School Uniform Policy

The purpose of the Uniform Policy is to create a sense of community and belonging in all students.

School uniform proudly identifies our students at all times, especially on excursions, and avoids issues of competition and purchasing expensive clothing. Students are expected to adhere to the policy at all times.

Any major changes to the school uniform will involve consultation with the wider school community and the final authority for any changes to the policy rests with the Governing Council.

The Purpose of a Policy

• Wearing school uniform clothing is an important factor in ensuring the children’s safety. It is important that we can clearly recognise a student’s association with Hampstead Primary School.
• Students have the right to wear clothing which allows for freedom of movement and an appropriate level of comfort.
• The values of students and parents/caregivers of different nationalities are acknowledged.
• Consideration has been made to support families who might be financially disadvantaged.
• Our uniform offers affordable clothing for all students and is flexible, based around the school’s colours of black, white and teal.

Hampstead Primary School Dress Code

The uniform consists of the following items.

Tops

• Zip Jacket with school logo
• Short sleeved polo shirt with school logo. Skivvies or long-sleeved tops worn under polos must be black
• Soft shell winter jacket, vest with school logo or another winter jackets that align with school colours black, white and teal. 

Bottoms

• Plain black tracksuit pants or leggings with no visible labelling, graphics or other colours.
• Plain black shirts or skorts with no visible labelling, graphics or other colours. Bike shorts or sports briefs can be worn underskirts.
• Plain black shorts with no visible labelling, graphics or other colours.
• Denim clothing is not permitted.

Hats

• Black bucket hat with school logo

Shoes

• Shoes should be appropriate for involvement in physical activity. Closed in shoes are required. Slip-on shoes, thongs, high/wedge heels, slippers, Ugg boots and steel cap boots should not be worn as they present a safety risk.

Jewellery

• Discreet jewellery only
• Studs or sleeper earrings only

Cosmetics

• False nails are not permitted
• Visible make-up and nail polish are not permitted

Hair accessories

• Any hair accessories worn should be in school colours black, white and teal.

Casual Days

• On Casual Days Sun Safe policy and jewellery dress code applies.

Purchasing School Uniform

Polos, zip jackets, soft shell jackets, vests and hats can be purchased from Sports Centre located at:

745-749 Port Road, Woodville, SA, 5011

Alternatively, items can be purchased through the Sports Centre the online uniform shop.

https://shorturl.at/BCJPG uniform shop link

Plain black tracksuit pants, leggings, skirts/skorts can be also be purchased from Sports Centre or any department store.

 Collection options

• Sports Centre will deliver purchases to the school each Thursday free of charge. Item can be collected from the front office.
• A $10 postage can be paid to have the items delivered directly to the home.
• Items can be collected from the Sport Centre store located at 745749 Port Road, Woodville, SA, 5011

Required items:
• Polo shirt with school logo

• Zip jacket with school logo
• Black shorts, leggings, skirts/skort, or pants
• Wide-brimmed hat with school logo (All year round – No Hat, No Play)
• Sensible, closed shoes
Optional Items:

• Soft Shell jacket
• Vest.

Please clearly label all items with your child’s name.

Responsibility

Parents

All parents will receive a copy of this policy and it is included in the enrolment package. Parents will be expected to supply uniform for their child to wear during school hours, including a hat which must be worn at all times when students are engaged in outdoor activities. Issues of financial hardship should be discussed with the principal, another member of the leadership team or the class teacher.

Governing Council

Governing council ratifies this policy and is responsible for the supply and promotion of the School Uniform.

School

School staff will encourage and support the Dress Code. If students arrive at school wearing clothing that does not align with the HPS Uniform Policy they will be asked to change into spare uniform items which are kept in the office.

Exemptions

DFE Policy states that Principals may exempt students from the Dress Code Policy upon written request from the parents, on the following grounds.

• Religious
• Cultural or ethnic
• New student (time to purchase)
• Itinerant students
• Financial hardship
• Medical

All students are required to wear clothing consistent with the School’s Dress Code at all times. The principal will inform class teachers of the names of those children who have written exemptions.