Uniform Handbook
UNIFORM POLICY AND EXPECTATIONS
RATIONALE
Hillcrest Christian College aspires to build a culture which aligns all community members to the vision, mission and values. Our students are seen as ambassadors for the College and the uniform is the most visible symbol to identify students. It is a community expectation that all students take pride in their appearance and ensure their uniform is worn in a respectful manner during the school day to positively reflect our College values.
The Uniform Handbook has been designed to provide all Hillcrest Christian College students and parents/carers with the specific requirements of the College uniform across PreKindy to Year 12. This is to ensure all students understand our uniform expectations and arrive at the College each day presented in the correct attire.
It is the responsibility of all staff, students and parents/carers to be aware of the uniform standard and policy at the College and for parents/carers to provide the correct uniform for their child.
The uniform handbook is divided into the following sections for ease of reference:
• General Uniform Expectations
• Early Learning Community – Pre-Kindy and Kindy
• Junior Learning Community – Prep-Year 4
• Middle Learning Community – Years 5-8
• Senior Learning Community – Years 9-12
• Accessories
Hillcrest Christian College reserves the right to change and update this policy and will provide communication to parents/ carers regarding any updates or amendments.
EXPECTATIONS
The College uniform is to be worn correctly at all times on College grounds and while travelling to and from the College. Students are to be well-presented.
Personal Grooming
A high standard of personal dress and grooming is required at all times. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their standards of grooming and parents/carers are expected to send students to school appropriately groomed and in the correct uniform. Visible tattoos, temporary tattoos or the like are not permitted unless they are for a medical reason.
Other accessories other than those listed in this policy are not permitted.
Students are expected to wear their uniform neatly and with respect, following the rules set out in this policy. These guidelines help us maintain the high standards and values of Hillcrest Christian College: Shirts
Boys MLC and SLC shirts must be tucked in properly, as shown in the uniform guidelines for each year level. A black belt must be worn with a formal MLC and SLC uniform. Girls Skirts and shorts must be worn at an appropriate length, just above the knee. No rolling of skirts or shorts is permitted.
Hair
Hair is to be kept neat and tidy. Extreme hairstyling, including mullets and rat-tails and other hair art are not permitted, and natural hair colour must be maintained.
Girls Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/dress may also be worn. If hair is collar length or longer, it must be tied back and off the face at all times.
Boys Hair length is to be kept off the face and behind the ears. If hair is collar length or longer, it must be tied back and off the face at all times. Clipper cuts are not to be shorter than a number one blade. Boys are to remain clean shaven. Sideburns are not permitted.
Hats
Students are to wear the College hat during breaks when in the sun, outdoor lessons, sporting activities and when participating in activities held in the sun.
College Blazer
Years 10 -12 students must wear their College blazer with the formal uniform during Terms 2 and 3, including travel to and from the College. The College tie must be worn with the blazer. Students may wear the College jumper under the blazer. For formal occasions and special events, the blazer is to be worn with College trousers / skirts (i.e. Celebration Nights, Special Ceremonies etc.), when required.
Senior blazers may only carry College-issued or Collegeapproved badges.
Year 12 Jersey
The Year 12 Jersey may be worn with the sports uniform for practical lessons, during activity days, sporting carnivals or at the discretion of the Head / Deputy Head of SLC.
College Bag
Students are to use a College school bag, available in different sizes. For further details refer to “Accessories”.
Sport – HPE, Inter-school Sport and Sport’s Development
All students who undertake HPE lessons may wear their sports uniform on the day of the allocated practical lesson.
Students involved in inter-school sport (ISS) competition may wear their sports uniform to school on designated ISS days.
Students involved in sports development wear their House shirt and bucket hat as part of their sports uniform.
Jewellery
Watches and medical identification bracelets may be worn. Boys are not permitted to wear earrings, except clear studs in existing piercings. Girls may wear a maximum of two pairs of small studs or sleepers (thin hoops without pendants). Studs or sleepers must meet safety guidelines and be worn in the lower ear lobe. Studs are to be silver, gold, pearl or clear diamond, and no larger than 4mm. Sleepers are to be no larger than 12mm. No other jewellery is to be worn.
Makeup
Years 9 to 12, natural foundation and clear lip gloss are allowed, other makeup is not permitted. Fingernails must be kept clean, short, neat, and tidy, with only clear nail polish allowed. Fake lashes, fake nails, gel paints, and French tips are not permitted.
Excursions
A College hat is to be worn on all excursions, unless parents / carers are notified by a staff member.
Refer to the accessories section of this handbook for requirements.
Students representing the College in inter-school swimming events have the option to wear the College swimmers, available from the Uniform Shop.
At other events, it is required that:
• Boys wear speedos or shorts and a rash shirt, as necessary
• Girls wear a one-piece full brief swimsuit and/or shorts and rash shirt as necessary
Bicycles/Scooters
A regulation helmet must be worn when riding a bicycle or scooter either to and from the College or during designated College bicycle activities.
