Morris Handbook [2012] - The Friends' School

POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
students and staff are well-informed and that the School provides an environment with due regard
to sunsafe practices.
Guidelines. Children are required to wear hats in Term 1 up until Anzac Day and Term 3 after
Show Day. There is a ‘no hat, no play’ rule. In the interests of child health, this is followed up
closely by all teachers. The School provides sun block in each classroom and teachers remind
children to re-apply before breaks.
SAFE AND FAIR PLAY POLICY
The School’s playground spaces, including grass and all weather areas on Clemes, High School,
Morris and Bell Street campuses, are provided for safe, appropriate and equitable use by all
students. We require students at all times to comply with rules and instructions given by staff that
relate to safety and to fair play.
In the interest of safety, rough play is not allowed and climbing is permitted only on those structures
and equipment provided for the specific purpose of student recreation. Students are not permitted to
climb on trees or school infrastructure such as buildings and fences, and are to remain within
designated areas during free play.
UNIFORM
At The Friends’ School we believe that the wearing of the school uniform by students is a
fundamental part of their and their parents’ commitment to the School Community. Wearing the
School uniform is a visible way of establishing a student’s identity as part of The Friends’ School
community.
It is expected that Friends’ students’ general appearance and the manner in which they wear the
uniform, both at School and in public, will be of a high standard.
The Navy Morris jacket is available for all students K – 6 and is the only compulsory jacket. It is
worn with both formal and sports uniforms.
Girls Formal Uniform
* There is no seasonal change over of uniform and girls may wear either the tartan dress or the
blouse/skirt. However, students in Years 5 – 12 who are members of music ensembles are required
to wear the skirt and blouse for performances.
Item Compulsory Optional
Dress, tartan Years 5 – 12* Years K – 4
Blouse, white long sleeve or short sleeve Years 5 – 12* Years 3 – 4
Skirt, navy/red check Years 5 – 12* Years 3 – 4
Socks navy anklet or white sport anklet Years K – 12
Tights, navy cotton blend nylon opaque Years 3 – 12
Pullover, navy softwear wool Years 3 – 12
Polar fleece vest, navy with logo Years K – 12
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