SCHOOL UNIFORM
Neil Fraser - February 3, 2025
The Ngatea Primary School Uniform was introduced by the Board in 2002 after community consultation.
Our uniform policy is a school bylaw. The board therefore consults with the school community when making or amending uniform rules (Education and Training Act 2020, s.126).
Ordering Process
All uniforms will be ordered online through NZ Uniforms.
1. THE SCHOOL UNIFORM is listed below and can be purchased at the Uniform Shop (Kids First)
NPS navy/red school polo shirt with logo
NPS navy blue taslan shorts with logo
NPS navy blue cargo shorts with logo
NPS navy blue skorts with logo
NPS navy blue/red stripes track pants with logo
NPS red polar fleece tops with logo
NPS PE, Sport & House t-shirts with logo
The following are not sold by Kids First:
Own choice of hat (Terms 1 & 4 compulsory)
Own choice of shoes/socks
2. GENERAL
Parents / Caregivers are requested to have all clothing clearly named.
The correct uniform should be worn at all times, unless otherwise stated by the school, e.g. mufti day. If not, a written reason should be supplied to the class teacher.
Kids First is responsible for the trading of school uniforms as set out in the BOT Kids First Policy.
2nd hand uniforms are available via the Uniform Shop. Parents can donate or purchase 2nd hand uniforms.
3. YEAR 5-8 PE LESSONS
All Years 5-8 students will be required to bring a change of clothes for PE classes next year. Wearing school shirts during physically demanding activities and in class is not very hygienic, particularly as students progress through puberty. This practice helps prevent the buildup of unpleasant odours in the classroom after vigorous PE sessions.
Students wearing the official school sports shirt may go home in these outfits without needing to change back into their school uniforms after a PE lesson. Only plain black or blue shorts (with a small branded logo) are to be worn.
4. SPORTING EVENTS
The correct uniform to be worn for all sports days and EOTC activities unless alternative clothing is suggested by the school. Only plain black or blue shorts (with a small branded logo) are to be worn.
5. SUNHATS
Sunhats/caps are compulsory in terms 1 and 4 (summer terms) - "No hat, no play".
6. HAIR
Hair is expected to be neat and tidy.
For health and safety reasons students with long hair (shoulder length, touching shoulders) are required to have it tied back, e.g. reducing the spreading of headlice, reducing the possibility of entanglement in equipment and enabling more visibility for learning.
Long fringes should be tied back, and not be covering an eye while students are busy with learning activities.
7. JEWELLERY
The only jewellery items permitted: studs or sleeper earrings, a watch, religious significance or cultural pendants/jewellery.
A parent/caregiver must notify the school in writing should a child wear cultural/religious jewellery.
No bracelets, necklaces or rings as these can easily be broken, lost or get caught and cause injury during some lessons and play.
8. NAILS
Fingernails can be painted with tidy nail polish.
Fake nails do not need to be worn during school time as it poses health risks when playing sport or games.
9. MAKE UP
Wearing makeup is unnecessary at primary school and students are asked to not wear it, unless a skincare product is required for medical purposes. In such instances, parents/caregivers are to inform the school in writing.
Students will be asked to remove any makeup worn to school and will be provided with makeup wipes for this purpose.
10. SKINS/UNDERWEAR
Skins worn under shorts are recognised as "underwear" and should not be word at school.
Related topics
Education and Training Act 2020
Human Rights Act 1993
New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
Resources
Human Rights Commission | Te Kāhui Tika Tangata: School uniform guidelines
