School Dress Code Policy
Purpose
The Maidens Park Primary School Board has implemented the following Dress Code in consultation with the school community. Consultation and revision of the policy are ongoing and subject to change by the Board for the betterment of the school.
The School Board believes the Dress Code will:
- Enhance the public image of the school
- Build school morale and pride.
- Ensure all children are dressed safely and appropriately, and
- Encourage equality
We encourage all children to wear uniform items every day to school.
Price List
Polo shirts - $26.00
Leavers polo shirts (year 6 only) - $26.00
Zip-up jackets - $30.00
Broadbrim hat - $9.00
General Information
Staff will focus on the positive promotion of the school dress code.
Families are informed of the School Dress Code upon enrolment; changes to the School Dress Code will be in writing as approved by the School Board.
Families experiencing financial difficulties and unable to purchase uniforms can discuss their options with the principal.
Families can apply to the principal for an exemption from the School Dress Code.
General Information
Tops
- Short-sleeved polo shirts with the school logo
Old style – aqua blue with black side panels
New style – black with aqua-blue side panels - Leavers’ short-sleeved black polo shirts with a red school logo and side panels (Year 6 only)
- Fleece zip-up jacket with the school logo
Old style – red
New style – black - Fleece jumper with the school logo
Old style – red, being phased out
Bottoms
- Black shorts, skirts, skorts or long pants – must be plain with no logo/branding.
- Leggings or tights are only permitted under other pants.
Footwear
- Lace-up (all laces must be secured) or Velcro shoes/joggers
- Sandals with back strap
Hats
- Broad-brimmed hats are to be worn as part of the school’s “No Hat No Play’
Personal Presentation
For the health and well-being of the child, it is necessary that students are clean and well-groomed, as this will help them to develop and maintain a positive self-image.
Hair
- Shoulder length or longer hair should be kept tied back from the face
- Hair should be neatly groomed and kept out of the eyes
- Hair scrunches, hair clips, and headbands are allowed
Jewellery
- Studs or sleeper earrings are allowed (for safety reasons, they should be small and not dangly)
- Watches
- ‘Medic Alert’ bracelets or necklaces
Cosmetics
- The wearing of cosmetics is not acceptable. This includes nail polish and temporary tattoos.
Shoeless Activities
Sometimes, the children will be asked to remove their shoes and socks to gain the optimum value from a gross motor activity such as climbing on the outdoor structures, moving to music, playing in the undercover sandpit, etc. (sand-filled shoes present a cleaning issue.) Teachers assess each situation to ensure the safety and well-being of every child.
Availability of Dress Code Items
School uniform tops and hats are available for purchase from the school office. Bottoms can be purchased from any retailer. Please mark all items with your child’s name. Name tapes or a laundry or permanent-ink pen work well for labelling.
Policy Review
We trust that parents and carers will fully support this School Dress Code to ensure all children's health and well-being, including a sense of belonging, pride, and positive self-image.
The policy shall be reviewed every two (2) years or as necessary to reflect the needs of our community.
The next review date will be February 2026
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