Uniform Policy and Regulations
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UNIFORM POLICY AND REGULATIONS INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION FROM THE HEADMASTER The Knox Grammar School uniform brings a clear sense of identity and connection to both the School and the local community. The colours of our uniform, black and blue, builds this connectedness internally between students and externally to the wider community, and indeed students from other schools. The uniform represents our School's fine history and builds on our traditions. This policy provides detailed information about the School's uniform. Please take the time to read this document and ensure the traditions of the Knox and its uniform continue to be something we take great pride in. Scott James, Headmaster OVERVIEW A boy is admitted to Knox Grammar School on the understanding that his parents or guardians are sympathetic to the aims and policies of the School and will do whatever they can to ensure that he conforms to such regulations as the School deems necessary. Students and the School are judged by the general standard of each boy’s dress and appearance. Students are expected to know and comply with the dress and appearance regulations of the School. It is each boy’s responsibility to be correctly and neatly dressed, to be clean and tidy, clean-shaven, to have his shirt tucked-in at all times, and his tie neatly tied into the buttoned up collar. Parents are expected to be familiar with the information in relation to uniform requirements outlined below and to ensure that these requirements are fully observed. Students will be asked to change any items not in accordance with the School’s requirements. Each version of the School uniform must be worn complete and not worn with other non-uniform items of clothing. Boys are required to keep their clothes clean and ironed and their shoes polished. Shirt buttons must be done up to the top collar and ties properly in place. All clothes and shoes must be marked with the student’s name. Regulation School Uniform must be worn within the school grounds. Full school uniform (including blazers) must be worn to all formal daytime events and at all evening functions, plays, musicals etc without exception unless permission to do otherwise is given by the School in a specific instance. Jumpers may not worn as the outer garment outside the school. Boaters are not required for evening functions. Hair: Boys must have their hair cut according to the Knox requirements: Hair must not be long enough to be over the collar, ears, eyebrows, nor overly full at the back or front. An all over short haircut may be acceptable to a minimum No.3 cut. Dying of hair is not permitted under any circumstances. In all respects, the School remains the final arbiter of what is acceptable. Jewellery No jewellery, may be worn other than watches, medic-alerts and approved badges relating to Knox Grammar School. DRESS REGULATIONS OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL HOURS Weekday mornings and afternoons Students travelling to and from school on weekdays are required to wear the full school uniform including Blazer and Boater. After sports practice, students may travel to and from sport in either full Knox School uniform, full Knox tracksuit worn over correct uniform or, only during the summer sports season, the white or blue PE (collared) shirt with the PE short or designed sport uniform shorts is acceptable. Students who drive to school or those who are given lifts may travel in sports clothing provided that they go straight home. They may not appear in public places in sports uniform nor in part of their school uniform. This includes appearing on the front footpath outside the School whilst awaiting transport. Any student who is standing waiting to be picked up outside the School gates at Woodville Avenue or Borambil Street must be fully dressed in School uniform or in full tracksuit, or as above. Senior students must attend all examinations in full school uniform. Boarders may change into casual clothes provided they remain within the confines of their house or school grounds. WHAT TO WEAR TO AND FROM TRAINING AND SATURDAY SPORT Please refer to the Student Handbook. PREP SCHOOL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED ALL YEAR ROUND Jacket: Knox Grammar School Blazer with embroidered crest on Top left pocket in Grey Wool blend twill Tie: Knox Blue and Black diagonal stripes. Hat: For Kindy to Year 4 - The Melton wool Royal varsity cap must be worn and, in Year 5 and 6, the school boater with Knox boater band. Both hats must be worn to and from school. Boaters are to be worn parallel to the ground and must be kept in a good state of repair. If the boater is bent, buckled, torn or out of shape, it must be