeys may bring a phone for use on school transport; however, it must be:

- Switched off

- Kept out of sight at all times

Any phone seen in school will be confiscated.

### **I have more questions – what should I do?**

If you need any further information, please contact the school office on 01434 381236.

Alternatively, you can email Mrs Wheatley (Year 7 Lead) at:
<awheatley@alston.cumbria.sch.uk>

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