Uniform Information
All students must wear the full and correct uniform at school, to and from school and on all school visits/activities. Application for short-term exemptions should be made in writing to Mr Peter Fowler (Deputy Principal). Uniform information can be found on our website
Please name all uniform. There are 630 students in our school. It is like a needle in a haystack if lost!
On Tuesdays all students wear their PE uniform to school. We expect them in their full school PE uniform, not a hybrid version.
Monday – all students wear the correct school uniform
Tuesday – all students wear their PE uniform to school
Wednesday – Year 8 students wear their PE uniform and Year 7 students wear their full school uniform.
Thursday – Year 7 students wear their PE uniform and Year 8 students wear their full school uniform.
Friday – all students wear the correct school uniform
For wet/cold days, students may wear an appropriate jacket to suit the weather conditions, in addition to the Wairarapa Cobham jacket.
If you need financial assistance with purchasing school uniform, please contact c.lambie@wci.school.nz.
Uniform Suppliers
Our uniform suppliers are New Zealand Uniforms
455 Blenheim Road, Sockburn.
Please note the photos above are of the appropriate school shoes as detailed to the right. There are NO other type of black leather shoes (sport, casual etc) that are permitted to be worn. Non-uniform shoes will not be allowed. It is important that students have the correct uniform shoes as it is a safety issue in our technology rooms and also indicates a preparedness, as a family, to follow school expectations.
We thank you in anticipation for ensuring your child(ren) have the correct shoes – don’t be swayed by what your child or suppliers may say is acceptable.
Hair
● Should be clean, well groomed, neat and tidy, clear of the face and eyes and tied back if shoulder length or longer
● Hair ties must be neutral, blue or red
● Hair should be a natural colour. Dyed hair and extreme hairstyles are not permitted at school.
Jewellery
The only jewellery permitted is a watch and one small plain stud in each ear. No objects, including studs or rings are allowed to be worn in any part of the body, not covered by school uniform. This includes nose, lip, chin and eyebrow studs or rings, made of any materials.
Students wishing to wear a necklace for cultural or religious reasons need to supply a letter from their parents stating this. This will be placed on the student’s file.
Makeup
Makeup is not to be worn
Moisturisers, sunscreens and lip balms must be clear
Nail polish is not to be worn
Personal Property
All personal property must be clearly named. All lost items will be kept in the office. Please ask at the office regarding this.
Phones – should students bring phones to school, they are to be handed into the teacher at the beginning of the day.
Money and valuables should not be left in bags, desks or changing rooms. Lockable storage is available in each classroom for devices. The school does not accept responsibility for the loss/theft of or damage to any personal property.
Hats
Our school sun hats are compulsory and must be worn during terms 1 and 4. There are two styles to choose from (wide brimmed and bucket). These can be purchased from New Zealand Uniforms, or we have a small supply at the school office for $20 each.
