Minden State School is a strict full uniform school. These guidelines have been developed in accordance with the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006:- Dress Code. We have the support of our Parents and Citizens’ Association to promote wearing of the uniform. Our student dress code consists of an agreed standard and items of clothing, which includes a school uniform that Minden State School students wear when:

·  attending or representing their school;

·  travelling to and from school; and

·  engaging in school activities out of school hours.

The Minden State School Parents and Citizens’ Association supports a student dress code policy because it believes that a student dress code provides clothing that aims to contribute to a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment through:

·  identification of students and non-students at school;

·  fostering a sense of belonging; and

·  developing mutual respect among students by minimising visible evidence of economic or social differences

·  promotes an effective teaching and learning environment by eliminating the distraction of competition in dress and fashion at the school

The Minden State School Student Dress Code reflects what is expected from Primary school aged students in the community. It is consistent with occupational health and safety and anti-discrimination legislation.

We will actively encourage our students to take pride in themselves and their school. One way in which this may be achieved is through adherence to the school’s dress standards. As the parent/carer and provider of your child, we seek your support in this matter.

Inappropriate dress refers to clothing/apparel or personal accessories worn by students that is deemed to be

·  Offensive;

·  Likely to disrupt, or negatively influence other student’s adherence to the school Dress Code;

·  Unsafe for student or others; and

·  Likely to result in a risk to health and safety of student or others.

Minden State School Uniform

Girls Uniform
Formal:
Checked dress OR
Yellow / Royal Blue polo shirt
Royal blue shorts or skort
Informal:
Royal Blue polo shirt (yard shirt) not for off-campus events
Royal Blue shorts, skort, skirt / Boys Uniform
Formal:
Yellow / Royal Blue polo shirt
Royal blue shorts
Informal:
Royal Blue polo shirt (yard shirt) not for off-campus events
Royal Blue shorts
Winter Uniform:
As above with either Royal Blue jumper, cardigan, track pants, beanies, scarves, gloves
Hat : Royal Blue wide brim OR bucket hat
Shoes: closed toe and heel - either black leather school shoes OR joggers (any colour), laces securely tied.
Hair: Shoulder length hair (or longer) is to be plaited, braided or tied back with appropriate accessories. Coloured hair or inappropriate hairstyles are not appropriate.
Hair accessories: hair tie, ribbon, clips, bobby pins, head band in royal blue, yellow or white
Jewellery: Watch, Earrings – small plain sleeper or stud, Medical alert bracelet or necklace
Items of significant religious belief or personal sentiment as negotiated with administration
Nail polish :Clear nail polish only on own nails
Helmets: Students are legally required to wear helmets when riding bikes.

School Standard / Parents are advised that / Consequences
Girls Uniform:
Checked dress or
Yellow & Royal Blue polo with Royal Blue shorts or skort
Boys Uniform:
Yellow & Royal Blue polo with Royal Blue shorts
Blue yard shirt may be worn when there are no off-campus events.
Winter Uniform:
As above with royal blue jumper, cardigan, track pants, beanies and scarves.
/ Minden is a full uniform school where students are encouraged to wear the uniform. Clothing that is “offensive or likely to disrupt or negatively influence the normal school operations” is not permitted.
Shorts / skorts are to be royal blue in colour with no brand names visible. Board shorts, cargo shorts, bike pants are discouraged.
To represent the school on excursions, interschool sport etc. all students are to wear the formal Minden State School uniform. / Students wearing inappropriate clothing or apparel will be asked to dress appropriately and may be loaned all or part of a clean, second-hand uniform from the school office.
Students not wearing school uniform will be ineligible to represent the school away from the campus.
Footwear:
Closed toe and heel e.g. black leather school shoes OR appropriate joggers (any colour) with laces securely tied. Skater shoes and slip –ons are not recommended. / Non-wearing of shoes, wearing of inappropriate shoes, or not tying laces, could be “unsafe for the student or others”. Shoes with high heel, platforms, thongs, slip ons and sandals are not suitable to support foot growth or to participate in some physical activities. / A student will be asked to replace his/her shoes and may be excluded from outdoor activities until appropriate footwear is worn.
Jewellery:
*Watch
*Earrings (small plain sleepers or studs)
*Medial Alert bracelet or necklace
*Items of significant religious belief or personal sentiment as negotiated with administration / Other jewellery may be” unsafe for the students or others”; as such items could become caught in play equipment or come into contact with another student “causing injury”. Students will be requested to remove or tape jewellery during some sports. / A student wearing other jewellery will be asked to remove the item and if necessary give it to the teacher for safe-keeping for the remainder of the day and refrain from wearing such jewellery to school.
Alternative educational arrangements may be made until the student complies with the dress code.
Nail Polish:
Clear nail polish only on own nails / Only clear nail polish is to worn as other colours are likely to” disrupt, or negatively influence other student’s adherence to the school dress code”. / A student wearing coloured nail polish will be asked to have it removed by the next day.
Hair:
Shoulder length hair (or longer) is to be plaited, braided or tied back with appropriate accessories / To reduce the transfer of head lice, long hair is to be plaited, braided or tied back with appropriate hair accessories (royal blue, yellow or white). Long hair not tied up could be “unsafe for the student and likely result in a risk to health and safety of students and others.” Dyed hair and inappropriate styles could “negatively influence other students’ adherence to the school dress code”. / Students will be encouraged to tie back shoulder length (or longer) hair.
Students with coloured hair or inappropriate hairstyles will be ineligible to represent the school away from the campus.
Alternative educational arrangements may be made until hair complies with the dress code.
Helmets:
Students riding bikes, scooters or skateboards are legally required to wear a helmet. / Helmets must be securely fastened. Non- wearing of helmets is against the law and could be “unsafe for the student and others.” / If necessary, the Police will be contacted.

We appreciate parents advising the school if there is a legitimate reason for part or all of the uniform not being worn

e.g. washing machine / dryer broken down.