Standards of presentation are important to us. We are proud of our school and our school's reputation. Students are expected to wear the uniform correctly and behave appropriately at all times when representing the school.

Students in Years 11, 12 and 13 form our Senior College, and wear a slightly different uniform to distinguish them from younger students. All students (Years 7 to 13) are expected to wear school uniform.

Uniform Guidelines

1. The essential of good grooming is a clean, tidy, well-pressed uniform which should be worn complete.

2. For formal occasions and on the street blazers must be worn, except in very warm weather. In Terms 2 and 3 blazers are the only acceptable street wear. Students entering Year 13 are responsible for ensuring that braid is put on their blazers.

3. Jerseys must not be worn on formal occasions, on the street, or tied around the waist.

4. Polyprops etc worn under the school blouse must not be visible.

5. Short white socks must be worn with lace-up shoes for summer and three quarter navy socks or navy pantihose in the winter. Girls not wearing socks with lace-up shoes will be issued with a new pair, which will be charged to their account.

6. Hair is to be worn in a practical style. Longer hair is to be neatly tied back with plain navy or gold ribbons or hair ties. Fringes should not obscure vision, and no hair should fall over the face. Hair styles and colouring should be appropriate for school. Hair colouring should fall within a normal range for hair colour.

7. Jewellery, lipstick and eye make-up are not worn with school uniform. (A single small gold or silver stud is permitted in each ear lobe.) Fingernails should be short and neatly cut. Clear or natural nail varnish only may be worn. Any jewellery worn will be confiscated by staff and put in the school safe. It may be reclaimed after 3 days on payment of a $1 fine.

8. The school scarf is an optional item. It is not to be worn in class or in assembly.

9. A navy one-piece bathing suit is compulsory for students representing the school in swimming and water sports.

10. Students playing in inter-school sports competitions must be dressed in correct sports uniform at all times.

11. For travel to and from sports games correct sports uniform must be worn.

12. Temporary or long term exemptions from uniform regulations require a letter from a parent or caregiver and must be carried by the student. A Uniform Pass will be issued by the Deputy Principal.

13. The final decision on all matters relating to the uniform resides with the Principal.

Note: All belongings must be clearly named. We recommend printed labels which can be sewn onto clothing. (Please ensure your daughter also has a permanent marker pen so she can label any new purchases immediately.)

Sunsafety

All students are required to ensure they are sunsafe.

• When out of shaded areas hats should be worn in Terms 1 and 4. Students may wear sunhats and sunglasses of their choice.
• The wearing of sunblock is strongly encouraged. Girls should provide their own but it is available from the PE office and the school office.

Uniform Supplies

The school uniform is available from the Rangi Ruru Uniform Shop (41 Hewitts Road, Merivale) and from J Ballantynes & Co Ltd. We suggest you start thinking ahead now about what you will require, and place your orders as soon as possible. Uniform items will be on display at the Day Girls’ New Entrant evening in Term 4 and also the new Boarders’ information afternoon and luncheon in September.

There are supplies of second-hand uniforms at the Uniform Shop. For opening hours please contact the school office, phone 03 983 3700 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it