Dress Code (Guidelines)
The Craigslea State High School dress code consists of an agreed standard
and items of clothing, of a defined school uniform that students wear when:
 Attending or representing their school
 Travelling to and from school
 Engaging in school activities out of school hours.
The Craigslea State High School Dress Code has been developed through consultation with
and is endorsed by the school’s Parents and Citizens Association.
Student dress codes provide clothing that aims to contribute to a safe and supportive
teaching and learning environment through:
 Ready identification of students and non-students at school
 Fostering a sense of belonging
 Developing mutual respect among students
Craigslea State High School has two distinct uniforms – the formal day uniform and sport
uniform. The day uniform is to be worn to and from school on all days except on designated
sport days and when students are participating in practical activities scheduled for Health and
Physical Education, Drama and Dance. Teachers of these subjects will coordinate with
students the days on which practical activities are scheduled.
The formal day uniform is to be worn on all school excursions unless otherwise stipulated in
writing.
Boys’ Day Uniform
 tailored black shorts or long black trousers
 black 30mm leather belt with plain silver buckle and/or black
keeper
 long or short sleeve plain white business shirt worn with the
school tie or
 short sleeve school shirt with school logo
 plain black socks with long trousers or white above ankle
socks with shorts
 black leather lace up shoes
 school hat
Winter additions:
 school endorsed knitted V neck jumper or school tracksuit
jacket
Girls’ Day Uniform
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school skirt worn between the kneecap and mid-calf
formal green blouse and girls’ school tie
white above ankle socks or full length plain black stockings
black leather lace up shoes
school hat
Winter additions:
 school endorsed knitted V neck jumper or school tracksuit
jacket
Sport Uniform
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school basketball sport shorts with school logo
school polo shirt
white above ankle socks
plain jogger that is predominantly black or predominantly
white in colour with matching laces. Slip on shoes and
canvas type shoes are not acceptable
 school hat
Winter additions:
 School tracksuit
Sport uniform may be worn to and from school only on
designated sport days or when students are
participating in practical activities scheduled for Health
and Physical Education, Drama and Dance. Teachers of
these subjects will coordinate with students the days on
which practical activities are scheduled.
Footwear
Day Uniform
It is important that students wear protective and appropriate footwear. Students must wear black lace
up polished leather shoes of plain, conventional design.
Acceptable – Day Uniform
Unacceptable
Sport Uniform
Our school dress code stipulates that the sport uniform be worn with appropriate runners, joggers or
cross trainers, predominately black or predominantly white in colour with black or white laces. High
ankle basketball style boots, volleys, slippers, high tops or any shoes of canvas material are not
permitted. In accordance with health and safety regulations and given that sport shoes are also worn
in the classroom and school grounds, it is important that all members of our community are aware of
our dress code. Please keep in mind that choosing the correct sport shoes for your child will enhance
their physical activity and provide sound protection for their feet and body.
Acceptable – Sports Uniform
Unacceptable
Jewellery and Grooming
Students are to be neat and well presented at all times:
 No visible makeup or nail polish is to be worn.
 Jewellery is restricted to a wrist watch, one set of plain studs or sleepers in the ears. Necklaces
need to be of sufficient length that they are not visible. No visible facial piercings. No other
jewellery is permitted.
 Hairstyles are to be conservative in style. Hair must be clean, tidy, and pulled back to comply with
workplace health and safety provisions. Students with long hair are encouraged to tie their hair
back.
- The only hair adornment is a white, blue, black, red or green ribbon.
- Hair colours should be natural looking. Multiple tones are not appropriate.
- Hairstyles such as mohawks and dreadlocks are inappropriate.
- Hair that is shaved around the perimeter or in unusual patterns is not appropriate.
School Hats
Students are encouraged to wear the Craigslea hat for all outdoor activities. These hats are
compulsory for Sport and HPE.
Winter
 No undershirts that are visible (at neck, sleeves or hip) are permitted. Singlets, very short sleeved
undershirts or spencers are permitted providing they cannot be seen.
 No scarves, beanies or gloves are permitted. Students may keep warm in winter with non-visible
undergarments, the school jumper or track suit.
Senior Jerseys
Year 12 students have the opportunity to purchase a senior jersey. These senior jerseys are designed
as a memento of the students’ senior year and can be worn to school during Terms 2, 3 and only on
the last day of Term 4. All other uniform expectations remain in place.
The Parents & Citizens’ Association operates a uniform shop twice a week at the
school.
The shop is located beside the main entrance of the school hall.
Non-compliance with the dress code
 A note from a parent/guardian must be produced for any infringement of the school uniform.
Students are required to present this note to their Form Teacher during Form Class. The teacher
will sign the note and record the reason in ID attend. Students who fail to have a note are issued
with a detention.
 All teachers speak to students in incorrect uniform, ask for their note, and reinforce our uniform
policy e.g. student to change into appropriate uniform, teacher to confiscate jewellery, etc.
 If the student does not comply with this process as noted above, a detention will be issued each
time they fail to comply with the dress code.
 If a student continues to be out of uniform and fails to complete this detention, this will be
considered as ‘willful disobedience’ and students may be suspended from school.
 The student may be prevented from attending or participating in any school activity that, in the
reasonable opinion of the school’s principal, is not part of the essential educational program of the
school.
Financial Hardship
 The school provides a range of solutions to assist families in financial hardship. These include
payment plans, and other approaches that can be negotiated on a case by case basis.
Application may be made in writing to the Principal should a dress code variation be required.
Appropriate documentation will be required to support the application.
For more information on the Dress Code, please refer to the Craigslea State High School website
Policies section:
www.craigsleashs.eq.edu.au