APPEARANCE & UNIFORM GUIDELINES

We believe it is important that our students are always dressed correctly and only wear items on the uniform list. We know this will give our students a sense of belonging and create an identity for the College in the community. Full school uniform is to be worn between College and home, both ways.

Hairstyles

Hair must be neatly presented, off the face, a natural colour, tidy and tied back (green / navy / black hairbands) when longer than the collar. Extreme hairstyles are not permitted – all haircuts and colour are at the Principal’s discretion.

Jewellery

A wrist watch, and one plain stud or sleeper in each ear are permitted. No other piercings allowed.

Cultural / Religious Taonga

Taonga that carries cultural and / or religious significance are permitted and can be worn proudly.

Makeup

Natural makeup for basic skin coverage is permitted only. No other makeup is allowed, including nail polish.

Facial hair

Facial hair is not permitted.

Tattoos

Tattoos (except those that have cultural and / or religious significance) that would be visible when the summer or winter uniform is worn, are not permitted.

Other

• Coloured T-shirts or skivvies are not permitted under shirts. Any clothing worn under the uniform must not be visible.
• Boys’ shorts and trousers must be worn tidily at all times.
• Boys’ socks must be worn up at all times.
• Girls skirts must be worn at a modest length
• School bags and Art/Graphics folders must be clear of graffiti and offensive messages.

INCORRECT UNIFORM

A student with a uniform problem must bring a signed note from a parent / caregiver and obtain a uniform pass from the Tutor Teacher. This must be done before the school day begins. Otherwise, an after school service may be issued.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Recommendations made with respect to the modification of the Uniform Policy itself, including, but not limited to the inclusion of a skort, shorts and trouser options for girls. These recommendations require further review due to the implications to our uniform suppliers.

GIRLS SUMMER UNIFORM

YEARS 7-11

• Short sleeved white shaped, piped blouse
• Multi seasonal tartan wool-blend green/navy box pleated skirt
• McKinlay black leather sandals (compulsory)
• Navy bucket-style College hat or Aquinas Navy Cap
• Green and navy jacket styled cardigan
• Optional Soft Shell Jacket
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line

YEARS 12-13

• Short sleeved navy with green pin-stripe necked shaped blouse
• Multi seasonal navy skirt, featuring front pleating detail
• McKinlay black leather sandals (compulsory)
• Green and navy jacket styled cardigan
• Optional Soft Shell Jacket
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line

GIRLS WINTER UNIFORM

YEARS 7-11

• White long sleeved buttoned blouse
• Monogrammed College tie
• Multi-seasonal tartan wool-blend navy/green pleated skirt (same as summer)
• Green and navy jacket styled cardigan
• Black opaque tights
• Black leather lace up shoes
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line
• Optional softshell jacket

YEARS 12-13

• White long sleeved buttoned blouse
• Monogrammed College tie
• Multi-seasonal, navy skirt, featuring front pleating detail
• Green and navy jacket styled cardigan (to be worn underneath blazer only)
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line (to be worn underneath blazer only)
• Green blazer
• Black opaque tights
• Black leather lace up shoes

BOYS SUMMER UNIFORM

YEARS 7-11

• Multi-seasonal wool-blend tailored navy shorts
• Short sleeved, open necked navy shirt with monogrammed pocket
• McKinlay black leather sandals (compulsory)
• Navy bucket-style College hat or Aquinas Navy Cap
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line
• Optional Soft Shell Jacket

YEARS 12-13

• Multi-seasonal tailored navy shorts
• Short sleeved, open necked navy with green pin-stripe shirt
• McKinlay black leather sandals (compulsory)
• Optional forest green navy-striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neck line
• Optional Soft Shell Jacket

BOYS WINTER UNIFORM

YEARS 7-11

• Navy, long sleeved, collared, buttoned shirt
• Monogrammed College tie
• Multi-seasonal wool-blend tailored navy shorts
• Navy, knee length socks
• Black leather lace-up shoes
• Green, wool jersey featuring monogram and striped – neckline
• Optional softshell jacket

YEARS 12-13

• White, long sleeved shirt
• Monogrammed College tie
• Green blazer, featuring monogram and ribbon trim
• Navy, multi-seasonal, tailored long trousers
• Navy socks
• Black leather lace-up or slip on shoes
• Green striped wool jersey featuring monogram and striped v-neckline (to be worn under blazer only)

SECOND HAND UNIFORMS

The second hand uniform shop is open every Tuesday during term time from 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm and is located next to the main office in the admin block.  If you require uniform items outside these hours, please contact school office staff to arrange a suitable time to come in and make a purchase.

Second hand uniforms can be left at the school office in a secure bag.  Please use hangers for blazers only. Items must have a completed Second Hand Uniform Form  -click here –  Second Hand Uniform Form

Form may also be picked up from the Aquinas College main office.

Please ensure second-hand uniforms are in good condition, washed, and ironed. A 15% fee will be deducted for handling costs – this money goes back into the school.

Please note that the Second Hand Uniform Shop will not accept the following:

• Garments that are unwashed.
• Garments that are stained (including paint stains).
• Garments that are torn.
• Worn-out garments with missing pockets.
• Faded navy junior school shirts, jerseys or cardigans.
• Garments with broken zips.

If items are handed in with any of the above defects they will not be sold, or returned.

When the items are sold the sale proceeds, less the 15%, will be credited to your school account (unless you specify otherwise) and a receipt posted out to you.