We've noticed a number of unusual uniform items presently worn by our younger seniors. Please note: Once graduated to the senior school a formal uniform is adopted. Sweat pants, track pants, sports shoes etc are not acceptable unless requested for specific activities/events. These items have never been part of the senior uniform. The holiday period is a good time for families to review uniform items worn. If you are having problems getting the right size, you can contact Schooltex directly on: 0800 507 807 for assistance.

Here is a reminder of the listed uniform items for students in Y9+ as developed by the Uniform Committee. Many items are available second hand from the office, otherwise new items are stocked at: www.thewarehouse.co.nz/c/schools/the-catlins-area-school.

Top: White shirt, long or short sleeves, tucked in unless ‘darted’. Optional tie (purchase through school, must be worn with blazer).

Bottom: Choice from - Plain navy drill shorts or pants, Napier Tartan Kilt or Triple Pleat Skirt (examples can be viewed by searching for The Catlins Area School at www.thewarehouse.co.nz/c/schools).

Socks: Choice from - Plain navy, black or white ankle socks (not sports socks), navy school socks with gold bands (must be worn with shorts), navy or black stockings or over the knee socks.

Shoes: Black nuggetable school shoes - no boots, hi-tops, ballet style, sports shoes or canvas.

For warmth: Choice from - Navy V-Neck wool jersey or vest with crest, Navy blazer with crest (pre-order from The Warehouse), Navy ¼ zip fleece with or without crest, navy ¼ zip merino, plain navy, black or white thermal or skivvy worn under shirt, plain navy or black scarf.

For warmth outside the class: Softshell jacket (available both through school and The Warehouse), plain black or navy coat/puffer jacket, navy beanie hat.

For sun protection outside the class: Plain navy bucket hat or wide-brimmed hat (optional).