Te whakaurunga |Enrolment

Our Uniform

Our uniform supplier is Mainland Uniforms, 511 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch
All uniform is available for purchase in person or online.

Note

  1. All uniform items may be worn by any student
  2. Where the application of a rule is in question, the principal is delegated to rule on behalf of the Board
  3. If uniform cannot be worn for a reason, a pass must be obtained from a whānau teacher
  4. A uniform brochure is currently under development
  5. The uniform is expected to be reviewed again in 2029

    2025
 

 
  • Full new uniform

Rationale for school uniform

  • Gives a level playing field, reducing the competition between students over clothing and thereby may reduce costs
  • Ensures a suitable minimum standard of clothing for our school community, for pride in presentation, comfort and hygiene
  • Lets us see clearly who are our students
  • Offers a positive representation of our school in our community
  • Is relatable to workplace expectations of dressing for work

Uniform Regulations

  • DHS skort, skirt, shorts, or trousers
  • DHS shirt (options available)
  • DHS merino jersey
  • Years 10 – 13 DHS blazer optional but required if representing the school (can be hired)
  • DHS outer softshell jacket with DHS crest

  • Personal effects should be hygienic, safe and inoffensive (health and safety rules apply)
  • Socks plain black above shoeline
  • Thermals okay so long as not visible
  • Shoes plain black
  • Plain navy cap or bucket hat for sun / plain black beanie for cold

  • Sports socks
  • Plain black shorts
  • DHS PE T-shirt