Totally prepared to be told IABU.
My DD has just started school, friends and family have been sending their children for years and many of my friends are TAs and MDS within the school, just for context.
We've all received a letter home stating that due to trainers being worn and Dr Marten boots (uniform policy is no lace up boots or trainers) that all children are to wear black shoes only - no boots allowed. (There was also a reminder that it's school jumper/cardi, white polo top and grey trousers, dress, skirt etc with either white or grey socks/tights).
I questioned this with my friends who are TA's as I was confused if it was just for whilst the weathers still mild as I'd like DD in boots for winter ideally. They've said it's throughout the year and wellies/snow boots can be worn in adverse weather at playtime and for going home only.
They've said it's because a small number of families have repeatedly flounted the uniform policy, sending their children in the incorrect uniform as it conflicts their own personal beliefs etc. To me that's just disrespecting authority and doesn't show their children a good example.
Now teaching time and/or break time is by the looks of it going to be impacted due to having to faff around changing footwear etc.
I just wish that parente would respect the wishes of the head and the schools uniform policy as now EVERYONE is affected. (It's not a financial thing either as all of said footwear is branded and far for expensive than a pair of school shoes).
Reading back I feel like I'm making a mountain out of a mole hill, I'm only mildly annoyed, it's just one of those things where you think, just why? It's a school rule, it doesn't affect the child's well-being so just follow it ffs!