School Uniforms

Kaipara College is a uniform school.

Students are required to wear correct school uniform at all times. In rare circumstances, where students may not be able to wear a uniform item, whānau must write a note to the school explaining the circumstances and the school will issue a permit which is only available from the Kaitiaki/Deans office. The school reserves the right to require students not in correct uniform to wear loan items of uniform while at school.

The school will not grant permission for students to wear non-uniform items on an extended basis, unless approval has been given by the Deputy Principal in charge of uniform or the Principal. Permission will only be granted in medical circumstances where there is appropriate medical documentation provided.

Kaipara College Uniform List

Kaipara Trousers (2 styles)
Kaipara Shorts
Kaipara Skirt (long and knee length)
Kaipara Lavalava (wrap around)
Kaipara Shirt (long and short sleeve)
Kaipara Blouse (long and short sleeve)
Kaipara Ribbed Jersey
Kaipara Fleece Top
Kaipara Blazers
Kaipara Jackets (fleece lined and a lighter supporters’ jacket)
Kaipara Cap (not to be worn in class)
Kaipara Bucket Hat (not to be worn in class)
Kaipara Beanie (not to be worn in class)
Black or White Socks or Black Tights
Kaipara Tie
Plain flat-soled, totally black LACE UP shoes or high tops (no ankle boots)
Kaipara College Junior PE Uniform – blue shorts and navy/red top. Compulsory for Years 9 & 10
Kaipara Scarf
Kaipara Umbrella

Uniform Code

Some extra notes and guidelines on our uniform and personal grooming:

Only school sanctioned items (listed above) are to be worn as part of the uniform.
Year 13 students are permitted to wear ‘Number Ones’. Ie. a matching navy coloured suit set (pants/skirt) with white blouse/shirt.
Extremes in personal presentation or adornment that might be considered incompatible with our uniform standards, or is considered a safety issue, is at the discretion of the principal.
Undergarments (eg. thermals) are allowed to be worn, but must not be visible.
When wearing the school hoodies the ‘hood’ must be down at all times. The school shirt or blouse must be worn under the hoodie. Students can wear either the school hoodie or one of the school sanctioned sports' hoodies.
Students may wear plain navy blue or plain black waterproof jackets to and from school.
Skirts (knee length) are to be worn at knee length.
One small nose stud or one nose ring is permitted.
Make-up is not to be worn.

Where to Buy

The School Uniform Shoppe has a shop onsite at Kaipara College where uniform items can be purchased and ordered.

The uniform shop is located near the school reception. The Uniform Shoppe is not open during school holidays except for the special summer holiday opening hours which we advertise each summer holiday via the website & our Pānui.

Purchasing Online

Uniform can be purchased online at www.theuniformshoppe.co.nz and collected from the on-site shop, although visiting the on-site uniform shop for a fitting first is recommended. kaiparashop@sas.co.nz

Methods of Payment

Eftpos, Credit Card, Cash and layby with a small deposit, are available at the shop. Quotes for Income Support can be given. Please note, The Uniform Shoppe is an independent supplier, separate to Kaipara College so payment is made directly to The Uniform Shoppe and not to the school.

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