Why do we have a uniform?
“The Department of Education and Communities supports the wearing of school uniforms by students and the upholding of high standards of dress by students and staff.”
Byron Bay High School is a uniform high school in line with the NSW Department of Education Uniform Policy and as endorsed by the School’s Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association, SRC and staff. At Byron Bay High School we aim to educate the whole child, not just academically but in the values of integrity, excellence, democracy, respect, responsibility, participation, care and fairness.
It is with these goals in mind that our uniform policy has been developed. The Uniform Policy of the School has been discussed and approved by the teaching staff and the P&C. There are four key reasons why the School community decided there would be firm rules in relation to the wearing of uniform at our School. They are:
Safety
Our uniform is distinctive and allows our staff to immediately recognise any intruders or potential dangers at school or on excursion. There are also mandatory safety requirements regarding clothing and footwear for a number of key learning areas at school. These are incorporated in our uniform to ensure all students can participate in a safe manner.
Fairness
The School Uniform provides an even playing field for all our students regardless of their socioeconomic background. Allowing variations to the uniform provides students with an opportunity, intended or otherwise, to create divisions within our school. The price of our uniform allows parents to avoid the pressure of buying brand name clothes.
Pride
Our school community wants to see students who are proud to be part of this great school. Presentation in uniform creates a positive tone in our school and reinforces that we are here as one respectful, committed group with a common sense of purpose.
Perceptions
Our School community wants our school to be seen as well organised, well presented, positive and cohesive. Such impressions influence the public perception of our school and affect potential enrolments and therefore the curriculum opportunities that are made available to our students.
Families experiencing genuine financial hardship may apply for student assistance funding to assist with school uniform costs. These applications are completely confidential.
It is expected that all students present at school in full school uniform every day. (see below)
If you need assistance please contact the school on 6685 8188.
Byron Bay High School Uniform
Available at School Locker Ballina Superstore, 26 Boeing Ave Ballina. Click here for opening hours.
Girls
School tartan skirt or plain (without stripes or logos) navy blue or black shorts/skorts with a collared plain white/teal polo or collared plain white blouse- preferably with school logo. In winter, stockings may be worn under a school uniform.
Boys
Collared plain white/teal polo or collared plain white button up shirt with plain (without stripes or logos) navy blue or black pants- preferably with school logo.
Unisex
School navy jumper or plain navy jumper without stripes or logos, plain navy blue or black track pants and plain navy blue or black chinos. School Regional or state representative jumpers may be worn as school uniform.
Footwear
For safety reasons, all students are required to wear fully enclosed shoes and for practical classes in Science, Agriculture and Technology, shoes must have impermeable uppers. Students are not permitted to wear thongs, sandals, crocs or Ugg boots.
Hats
Strongly recommended for sun-safety in the playground and for outside lessons including sport.
NB. Denim and bike pants are not school uniform.
