Uniform
Our school uniform was updated in 2025. The new uniform is expected to be fully worn by all students starting in Term 2, 2027.
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It is important that the correct uniform is worn at all times. If this is not possible, a written explanation must be provided.
Years 1–6
- Girls: St Joseph’s maroon polo and tartan skort
- Boys: St Joseph’s maroon polo and navy shorts
- Outerwear: Regulation navy polar fleece or navy jacket
Years 7–8
- Girls: St Joseph’s white blouse and tartan A-line skirt
- Boys: St Joseph’s checked blue collared shirt and navy shorts (same as Years 1–6 boys)
- Outerwear: Regulation navy polar fleece or navy jacket
Seasonal Items
Summer (Terms 1 and 4)
- Footwear: Black sandals (no jandals or slip-ons)
- Navy bucket hat
Winter (Terms 2 and 3)
- Footwear: Black covered shoes (no boots)
- Socks: Regulation navy socks (girls’ and boys’ styles, available only from Harry’s)
- Optional: Regulation navy blue track pants can be worn as part of the daily PE uniform instead of, or over, black PE shorts (not to be worn to and from school)
PE Uniform (All Ages)
- Top: Regulation maroon PE top
- Bottoms: Plain black, non-branded shorts
- Optional for girls: Longer plain black bike shorts may be worn
Other Expectations
Hair is expected to be tidy. Shoulder-length hair must be tied back with hair ties, clips, or headbands. Hair accessories should be close to natural hair colour or match uniform colours.
Nail polish and jewellery are not to be worn, except for:
- One pair of studs or sleepers in the ears
- A cross necklace
- A watch (not a smart watch)
- Pounamu, bone carving, or an item of cultural significance