Mount Tarampa State School Uniform Policy

The current Education Act enables schools to enforce a dress code and full school uniform isthe expectation for all of our students. The wearing of full school uniform conveys a sense ofself pride in students and in their school. It also fosters a sense of belonging and promotesthe safety of our students through easy identification. Mount Tarampa State School seeks full support from parents to ensure that their child is dressed every day in fullschool uniform.

The current Mount Tarampa State School uniform is as follows:

BOYS’ UNIFORM:

The choices for everyday wear are:

  • Maroon shorts
  • Socks – single coloured socks, preferably white
  • Shoes – black shoes or sneakers (sneakers do not have to be black in colour)
  • Jumper - maroon with emblem (available from Uniform Shop)
  • Track Pants - maroon

GIRLS’ UNIFORM:

The choices for everyday wear are:

  • Maroon skort with school polo shirt
  • OR maroon unisex shorts with school polo shirt
  • OR maroonnetball skirt with school polo shirt
  • Socks - single coloured socks, preferably white
  • Shoes – black shoes or sneakers
  • Jumper - maroon with emblem (available from Uniform Shop)
  • Track Pants - maroon

HATS:

Wide brimmed maroon hat (available from the Uniform Shop). Hats must be worn every day.

UNACCEPTABLE UNIFORM ITEMS

Please be aware that the following items are not accepted as part of the Mount Tarampa StateSchool uniform:

  • Party or beach clothes (tank tops, board shorts, halter necks,skimpy shorts, singlets etc.)
  • Make up (including nail polish) unless skin products required for medical reasons
  • Jewellery except for watches, ear rings (sleepers and studs only), items of religious orcultural significance supported by a written parent request
  • Jumpers that have slogans.
  • Hoodies/jeans/pants that are not listed in the girls’ or boys’ uniform
  • Footwear that does not cover the whole foot (eg. Thongs, sandals)
  • Additional items worn on arms or legs eg. Arm bands, ankle bands

School Polo shirts, embroidered jumpers and hats can be purchased from the school.

Students who are not in full school uniform will be asked by staff members to remove anyitems that are not part of the school uniform and students will be provided with a cleanreplacement item for the remainder of the school day. Items that do not require replacement (eg. jewellery) will be looked after by the staff member for the remainder of the school day.

Students who are not able to be in uniform due to unforeseen circumstances (eg wet weather)should have a written note provided by their parent/caregiver. Families who are unable toprovide any uniform items due to financial hardship should provide a written request to thePrincipal to determine if assistance can be provided.