The skirts, pants and shirts must all be washed, clean and ironed.
Blazers in the winters should be dry cleaned.
Uniform to be worn to size.
Shoes must adhere to the school uniform and must not be colourful or of different brands and type.
Only black rubber bands to be used.
In the winters caps and warm hats, neck warmers and gloves to be either black or brown and no other colour.
No valuable jewelry to be worn to school such as rings, necklaces, earrings etc.
ID cards (detail).
Completion of the diary (detail).
Learn the school's emergency procedures. School phone numbers are included in the school diary and emergency numbers for Police, Ambulance and Fire Brigade are posted at exit points / gates. Taking a few extra minutes to familiarize yourself and your child with emergency information can give him the confidence he needs to act quickly in emergency situations.
Know travel routes to and from the school. Make sure you and your child know both primary and alternate routes. In an emergency, roads can be blocked and it's important to have a backup plan.
Know and follow school security and safety measures. This includes signing in when visiting the school, being escorted when walking through the building, taking the yellow slip after getting it signed by the principal in case you need to take your child out of school during school hours pass and making sure that the only person who comes to pick your child up in your absence is the guardian you have mentioned in the diary otherwise the child will not be allowed to leave with anyone else. Also no eatables will be allowed into the school once the child has entered, please make sure the lunch boxes are sent with the child when he/she arrive to school. Following these procedures also sets a great example for your kids.
Talk with your child about safety. Be specific. Talk about instinct and paying attention to funny feelings of fear. Explain what to do if she doesn't feel safe (find a teacher, call 100, etc.). Make sure she knows how to contact you.
Inform school staff about health and emotional concerns. Whether your child has a food allergy, a physical disability, or has been subject to bullying. Make sure to keep your child's teachers and Principal in the loop.