Uniform Guidelines Outside of College Hours
When students are on College grounds after school, the expectation for uniform and personal presentation remains as outlined in this policy for normal College hours. When students are in their College uniform, but off campus (except in their own home), they are seen as ambassadors for the College and it is an expectation for them to take pride in their appearance and actions to positively reflect College values.
FREE DRESS GUIDELINES
Swimwear
The following expectations regarding students’ attire are to be observed:
• Students may wear conservative attire (t-shirts that have negative slogans or images will not be permitted)
• Students may not wear colour in their hair
• Shorts must be an acceptable length
• No bare midriffs, low necklines, singlets or strappy tops
• Enclosed footwear should be worn at all times
IDENTIFICATION LABELS
All school clothing, shoes, equipment (calculators), personal items (wallets, watches, etc.) and sporting equipment must be clearly marked with the owner’s name.
ALINTA APPAREL UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop is located just past the Cow Shed.
The trading hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am – 9:15am.
Trading hours during the school holidays will be advertised on the Hillcrest Uniform Facebook page
Parents and carers and students can make individual appointments if you require assistance purchasing the uniform. Please visit www.alintaapparel.com.au to purchase Hillcrest uniforms online, or to make an appointment for uniform fittings.
Alternatively, you can shop in store as a self-serve option. Samples are available to try on, with the exception of
swimwear for hygiene reasons.
The Uniform Shop accepts MasterCard, Visa and EFTPOS.
For further information, please contact the Uniform Shop on Phone: 07 5522 0629
Email: hillcrestcc@alinta.com.au
Second-hand uniforms are also available for purchase at the Uniform Shop. Families also advertise uniforms for sale on the Hillcrest Buy Sell Swap Facebook page
ELC PRE-KINDY GIRLS
Red Pre-Kindy polo shirt
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Girls sport shorts and/or optional skort
WINTER OPTIONS
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking, no Mary-Janes)
College white ankle socks
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants Navy tights
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
ELC PRE-KINDY BOYS
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Red Pre-Kindy polo shirt
Boys sport shorts
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking)
College navy ankle socks
WINTER OPTIONS
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
ELC KINDY GIRLS
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Girls sport shorts and/or optional skort
WINTER OPTIONS
Dark blue Kindy polo shirt
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking, no Mary-Janes)
College white ankle socks
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants Navy tights
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
ELC KINDY BOYS
Dark blue Kindy polo shirt
Boys sport shorts
College navy ankle socks
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking)
WINTER OPTIONS
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
JLC PREP GIRLS
Light blue Prep polo shirt
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Girls sport shorts and/or optional skort
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking, no Mary-Janes)
College white ankle socks
WINTER OPTIONS
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants Navy tights
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
JLC PREP BOYS
Light blue Prep polo shirt
Boys sport shorts
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking)
College navy ankle socks
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
WINTER OPTIONS
Fleece jacket
Tracksuit pants
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
JLC YEARS 1-4 GIRLS FORMAL
YEARS 1-2
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
College white ankle socks
Black leather Velcro runners (non-marking, no Mary-Janes)
YEARS 3-4
College white ankle socks
Black leather-look runners to allow play in the MPH. No canvas, mesh, Mary-Janes, ballet flats or buckles
WINTER OPTIONS
Hillcrest dress
Navy tights
Fleece jacket
Hillcrest dress
Black leather look lace-up runners (example only)
JLC YEARS 1-4
BOYS FORMAL
YEARS 1-2
YEARS 3-4
White shirt
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Black leather Velcro runners, non-marking (no slip-on, canvas, casual or skate shoes)
College navy ankle socks
WINTER OPTIONS
Navy shorts
Fleece jacket
Navy long socks (Terms 2-3 Years 3-4)
Trousers (Terms 2-3)
White shirt
College navy ankle socks
Navy shorts
Black leather look lace-up runners (example only)
Black leather-look runners to allow play in the MPH. No canvas, mesh, casual or skate shoes
JLC YEARS 1-4 GIRLS SPORTS
YEARS 1-2
YEARS 3-4
Navy sport shirt
College white ankle socks
Girls sport shorts and/ or optional skort
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Sports jacket
Sports pants
WINTER OPTIONS
Navy sport shirt
College white ankle socks
Girls sport shorts and/ or optional skort
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
JLC YEARS 1-4 BOYS SPORTS
YEARS 1-2
YEARS 3-4
Navy sport shirt
College white ankle socks
Boys sport shorts
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
College white ankle socks
Navy sport shirt
Boys sport shorts
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Sports jacket
Sports pants
WINTER OPTIONS
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
JLC YEARS 1-4 HOUSE
The House uniform is the same as the sports uniform with the only difference being the House shirt. When students enrol, they will be assigned a House of either Carmichael, Flynn, Greene, or Taylor. Please ensure you have this information when purchasing your House shirt and bucket hat.
For Inter-house carnivals / House events, students in Years 1 – Year 12 are required to wear their House shirt and bucket hat. House shirts must only be worn for House-based activities.
