Gemma Sharples is furious after her 8-year-old daughter, Amaya, was sent home from St Paul's CE Primary School in Salford, Greater Manchester, due to a new uniform policy that prohibits trainers. The policy was communicated to parents via a newsletter, stating that students must wear all black shoes, with no exceptions. Sharples had previously informed the school about Amaya's sensory difficulties, which make wearing certain shoes distressing for her, but claims her concerns were dismissed. When Amaya returned to school in black boots, she was denied entry, which Sharples described as a rigid and disproportionate response. This incident has left Amaya feeling anxious and fearful about returning to school. Sharples criticized the school's lack of communication and failure to consider individual needs, stating that other students were also turned away, exacerbating the situation. The school emphasized the importance of a consistent uniform for creating a positive learning environment but did not offer any alternative footwear for Amaya. Sharples is now seeking answers from the school regarding the lack of response to her emails and the absence of reasonable adjustments for her daughter.