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SCHOOL UNIFORM

Neil Fraser —

Ngatea Primary School has a uniform which should be worn correctly at all times

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). When reviewing our uniform policy we consider student wellbeing (including sun protection), our inclusive education policy, and the New Zealand Human Rights Commission uniform guidelines.

Our uniform rules are made clear to students and their parents/caregivers at enrolment and on our website. Students are required to maintain school behaviour expectations while in uniform (e.g. at school, at events representing the school, and travelling to and from school). Dress guidelines are issued before any non-uniform days. If students do not meet the uniform expectations, we will work with and support them to be able to meet the requirement.

If parents/caregivers are unable to purchase necessary uniform items due to financial hardship, our school works with them to find a solution.

The school office can be contacted for further information.

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. SPORTING EVENTS

  • The correct uniform to be worn for all sports days and EOTC activities unless alternative clothing is suggested by the school.

4. SUNHATS

  • Sunhats/caps are compulsory in terms 1 and 4 (summer terms) - "No hat, no play".

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. SKINS/UNDERWEAR

Skins worn under shorts are recognised as "underwear" and should not be word at school.

Related topics

Legislation

  • 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