Uniform

UNIFORM REGULATIONS

There is ONE uniform code and any combination of this may be worn at anytime throughout the year. There is no Summer/Winter variation. The expectation is that students wear the correct uniform, to and from, and at school.

Our school uniform impacts on the look and public perception of our school. We want Pāpāmoa College Students and our school to be reflected in a positive light in all areas of the school and our wider community!

All students at all levels are required to wear the correct uniform at all times, including to and from school.

The following information applies to all students. The range of uniform items can only be purchased from the School Uniform Shop, Unit 2, 60 Parton Road, Pāpāmoa or online, and can be worn anytime throughout the year. Footwear needs to be purchased at retail establishments. 

UNIFORM SHOP HOURS 

School Uniform and Grooming Standards for 2023
From the start of 2023 we will require ALL students to comply with uniform and grooming standards.  

New Requirements in 2023

  • A plain white short-sleeve T-shirt or short-sleeved black or white thermal can be worn BUT MUST NOT be visible from under uniform.
  • Shoes must be plain black lace up with NO visible branding or writing.
  • Sandals must be plain black sandals. Must have a heel strap and a strap over the top of the ankle. Sandals are not a jandal or a slip on. The sandals should not contain significant branding or writing.
  • Hats: No beanies and only school-branded hats.
  • No facial/tongue/body piercings including transparent studs, with the exception for earrings which can ONLY be sleepers and/or studs in both ears*.
  • Natural-looking makeup is permitted.
  • No nail polish.
  • NO Facial Hair*.
  • Natural hair colour ONLY.

*Cultural exemptions will apply

Compulsory uniform items
Uniform    
Shirt    
Jersey/Cardigan/Jacket    
Shorts/Skirt/Pants    
Socks    
PE Shirt    
PE Shorts    
Footwear:  Sandals and/or Shoes Rules for wearing the uniform

Sandals
Plain black sandals. Must have a heel strap and strap over the top of the ankle. Sandals are not a jandal or a slip on.  The sandals should not contain significant branding or writing.

Sandals must be worn as they were designed. The heel strap must be worn around the heel.

Socks are not to be worn with sandals

Shoes
Shoes must be plain black lace up with NO visible branding or writing.

Shoes must be worn as they were designed.

While it is important that footwear is comfortable and supports the feet, it is intended that footwear is a school shoe and not an item of fashion.  If in doubt, please ask before you purchase footwear.
Optional school uniform items available for purchase
  Rules for wearing the uniform
Hat Cap -school branded only

The cap must be worn with the peak facing the front.
Hats must be removed when indoors as a courtesy to others.
Hat Wide Brim - school branded only Hats must be removed when indoors as a courtesy to others.
 
School Jacket If a student wishes to wear a jacket in class or at school it must be the uniform jacket.
Senior School Orange Tie Click here to view the guide sheet.
Additional uniform information
   
Jewellery Jewellery is acceptable provided it is not offensive and does not provide a safety hazard. All necklaces should be able to fit under their school shirt.  
Cosmetics NO nail polish. Natural looking makeup is permitted provided it does not provide a safety concern or impede learning.
Facial Piercings No facial/tongue/body piercings including transparent studs, with the exception for earings which can ONLY be sleepers and/or studs in both ears.*
Hairstyles Hairstyles are to be neat and tidy. NO Facial hair * Natural hair colour ONLY. Hairstyles should not pose a safety risk to any other student or staff member. Long hair is expected to be tied back for specific activities.
Stockings Black or navy blue plain stockings (ripped or fishnet stockings are not acceptable)
T-Shirt undergarment A plain white short-sleeve T-shirt or short-sleeved black or white thermal is permitted for extra warmth can be worn BUT MUST NOT be visible from under uniform. (No other coloured t-shirts permitted)
   *Cultural Exemptions will apply
No mufti gear is to be worn to school as it is not part of the approved uniform for Pāpāmoa College.

 

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