Uniform Policy and Shops #
It is the desire of the College to create a Uniform Policy that is hospitable to students, whilst upholding the school’s expectations for neat and respectful dress.
We encourage all students and parents to carefully read the updated Uniform Policy and the accompanying Uniform Manual to ensure a clear understanding of the current dress standards and expectations.
Please refer to the Uniform Policy
Perm-A-Pleat | Forrestdale
Perm-A-Pleat’s shop is spacious and well-lit, with nine fitting rooms available and two staff members on hand to assist families.
Contact
Location: Unit 6/2, Hensbrook Loop, Forrestdale, WA 6112
Phone: (08) 6465 1197
Email: forrestdale.retail@permapleat.com.au
Opening Times
Tuesday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Wednesday: 12:30pm-5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
We are pleased to also provide parents with the convenience and security of online ordering through our uniform partner, Perm-A-Pleat. For online orders, parents will be contacted when orders are ready for collection from the Perm-A-Pleat store. Please ensure you provide a current phone number when ordering.
Please note: Online orders placed between December and mid-January will not be available for collection from the Perm-A-Pleat store until the last week of the holidays prior to the start of Term 1.
The College operates Second hand Uniform Shops at both campuses.
Kenwick: The shop operates out of the old uniform shop, situated between the Primary and Secondary Schools at the rear side of the gym. If parents would like to browse the available second hand uniforms, please visit either the Kenwick Primary or Secondary reception. A member of our staff will be happy to unlock the door for you.
Wilson: The shop is located in the Wilson Gym, in Room G1.2 and is open on Mondays, 3:00-3:30pm.
Kindy and Pre-Primary Uniform #
Hat
Navy slouch with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection.
Jacket
Students have two options:
- Zip-up style blue with embroidered College crest.
- Navy with red trim, as worn for sports.
Shirt
Red polo shirt with embroidered College crest.
Shorts
Navy blue rugby knit.
Shoes
Sandals (navy, black or brown) secured with front and ankle straps and a low heel.
Hat
Navy slouch with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection.
Jacket
Zip-up style royal blue with embroidered College crest.
Shirt
Red polo shirt with embroidered College crest.
Shorts
Navy blue rugby knit.
Socks
White ankle length, to cover ankle bone.
Trackpants
Navy fleece trackpants.
Shoes
Sport shoes should be predominantly white or black and may include coloured trim.
Year 1-6 Boys Uniform #
Hat
Navy slouch with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection during breaks and PE classes.
Jacket
Students are permitted three options:
- Zip-up style royal blue with embroidered College crest.
- Navy with red trim, can be worn with uniform and during sport all year round.
- Soft shell.
Shirt
Blue polo shirt with embroidered College crest.
Shorts
Navy shorts with embroidered College name.
Socks
If boys are wearing leather school shoes, then navy school socks must be worn.
Shoes
Students are permitted two options:
- Sandals (navy, black or brown) secured with front and side straps and a low heel
- Black leather lace-up, buckled or Velcro strap school shoes with a low heel.
Hat
Navy slouch hat with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection during breaks and PE classes.
Jacket
Students are permitted three options:
- Zip-up style royal blue with embroidered College crest.
- Navy with red trim, can be worn with uniform and during sport all year round.
- Soft shell.
Shirt
Blue polo with embroidered College crest.
Shorts and Trousers
Navy with embroidered College name.
Socks
Navy socks must be worn with shorts or trousers.
Shoes
Students are permitted two options:
- Sandals (navy, black, or brown) secured with front and side straps and a low heel.
- Black leather lace-up, buckled or Velcro strap school shoes with a low heel.
Scarf and Gloves
Navy scarf and gloves may be worn (optional).
Year 1-6 Girls Uniform #
Hat
Navy slouch with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection during breaks and PE classes.
Jacket
Students are permitted three options:
- Zip-up style royal blue with embroidered College crest.
- Navy with red trim, can be worn with uniform and during sport all year round.
- Soft shell.
Shirt
Blue polo with embroidered College crest.
Skort
Pleated tartan navy skort.
Socks
If girls are wearing leather school shoes, then white ankle length socks (to cover the ankle bone) must be worn.
Shoes
Students are permitted two options:
- Sandals (navy, black or brown) secured with front and side straps and a low heel.
- Black leather lace-up, buckled or Velcro strap school shoes with a low heel.
Hat
Navy with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection during breaks and PE classes.
Jacket
Students are permitted three options:
- Zip-up style royal blue with embroidered College crest.
