Uniform
We are a school that requires all students to wear uniform. However, it is valuable to consider why we wear uniform. There are several powerful reasons:
- We are all seen as equal—The wearing of uniform means that people are not misjudged as individuals by something as superficial as the clothes they wear.
- No competition—The forces of fashion are very strong. Without a uniform, many students would compete in a fashion stakes.
- We are all members of one community—By wearing uniform we identify as one group. Without it there would be greater splinter groups based on clothing styles
- Safety—Uniforms help make our school safe. We can more easily identify people who should not be within the school and who could place students at risk. We can also identify you more easily if you need assistance because your uniform says you are one of us.
- Members of a team—We all enjoy and take pride in being part of a successful team. The community recognises and supports us in wearing our school uniform with pride.
But we are all individuals—Yes, we are and in a way by wearing uniform we are foregoing some of that individuality. However, we can express our individuality in a variety of ways through our achievements and contribution in academic, sporting, musical, social, technological, and creative aspects of school life. We feel that the many benefits of proudly wearing our school uniform contribute to making our school a positive learning community.
School uniform is to be worn each day and, on all occasions, where the student is representing the school (ie, trips and excursions), unless otherwise instructed. Students’ names should be clearly marked on all items for easy identification in case of loss.
SAFETY NOTICE
It is a Department of Education requirement that Leather Lace-Up shoes must be worn in all practical lessons. These shoes provide proper safety and foot care. Sports shoes should only be worn for sports lessons.