Uniform Reminder

Uniform Reminder

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we begin to emerge from winter, I would like to take the opportunity to revisit the uniform expectations.

Uniform is an important part of a school’s identity. It reinforces in students a pride in their own appearance, instils recognition of themselves as an integral part of the school community, and assists in developing pride in representing their school. It also helps prepare students for life after school where many will have to wear a uniform for work.

It would be fair to say that, so far this term, we have several interpretations of what is and is not acceptable uniform and we believe it is time to clarify our expectations for students and parents.

Student’s individuality is appreciated at Kyabram P-12 College. However, we do have a compulsory school uniform. It is our expectation that all students adhere to the school uniform policy. The uniform policy is available on the website for further reference, but please see the additional guidance below (please label all uniform)

Dress	College grey-check dress
Jumpers and Jackets	Blazer - College navy blazer, to be worn with white shirt and College tie (also over the blue woollen jumper but not with the rugby top) Jacket – College showerproof jacket with logo Jumper – College navy blue woollen V-necked jumper with logo Polar fleece, aqua blue, 1/4 zip, with College logo (Prep - 4) Polar fleece, navy blue, 1/4 zip, with College logo (Year 5 - 12) Rugby Top - College rugby top, navy with stripes, with logo (Year 5 - 12) Year 12 Jumper is optional for Year 12 students
Hat	College navy bucket hat and logo (compulsory during Terms 1 & 4) Beanie navy blue (optional accessory)
Pants	Track pants - College track pants, navy blue (Years 5 - 12) Trouser - College dress trouser, navy blue
Scarf	Navy blue (optional accessory)
Shirts	Polo shirt with College logo Shirt - Long-sleeved white shirt with College logo Shirt -Short-sleeved white, shirt with College logo T-Shirt - Long-sleeved tee shirt, white or navy (Not compulsory but may be worn under school polo)
Shoes	Black runners (minimal branding), black lace-up shoes or black T-bar sandals
Shorts	College dress shorts, blue, with logo
Skirt	College skirt, grey check, mid-weight, to be worn with navy tights in winter or white socks in summer
Socks	White or navy or black socks
Tie	College tie, navy, with logo (optional accessory)
Tights	Navy (only with the college skirt in winter)
Make-up, Tattoos and Hair	Minimal make-up with neutral tones is permitted for students in Years 7-12. Students will be asked to remove any heavy make-up. No make-up is permitted for students from Prep - Grade 6 Clear or pale, neutral-coloured nail polish only may be worn Tattoos (including temporary transfers) are to always remain covered Extreme hair colours and/or extreme hairstyles are not permitted.
Jewellery The only acceptable items of jewellery are:	A maximum of three studs or sleepers in each ear. Earrings that ‘dangle’ or hang from the ear may not be worn at any time. A small discrete nose stud. Piercings on any other part of the visible body must not be worn at any time. A simple thin necklace or chain may be worn. Watches may be worn but may be required to be removed for sport or physical education lessons, or whilst the student is involved in trade classes. A maximum of three flat band rings to be worn on fingers. 1 bracelet or bangle. Anklets are not to be visible.

I would like to thank those families who do ensure that their children are in school uniform each day and are keen to demonstrate to their children the importance of education by following school policy. Your contribution is very much valued.

Uniform Blitz

Whilst we regularly check and remind students of our expectations relating to the school uniform, we will be having a ‘blitz’ in-line with the uniform policy from the beginning of week 6 of Term 3 (Tuesday 20.08.24).

This allows adequate time for students to ensure they have the appropriate uniform and to receive support from the school if necessary.

From this time, any students not in the correct uniform will be subject to our existing, well-implemented process of students being:

Offered support to obtain correct uniform.
Offered uniform to wear for the day.
Parents and carers will be contacted for the students who do not get into appropriate uniform as provided so that they can collect the student to amend their attire or bring to the school the correct clothing.
If students remain out of uniform, they will be withdrawn from class until the uniform concerns are addressed as a continual failure to follow the school rules. Parents and carers will be contacted and have the right to remove their students from school until the uniform concerns are remedied.
If the issue continues, further measures will be taken up to and including formal suspensions from school.

The official School Uniform Suppliers are as below.

Workwear Connect: 117 Allan St, Kyabram VIC 3620 (03) 5853 2777
Surf’n’Skate: 160 Allan St, Kyabram VIC 3620 (03) 5852 2911

If you have any questions about the guidance, please do not hesitate to contact school or refer to the uniform policy on the website which can be found here:

StudentUniformandDressCodePolicy.pdf (kyabramp-12.vic.edu.au)

Kyabram p-12 College Uniform List

If you are unsure whether a piece of uniform is acceptable, please consult the school before buying. If there are any extenuating circumstances, which mean you are unable to meet the uniform requirements by Tuesday 20 August, please email: linda.clancy@education.vic.gov.au

Objections or complaints about the school uniform policy or actions following the above guidance can be addressed to the Principal directly. Parents and carers are however reminded that admission to the school is on the grounds that school council approved policies are adhered to. By sending your child to Kyabram P-12 College, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of these policies.

We look forward to your support in ensuring all students are treated equally and trust the guidance above makes things much clearer for everyone.

Thank you

Mitch Coombs