Drugs: Illegal substances of any kind will not be tolerated. The use of alcohol, tobacco and solvents will be severely dealt with.
Parents Every parent of a child at St. Mary’s will be treated with respect and courtesy and we ask that they treat staff with mutual respect and courtesy. St. Mary’s seek the support of parents in meeting behaviour targets, formulating, monitoring and reviewing the Code of Conduct. St. Mary’s welcomes parental support in the use of school rewards and sanctions. We would encourage parents to talk to their children about awards received. Parental Responsibilities: Dress: Parents are requested to do everything possible to ensure that children attend in the accepted school dress described in the prospectus, i.e. Girls: - Navy blue pinafore dresses or skirts, blue polo shirt. Navy blue jumper or cardigan. During the cold winter months the girls are allowed to wear trousers as long as they conform to the boys’ uniform described below. During the summer months the girls have the option of wearing a blue and white gingham dress. Boys: Black or charcoal grey long or short trousers. Blue polo shirt. Navy blue sweater. Polo shirts, cardigans and sweatshirts bearing the school crest are available. Please call into the School Office for details. Please ensure children wear black shoes rather than training shoes. If they play football at break or dinner they will be allowed to change into suitable footwear. Jewellery: Small studs only are permitted but these must be removed by the child before games or P.E. We would prefer that no jewellery be worn. If, for some reason your child must wear studs, the school requires that you, the parent or guardian accepts full responsibility for any accident involving such jewellery. P.E. Kit. Boys: White T-shirt and blue shorts. Girls: White T- shirt and blue shorts, blue skirt or leotard. 4