Figure 1.--This is the boys' uniform.
Uniforms while very common at New Zealand schools are quite varied. Schools also vary as to how strictly they are enforced. Sample regulations at representative
schhols are presented here. Many schools still have very detailed, specific regulations. Others have only general guidelines. The uniform regulations vary widely
depending on the type of school and age levels as well as the gender of the student. Most also have different summer and winter uniforms. New Zealand intermediate schools are all coeducational and all that we know of require uniforms. Most students come from primary schools which did not have uniforms so they are wearing school uniforms for the first time. The uniforms are usually quite simple.
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Figure 1.--This is the boys' uniform. |
One intermediate school has a uniform which provides a range of options from which parents and students may choose combinations of garments. The uniform does not change between summer and winter except for the white hat which is worn in the sunnier months. Students are able to use the same garments to dress in a manner that provides the greatest personal comfort.
Trousers: Regulation long grey trousers or grey shorts
Shirt: Regulation polo shirt, grey and burgundy with stripes
Jersey: Regulation grey and burgundy with stripes and monogram (also
available as a vest)
Hat: Plain white with wide brim
Shoes: Regulation black sandals or regulation black lace ups
Jacket: School regulation with monogram forms part of tracksuit (may
not be worn in class)
Socks: Regulation grey with stripes
Figure 2.--This is the girls' uniform. |
Skirt: Grey skirt, city shorts or long trousers
Shirt: Regulation polo shirt, grey and burgundy with stripes or white blouse with monogram
Jersey: Regulation grey and burgundy with stripes and monogram (also available as a vest)
Hat: Plain white with wide brim
Shoes: Regulation black sandals or regulation black lace ups
Jacket: School regulation with monogram - forms part of tracksuit (may not be worn in class)
Socks: White mid-calf
Shorts: Burgandy
T-Shirt: White with school name lettering
Footwear: Optional
Swimsuit: Two piece costumes may be inappropriate
Note: Alternative old clothes are required if recess activities involve playing on the field causing clothing to become dirty. Physical education is taken regularly and students must have physical education clothing available daily. Physical education clothing must not be worn as underwear.
Footwear must be worn in the workshops. The complete tracksuit is an optional extra.
Students are permitted to wear a watch and may have one plain stud in each ear. No other Jewellery is acceptable. Make-up, nail polish and hair colouring is not allowed. Long hair must be tied back with a black, white or burgundy hair tie. Students must wear shorts when using playground equipment.
All items are only available from or through the school. Parents are strongly encouraged to refer to the school before purchasing footwear. Many types of sandals and lace up shoes are not acceptable. Advice can be provided concerning acceptable brands and styles.
The uniform was changed at the end of 1998. All students will wear the new uniform from the beginning of 2000.