- Navy with red trim, can be worn with uniform and during sport all year round.
- Soft shell.
Shirt
Blue polo with embroidered College crest.
Skort
Pleated tartan navy skort.
Trousers
Ink navy tailored bootleg trousers.
Socks
White ankle length socks (to cover the ankle bone) must be worn with the skort.
Shoes
Students are permitted two options:
- Sandals (navy, black or brown) secured with front and side straps and a low heel.
- Black leather lace-up, buckled or Velcro strap school shoes with a low heel.
Tights
Plain navy tights/stockings without socks may be worn only with the skort.
Scarf and Gloves
Navy scarf and gloves may be worn (optional).
Sports Uniform (Applies to Both Girls and Boys) #
Hat
Navy slouch hat with College crest, to be worn outside for sun protection.
Jacket
Navy tracksuit jacket with red trim and embroidered College name.
Pants
Tracksuit pants with embroidered College name.
House Shirt
Micro fibre polo in House colours.
House shirts may be worn for PE lessons and House carnivals.
Sport Shirt
Red micro fibre polo with embroidered College crest.
May be worn for PE lessons.
Only required for interschool carnivals.
Shorts
Navy microfibre with embroidered College name.
Socks
White ankle length socks, to cover the ankle bone.
Sports Shoes
Sports shoes should not be overly bright, flashy or decorative
Swimming
All bathers to be modest and decent.
Girls to wear one-piece bathers only.
School Shoes #
We kindly request students wear conservative, mainstream styles of shoes that provide good support for their feet. This helps us avoid any competition over footwear choices.
If you have any questions or concerns about the suitability of the shoes you are considering, please don’t hesitate to contact our Administration Office, we are here to help.
Please note that the College cannot approve shoes that do not meet our guidelines, even if they have already been purchased and worn. However, there are many suitable styles of school shoes available for you to choose from.
Acceptable Styles
Sandals (navy, black or brown) secured with front and side straps and a low heel.
Black leather lace-up, or Velcro strap school shoes with a low heel.
No desert boots.
Sports Shoes
Sport shoes should not be overly bright, flashy or decorative.
Uniform Requirements #
Hair (Boys)
Hair must be cut so that it is above the collar, above the eyebrow, and above the ears.
Untidy, extreme, or ‘fad’ hair styles or colours, as determined by the College, are not permitted.
Dyed or bleached hair is not permitted.
Hair (Girls)
Hair which is shoulder length or longer must be tied up and back and/or plaited.
The hair style should allow for unobstructed eye contact between the student and teacher, without hair falling over the eyes so that the student can effectively work.
Untidy, extreme, or ‘fad’ hair styles or colours, as determined by the College, are not permitted.
Dyed or bleached hair is not permitted.
Hair Accessories
Hair accessories should be simple and unobtrusive. All ribbons, bobbles, headbands are to be red, white or navy blue (College uniform colours) and must be in plain designs (i.e. no lace ribbons or ‘fancy’ bands).
The College reserves the right to ask a student not to wear a particular style of accessory.
Jewellery
Jewellery that is not permitted will be confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the school day.
Girls may wear stud or sleeper style earrings only (one earring per ear only).
Boys may not wear earrings.
Bangles, necklaces, or dangling earrings are not permitted due to safety concerns.
Makeup
No makeup, nail polish, or coloured/patterned acrylic nails are to be worn at school.
Additional Uniform Components
Singlets and Undergarments
Students are permitted to wear singlets and undergarments, as necessary.
These should not be visible outside the College polo shirt.
It is recommended that singlets and undergarments be white or skin-toned in colour, without patterns or prints as these can sometimes show through the polo shirt.
Hats
Only College hats purchased from the Uniform Shops are to be worn.
The College has a No Hat, No Play policy that is in effect during Term 1 and from 1 September each year through to the end of Term 4.
School Bags
The College school bag is compulsory for all students in Year 1 to Year 6.
School bags may be purchased in two sizes at the Uniform Shop.
Library Bags
PVC-backed poly cotton, waterproof bags are recommended. These are available for purchase at the Uniform Shop and may also be purchased elsewhere.
All clothing and personal items, including shoes, must be clearly marked with the student’s name (not initials only).
The College takes no responsibility for lost uniform or personal items.
There is a lost property box located in the Administration Office, where lost items are held for a time. Please check with the front desk before accessing the lost property box to look for items.
At the end of each term, all lost property is donated or otherwise disposed of.