Uniform

School uniform is central to building a sense of community among students, staff and parents as well as the local community. Hadlow Rural Community School has a distinctive uniform, appropriate to the type of activities involved in academic and technical / vocational learning in a rural land based environment.  This professional, but practical clothing reflects both the needs of the industry and the professional conduct we are encouraging.

Students at HRCS wear their uniform with pride and this very much supports the strong working ethic demonstrated across the school. Uniform is used to support the professional behaviours of young people, emphasising the need to be smart, professional and proud of being part of the school community.

All stakeholders are expected to support the school uniform policy and adhere to the high expectations that make a major contribution to the school’s reputation. Form Tutors and class teachers will actively monitor standards of uniform on a day-to-day basis.  Any uniform issues will be monitored during morning and afternoon line up and as part of the start of every lesson throughout the day.

Full, approved uniform is to be worn to, from and in school and whenever a student is representing the school on visits, in matches or in examinations.

The school uniform expectations are as follows:

The uniform expectations at HRCS also outline clear expectations on Jewellery, Hair Styles and Make-up, as follows:

Jewellery

• A watch
• 1 pair of gold / silver stud earrings - 1 plain stud in the lower lobe of each ear (no hoops)
• No other jewellery will be permitted

Hair Styles

Hair must be worn in a style, which, in the judgement of the School, is appropriate for a formal uniform situation.  An unnatural striking appearance, which may be considered suitable for social occasions, is inappropriate for the School. 

• Haircuts must be no shorter than a No: 3
• Hairstyles longer than shoulder length must be tied up, not obscuring the face
• Shaved patterns, undercuts, extensive braiding* or beading are not acceptable
• Unnatural/extremes of colour, for example those caused through dyeing or bleaching are not acceptable. Styles with coloured streaks, patterns or two-tones are not acceptable

*In a few cases and because of hair type and cultural status, functional braiding may be appropriate. However, advice must be sought in advance of styling since it will not be allowed unless there is an agreement with the School in advance.

In addition, for health and safety reasons students with long hair will be requested to tightly tie hair back, using a plain hair band (no other hair accessories are permitted). Hair should remain tied back and tidy at all times and should not obscure the face. 

Boys should attend the School clean shaven.

Make-Up

Make-up must not be worn and will be confiscated if found.

• No nail polish or false nails
• No false eyelashes
• Students will be required to remove any make up worn in School