No hat, no play! Let's keep melanoma away!

During Term 1 and Term 4 we expect all our people to wear sunhats when they are outside at work and at play.  If children do not have a sunhat at school, they will need to stay in the shade when outside. 

Caps are not regarded as sunhats. Please support your children by providing a sunhat that stays at school. Please read our Sun Protection Procedure at the bottom of this article.

Choosing good hats

• Make sure the hat is made of a tightly woven fabric which doesn't let the sun's rays through.
  

• Choose a hat which shades your face, nose, neck and ears. A brimmed hat or cap with flaps offers the best protection.
  

• Look for a deep crown broad-brim hat, with a minimum brim of 6cm.
  

• Make sure it feels comfortable – cool, but firm around the headband.
  

• A darker colour will keep out the sun's rays better.
  

• You'll need a hat that stays on in the wind.