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Dress Code
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of Craigslea State High School is to create a safe,
tolerant and disciplined environment within which young people
prepare to be active and reflective Australian citizens with a
disposition to lifelong learning.
We will contribute to student development so that our students are able to
participate in and shape community, economic and political life in Queensland
and the nation and engage confidently with other cultures at home and abroad.
The Craigslea State High School Uniform Policy 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
Item
How / when worn
Shirt (tucked in)
 Long or short sleeve plain white business
shirt worn with the school tie (this shirt is
of a conventional button through style) or
 Short sleeve school shirt with school logo
It must be worn tucked into shorts or trousers. The
collar must be turned down. Sleeves are not to be
rolled up.
Shorts
Tailored black shorts
The length of the shorts is to the top of the knee.
Trousers
Tailored long black trousers
The length of the trousers is to the top of the heel at
the back.
Belt
Black 30mm leather belt with plain silver
buckle and/or black keeper
Shorts and trousers must be worn with the
designated belt.
Tie
Craigslea tartan school tie
Worn to cover top button with length to belt buckle.
Shoes
Black leather lace up polished shoes of
plain conventional design
The backs must always be firm to support the heel.
Shoes must be in good order and polished.
Socks
Plain black socks with long trousers or
white above ankle socks with shorts
Plain black socks are to be worn with long trousers.
Mid-calf or above the ankle plain white socks are to
be worn with tailored shorts.
Jumper
Knitted school V neck jumper or school
tracksuit jacket
Sleeves are not to be pulled over the hands. They
are to remain in good condition.
School Hat
Craigslea school hat
Students are encouraged to wear the Craigslea
School hat for all outdoor activities. These hats are
compulsory for Sport and HPE.
Girls’ Day Uniform
Item
How / when worn
Blouse
Formal green blouse.
Appropriate size that does not allow flesh to be seen
when arms are raised. All buttons done up and
sleeves not rolled up.
Skirt
Craigslea tartan skirt.
To be worn between the kneecap and mid-calf. Worn
at the waist.
Tie
Craigslea tartan girls’ tie.
Tied to cover top button.
Shoes
Black leather lace up polished shoes of
plain conventional design.
The backs must always be firm to support the heel.
Shoes must be in good order and polished.
Socks
White mid-calf or above ankle socks.
Mid-calf or above the ankle plain white socks.
Stockings
Full length plain black stockings.
Stockings are to be plain (not patterned) and in good
condition without laddering or holes.
Jumper
Knitted school V neck jumper or school
tracksuit jacket.
Sleeves are not to be pulled over the hands. They
are to remain in good condition.
School hat
Craigslea school hat.
Students are encouraged to wear the Craigslea hat
for all outdoor activities. These hats are compulsory
for Sport and HPE.
Hair ribbon
The only hair adornment is a white, blue,
black, red or green ribbon.
The ribbon must be worn over hair ties that blend
with the student’s hair colour.
Item
How / when worn
Shirt
School polo shirt with school logo.
Shirt is not tucked in. Sleeves are not to be rolled up.
Shorts
School basketball sport shorts with school
logo.
To be worn at a length that finishes at the top of the
knee.
Sport shoes
Plain jogger that is predominantly black or
predominantly white in colour with matching
laces. Slip on shoes and canvas type shoes
are not acceptable
Appropriate runners, joggers or cross trainers,
predominately black or white in colour. Laces are to
be tied tightly with a bow at the top. Shoes are to be
clean and in good order.
High ankle basketball style boots, volleys, slippers,
high tops or any shoes of canvas material are not
permitted.
Socks
White mid-calf or above ankle socks.
Mid-calf or above the ankle plain white socks. The
sock is to be seen above the shoe.
School hat
Craigslea school hat.
Students are encouraged to wear the Craigslea
School hat for all outdoor activities. These hats are
compulsory for Sport and HPE.
School Tracksuit
School endorsed tracksuit with school logo.
This tracksuit may be worn during the cooler months.
Sleeves and pants are not to be rolled up.
Sport Uniform
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.