Dress code

We believe that students are individuals with rights and responsibilities and offer an environment that reflects our society and better prepares students for their future lives. As a reflection of this, and unlike most schools in Australia, we do not have a school uniform. Instead there is a School Dress Code. This has many advantages for students.

Students can dress in the manner in which they feel comfortable. This is more conducive to learning. There is none of the gender stereotyping usually evident in school uniforms. School uniforms for girls tend to be somewhat restrictive leading to under-achievement of girls in more practical subjects. This is not the case at Mosman High School, where girls are able to wear clothing that is more conducive to practical lessons.

It improves relationships between students and staff — being one less source of disciplinary problems. It allows for self-expression and helps each student to develop an individual identity.

School dress code

It is a requirement of the Mosman High School Dress Code that all students wear appropriate clothing at all times.

• Students must wear clothes that are neat, clean and in good repair.
• Clothing that is too revealing or brief is not suitable as school wear. Singlet tops and/or thin strapped tops are unacceptable. All tops must completely cover the torso. Shorts and skirts must be mid-thigh.
• Closed-in shoes must be worn. Open-toed shoes/thongs are not permitted under the NSW Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Offensive slogans and advertising of commodities such as alcohol are unacceptable on any clothing.
• Hats/caps and sunglasses are recommended when outside.

For PE and Sport

Students must have laced shoes, sports t-shirt and shorts (no denim garments allowed).

In winter, jumpers without hoods and tracksuit bottoms are allowed.

For Science and TAS

The NSW Health & Safety Act states that enclosed leather shoes must be worn in Science and practical subjects.