SCHOOL UNIFORM
Mount Archer is a uniform school. The school uniform consists of:
- Mount Archer Polo Shirt with school logo on the pocket (available from tuckshop)
- Royal blue shorts for boys. Girls can wear royal blue shorts, skirt or skorts.
- Enclosed shoes, preferably black or white joggers
- White or black socks
- Royal blue broad brim hat with Mount Archer logo or royal blue legionnaires cap
- Royal blue jumpers should be worn in cooler weather.
CLOTHING
Students are expected to wear the correct school shirt and blue shorts/ skorts. Shirts should be tucked in when students aren't playing sport. Covered-in shoes, socks and suitable hats must be worn.
SUN PROTECTION (HATS)
The wearing of hats is actively encouraged at this school. The policy is “No broad-brimmed or legionnaire hat, no play". Royal Blue school hats are available at the Tuckshop. The school hats provide far more protection from the sun and are highly recommended. Baseball caps and bucket hats are not permitted as they offer inadequate sun protection. The importance of sun protection has been widely documented in recent years. Queensland's climatic conditions make it imperative that students, staff and school community are made more fully aware of the importance of safe sun protection practices.
JEWELLERY, NAILS AND MAKEUP
Most items of jewellery must be left at home (this applies to both boys and girls). Necklaces and wrist bands are safety issues and should not be worn to school. For pierced ears simple stud or sleeper earrings may be worn. The wearing of a necklace (out of sight) of cultural or religious significance can be worn. If parents have questions about what jewellery is able to be worn, please contact the office. No jewellery is to be worn during swimming lessons or physical education or sports' activities. Watches may be worn, but need to be removed and safely located during all sports activities. Teachers will not accept responsibility for lost items.
False nails are unacceptable as they can cause injury to the student and others. Makeup and nail polish is not permitted with the exception of lip gloss and foundation for sunscreen/ medical purposes.
HAIR ACCESSORIES
Hair needs to be neat, clean and tidy. Students with long hair are asked to wear it tied up in pony tail or similar for health and safety reasons. Hair accessories should be simple school attire and co-ordinating with the school colours of royal blue and gold. back. The Administration has the authority to assess if a hair style is appropriate for school wear. Bright unnatural colours are not acceptable. Natural hair colours are encouraged.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
All personal belongings should be clearly marked with the child's name.
Valuable toys, electronic games, etc., pose a security risk at school and ownership is often difficult prove. Please remember that the school cannot accept responsibility for any losses that may occur if such items are brought to school.