Uniform

Uniform Requirements

Waimea College expects all students to take pride in their appearance and dress neatly at all times as they are representing the school.

Marking of Clothes & Personal Gear

Every item must be clearly named. Every care is taken to minimise the possibility of loss of property and to encourage honesty in pupils, but the College will not be held responsible for losses.

Waimea College is seeking to be inclusive by having a range of uniform options for students to choose from. Students can choose from the following options:

Shirts, Blouses, Tops

• White school blouse – long or short sleeves (a plain white or black undergarment may be worn underneath)
• White regulation polo shirt (a plain white or black undergarment may be worn underneath)

Note: The green polo shirt is being phased out of the uniform. Students may still wear these if they wish.

Skirts, Shorts, Trousers

• Regulation tartan skirt worn on the knee
• Black long dress trousers
• Regulation mid-grey shorts

Jersey, Vest, Blazer, Jackets

• Regulation blazer
• Regulation woollen jersey
• Regulation woollen vest
• Plain black zip up weatherproof jacket or vest (hip length) with or without hood

Footwear, Socks

• Black tights
• Black or White Crew socks
• Previous regulation grey socks with green and gold top
• Black closed toe shoes (socks or tights must be worn with these)
• Black sandals, in Terms 1 and 4 only (No socks or tights to be worn with sandals)

Note: The grey socks with green and gold top are being phased out of the uniform. Students may still wear these if they wish. Black Crew socks are available to purchase from the Uniform Shop. 

Guidelines for wearing sandals (please see here for some examples):

• Proper Fit: Sandals should fit well with adequate strapping to prevent slipping and tripping (no jandals, no crocs).
• Colour: Sandals must be black.
• Socks: Socks are not to be worn with sandals.
• Restrictions: For safety reasons sandals must not be worn during practical classes in PE, Technology (including Food Technology/Hospitality) or Science subjects. Staff will advise.

Other

• Plain black or green cap or bucket hat (optional)
• Plain black scarf (optional)

Formal Uniform

• Available for Senior Leaders and Year 13 students
• Groups representing the College at formal functions wear formal uniform, which is a tie, white shirt and blazer, and either school skirt or black trousers

Physical Education

• Sports shorts and top or tracksuit
• Gym shoes

Workshop/Art/Food Technology/Science Laboratories

• Apron or overall as appropriate.
• Closed toe shoes must be worn for practical activities. Teachers will advise.

Jewellery

• Jewellery must be minimal and appropriate and must meet Health & Safety Expectations.