repaired or replaced. A boater would be considered ‘irreparable’ if the rim is severely bent, and/or the crown in buckled or torn. Jumper: Knox grey V neck jumper or Vest with blue trim. School Bag: Back pack with School Crest. For sport, black sports hold all with Knox school crest. No other bags are permitted and must not be used. Shoes: K-2 Plain black Velcro or lace up shoes. Year 3-6-Black leather standard lace-up shoes with no ornament; slip- on shoes are not permitted. Shoes must be polished. Sun Hat: The royal blue Knox sun hat must be worn in the school grounds at all recess and lunch times and for Saturday sport. A blue Sports cap is permitted for Tennis only. No other caps are to be worn under any circumstances. Raincoat: Any type, preferably safety yellow. PE Uniform: House coloured polo t-shirt and black Knox crested PE shorts with Knox PE socks. In addition a K-2 Jersey can be worn or a Knox tracksuit or House Rugby Jersey. Sports shoes must be lace up with non-marking soles. Students will be required to wear their sports uniform on a nominated day every week. Boys in Years 3-6 will need appropriate sports uniform depending on their individual sport. A hooded poncho towel, swimmers and house swimcap are also required for swimming. SUMMER UNIFORM (FOR TERMS 1 AND 4) Summer Uniform must be adhered to on the first day of Term 1 and 4. Shirt: Khaki with short sleeves Shorts: Khaki shorts (elasticated waist option for Year K-3 only*) Socks: Khaki knee high with turn-over, must be worn up at all times, using garters if necessary. WINTER UNIFORM (FOR TERMS 2 AND 3) Winter Uniform must be adhered to on the first day of Term 2 and 3. Shirt: Blue with long sleeves Trousers: Grey shorts (elasticated waist option for K-3 only*) Socks: Black knee high with blue diamond trim on turnover. Must be worn up at all times, using garters if necessary. All items of clothing and shoes must be clearly labelled with name tapes or laundry marker * If an elasticated waist is required for special circumstances (such as medical needs or a special fit), please contact the School or Uniform Shop Manager SENIOR SCHOOL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED ALL YEAR 'ROUND Blazer: Knox Grammar School Blazer with embroidered crest on Top left pocket in Wool Blend Twill Tie: Knox Blue and Black diagonal stripes. Year 12 students will wear either a royal senior tie or black Prefect tie. Boater: School boater with Knox boater band. Boaters are to be worn parallel to the ground and must be kept in a good state of repair. If any boater in bent, buckled, torn or out of shape, it must be repaired or replaced. A boater would be considered ‘irreparable’ if the rim is severely bent, and/or the crown in buckled or torn. Jumper: Knox grey V neck jumper with blue trim. School Bag: Back pack with School Crest or Carry bag with School Crest. For sport, black sports holdall with Knox school crest. No other bags are permitted and must not be used. Shoes: Black leather standard lace-up shoes with no ornament; slip-on shoes are not permitted. Shoes must be polished. PE Uniform: Royal collared PE t-shirt and black Knox crested PE shorts with Knox PE socks. In addition appropriate sports uniform will be required depending on chosen sport. The school Tracksuit is also compulsory. Sports Shoes: Must be lace up with non-marking soles. Sports Cap: The Black Knox sports cap may be worn in the school grounds and for Saturday sport. No other caps are to be worn under any circumstances. SUMMER UNIFORM (FOR TERMS 1 AND 4) Summer Uniform must be adhered to on the first day of Term 4. Shirt: Khaki with short sleeves Shorts: Khaki shorts (elasticated waist is not permitted)* Socks: Khaki knee high with turn-over, must be worn up at all times, using garters if necessary. WINTER UNIFORM (FOR TERMS 2 AND 3) Winter Uniform must be adhered to on the first day of Term 2. Shirt: White with long sleeves Trousers: Double pleat with turn ups. Mid-grey, code 131/4, 65% wool/35% polyester, not less than 4cm around the cuff. Socks: Plain black or grey. Belt: Black leather with plain buckle. Brown belts and ‘insignia’ belts are not permitted. Students in Years 11 and 12 are permitted to wear the winter uniform all year. All items of clothing and shoes must be clearly labelled with name tapes or laundry marker * If a Senior student requires an elasticated waist due to special circumstances, please discuss with the School or the Uniform Shop Manager KNOX UNIFORM SHOP The Uniform Shop for both the Prep and Senior School is located at: Address: 10 Borambil Street, Warrawee, 2074 Phone: (02) 9487 0191 Email: [email protected] OPENING HOURS Term 1 and 4: Monday - Friday, 12.30pm-5.30pm Saturday mornings 9am-12noon Term 2 and 3: Monday - Friday, 12.30pm-5pm We also open during some school holidays.