APPEARANCE REGULATIONS FOR THE WHOLE SCHOOL

School dress code regulations go hand-in-hand with general appearance, which is why we place a high premium on the impeccable appearance of our learners. Odies wear their uniform with pride: they reflect the values ​​that our school subscribes to through their actions and appearance.

Appearance of Girls

Hair

  • Hair may not hang over the eyebrows. Hair at the back may not hang below the collar – it must be cut or tied.
  • The hair colour must be natural.
  • “Weird” hairstyles are not permitted.
  • Hair must be neatly combed and no spikes will be allowed.
  • Dreadlocks will be acceptable if it is maintained properly, looks neat and is fastened at the back
  • Afros will be allowed on condition that its length overall does not exceed 5 cm., it looks neat and is combed properly.
  • The following colours and types of hair decorations are allowed:

          Colours: Royal blue/navy blue, white, and yellow - single 

          colours (not mixed)

         Types: ribbons, combs, banana clips, alice bands,

        headbands (only black or brown)

        No pieces of cloth / bandanas are allowed.

  • Hair at the back may not be cut in the Chinese bob style.
  • Hair may be permed, provided that it looks well-groomed.
  • Hair may be cut in layers, but must be neat.
  • Hair that is gelled, must be neatly combed and may not be spiky.
  • Synthetic extensions (Not extending beyond the lower back) and braids are permissible if they:

-Match the natural hair colour;

-Are thin or medium braids only, without any beads or any other decorations;

-Are acrylic braids, NOT wool;

-Are flat against the head;

-Do not look like dreadlocks;

-Are worn according to all the other hair rules as well;

-Can be fastened in one or two ponytails.

Nails:

  • Only translucent nail polish may be used.
  • Nails may not protrude beyond the fingertips, when looked at the inside of the fingers.
  • No gel or manicured nails are allowed.

Jewellery:

  • No chains or arm bracelets may be worn. (Medic Alert bracelets/pendants are permitted).
  • The following earrings are permitted when they are worn in the bottom hole.

          -Small studs (Not exceeding 2mm in diameter)

          -Sleepers

          -Semi-permanent sleepers (gold or silver).

  • Only one signet ring may be worn.
  • No body-piercing rings, e.g. tongue-/ navel-/ or nose rings, nor nose studs are permitted.

Uniform:

  • See the relevant page for the different phases.


Appearance of Boys

Hair

  • When hair is combed down it may not touch the ears and the fringe may not touch eyebrows.
  • It may also not touch the shirt collar.
  • Gel is permitted (when applied in moderation).
  • Side-burns must not be lower than the middle of the ear hole, and must be short.
  • The hair colour must be natural at all times.
  • Fade hairstyle will be allowed on condition that it looks neat and it is combed at all times.
  • A “fade” hairstyle that make a pattern is unacceptable.
  • Hair must be worn in a natural style.
  • No other styles will be tolerated e.g. punk / mohawk/ lightning stripes.
  • No steps or patterns will be allowed.
  • If applicable, boys must shave every day. If the beard/moustache is visible, the learner must shave. Learners who refuse to obey, will be sent home to shave. As an alternative, there will be razor-blades for sale at the office (R10.00 each). 
  • Hair may not be worn in braid nor in dreadlock style.

Nails:

  • No translucent nail polish may be used. 
  • Nails may not protrude beyond the fingertips, when looked at the inside of the fingers.
  • No gel or manicured nails are allowed.

Jewellery:

  • No chains or bracelets may be worn (Medical Alert bracelet/pendant is allowed).
  • No rings are allowed.
  • No body-piercing rings whatsoever (tongue -/nose -/    navel -) are allowed.

Uniform:

  • See the relevant page for the different phases.