School uniform

The following types of clothing are unacceptable in schools:

• Items potentially causing health and safety problems for the wearer (for example, certain types of earrings and chains)
• Footwear which might damage the flooring or carpets
• Clothing with words or pictures on them which could give offence to others including scarves or tops representing sports teams other than the school's own team
• Clothing that is so tight, short or revealing that it could give offence to others
• Clothing advertising the use of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs

Support from parents

The Consultative Committee with Parents hopes that all parents will be aware of the advantages of a dress code for school pupils and that parents will do their best to support the code for their child/children. The benefits for successful teaching and learning will be felt for all.

If a pupil is unwilling to comply with a dress code adopted by the school the following procedure may be followed:

• The pupil will be asked to comply with the dress code.
• Contact will be made by letter or telephone by the school.
• Parents will be invited to the school to discuss the dress code.
• Parents will advise the school in advance when other clothing is to be worn.

Our general guideline is that clothing should not disrupt the normal operation of school, cause damage to property or give offence to sections of the community.