Carmichael
Flynn
Greene
Taylor
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Sports jacket
Sports pants
WINTER OPTIONS
MLC YEARS 5-8 GIRLS FORMAL
(Worn to the knee, optional skort available)
WINTER OPTIONS
(Optional for Terms 2-3)
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Black leather-look runners to allow play in the MPH or black polishable leather lace-ups (to be removed during play in the MPH). No canvas, mesh, Mary-Janes, ballet flats or buckles.
(Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/dress may also be worn). Black leather look lace-up runners (example only)
White shirt
Hillcrest skirt
College white ankle socks
Blue tie
Jumper
Hillcrest Christian College
Tights
MLC YEARS 5-8 BOYS FORMAL
Black leather-look lace-up runners to allow play in the MPH or black polishable leather lace-ups. No canvas, mesh, casual or skate shoes.
White shirt (Tucked in)
Navy shorts
College short or long navy socks
Blue tie (Terms 2-3)
Black belt
Jumper
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Trousers (Black socks when wearing trousers)
Black leather look lace-up runners (example only)
SLC YEAR 9 RISE
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Navy sport shirt or RISE shirt provided by College (Optional sports cap)
accessories
sport shorts
College white ankle socks
Athletic running shoes (non marking) (worn with the sports uniform only) Flat-soled shoes are not permitted. NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
(Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/ dress may also be worn).
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
(Optional sports cap)
Navy sport shirt or RISE shirt provided by College
sport shorts
College white ankle socks
Athletic running shoes (non marking) (worn with the sports uniform only) Flat-soled shoes are not permitted.
WINTER OPTIONS
Boys
Girls
Sports jacket
Sports pants
SLC YEARS 10-12 GIRLS FORMAL
(Worn to the knee, optional skort available)
Black polishable leather lace-ups
WINTER OPTIONS
(Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/dress may also be worn).
Trousers
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
(Compulsory Terms 2-3 Year 9 students who are part of the Rise Program only need to have a blazer from Term 4).
Can also be worn under the blazer if necessary
Navy tights
(Compulsory for formal events and photo day, optional for Terms 2-3)
White shirt
Hillcrest skirt
Red tie
Jumper
College white ankle socks Hair accessories
Hillcrest Christian College Hair Accessories
Blazer
SLC YEARS 10-12 BOYS FORMAL
2-3)
College long navy socks (Optional navy ankle socks for Terms 1 and 4)
WINTER OPTIONS
navy ankle
(Optional for Terms 1 and 4)
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
(Compulsory Terms 2-3 Year 9 students who are part of the Rise Program only need to have a blazer from Term 4.)
Trousers
(Terms 2-3 and formal occasions. Black socks when wearing trousers. Optional Terms 1 and 4.)
if necessary
Can also be worn under the
Navy shorts
Black polishable leather lace-ups
Red tie (Terms
Black belt
Jumper
White shirt (Tucked in)
blazer
College
socks
Blazer
YEARS 5-12 SPORTS
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
Navy sport shirt (Optional sports cap)
Hair accessories
College white ankle socks
Athletic running shoes (non marking). Flat-soled shoes are not permitted. (To be worn with the sports uniform only)
(Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/dress may also be worn).
Reversible Housecoloured bucket hat
sport shorts (Optional sports cap)
NEW SHORTS (From 2026)
College white ankle socks
Athletic running shoes (non marking). Flat-soled shoes are not permitted. (To be worn with the sports uniform only)
WINTER OPTIONS
(To be worn with the sports uniform only)
Navy sport shirt
Boys sport shorts
Girls
Sports jacket
Sports pants
YEARS 5-12 HOUSE
The House uniform is the same as the sports uniform with the only difference being the House shirt. When students enrol, they will be assigned a House of either Carmichael, Flynn, Greene, or Taylor. Please ensure you have this information when purchasing your House shirt and bucket hat.
For Interhouse carnivals / House events, students in Years 1 – Year 12 are required to wear their House shirt and bucket hat. House shirts must only be worn for House-based activities.
Reversible House-coloured bucket hat
Carmichael
Flynn
Greene Taylor
(To be worn with the sports uniform only)
Sports jacket
Sports pants
WINTER OPTIONS
COLLEGE SWIMWEAR
Girls navy one-piece full brief swimmers (Uniform Shop item)
Navy rashie (Uniform Shop item)
Swimming cap - Prep-Year4 (Available in House colours) (Uniform Shop item)
Girls shorts with rashie
Girls navy one-piece swimmers
Boys navy racers (Uniform Shop item)
Navy rashie (Uniform Shop item)
Swimming shorts
Boys boardshorts
Swimming cap - Prep-Year4 (Available in House colours) (Uniform Shop item)
UNIFORM ACCESSORIES
Small Backpack
Library Bag (Kindy - Year 2)
Medium Backpack
Large Backpack
Hillcrest Cap
Hillcrest Christian College Hair Accessories
Year 1-4 - Formal Uniform Only Maroon
Pre-Kindy
Hillcrest Christian College Hair Accessories
Red, white, navy and maroon hair accessories are permitted. These are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. Plain metal clips and hair elastics, matching hair colour (i.e. black, brown, blonde) may also be worn. Scrunchies made from the same material as the formal skirt/dress may also be worn.
