Grooming & personal appearance

In short

Uniform should be clean, tidy and well-fitted. Long hair may need tying back for safety, nail polish should be neutral, and jewellery is limited to a watch, a simple religious chain, and stud or sleeper earrings. Facial piercings are not permitted.

Expectations

• Uniforms must be clean, tidy, well-fitted and in good repair.
• Hair should be clean and neat. For safety, hair longer than collar length may need to be tied back.
• Fingernails must be clean and neatly trimmed. Nail polish should be neutral in colour.
• Acceptable jewellery is a watch, a simple chain with a cross or religious symbol, and stud or sleeper earrings. Facial piercings are not permitted.
• MYP and DP students are encouraged to shower after PE lessons, and should bring a towel and sandals for this purpose.

Who decides

The Head of School holds the final decision regarding uniform and grooming standards.