SCHOOL UNIFORM Uniform The uniform identifies a student as a member of this school community. Hence each student is expected to uphold the values for which the school stands. All students must wear the designated uniform comprised of the following: A tunic and blouse for Grades 7-11 and a skirt and jacket for Grades 12-13 (pattern sheets are available. Please use details provided). Ready-made uniforms are available from garment manufacturers listed on the separate sheets provided. Shoes
Only BLACK SHOES are to be worn with the uniform. Black shoes should be of leather-like material, NOT of suede, patent, canvas or rubber material. They should be regular ‘low-cut’ (below the ankle). If buckles, stitches, laces are worn they should also be black. The heel should be low. The height at the back of the heel should not exceed 3cm (Approx. 11/4”) to ensure proper skeletal growth. The shoes must be CLEANED AND POLISHED. NO RUBBER OR PLASTIC shoes or SNEAKERS are allowed.
Socks
Plain or unpatterned white girls’ socks are to be worn. White heavy men’s/boys’ socks which have coloured tops, logos or lacy patterns are not acceptable. Socks should accommodate a turned cuff of approximately 5cm above the ankle. No ankle socks.
Hair
Students must be well groomed at all times with clean, neat and tidy hair-styles which are appropriate for school. Hair may not be partially shaved. Artificial hair, extensions, and colouring are not allowed. The uniform does not include a head covering of any kind unless for religious purposes.
Hair Accessories Only black hair accessories are allowed with the uniform. Beads are not permitted. Nails
Clean, short and well groomed nails are appropriate for school. Nails must be natural and unpolished. No acrylic/gel polishes are allowed.
Bags
Books should be carried in a regular school bag. Knapsacks should be worn on both shoulders to prevent bone and muscular damage. ‘Dress’ or ‘recreational’ type bags are not allowed.
Jewellery
The only form of jewellery/accessories acceptable is a wrist-watch and one pair of earrings. The wristband of the watch should be black, brown, white,dubonnet, grey, gold or silver and NOT of bright iridescent colours.
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