Kia ora koutou Parents, Caregivers and Whānau,
I am writing to express our sincere appreciation for your ongoing efforts in ensuring your child wears the correct Waihi College uniform. Your support in this area is invaluable and contributes significantly to the positive tone and identity of our kura.
The wearing of our school uniform is deeply connected to our school values, which we aim to instill in all our ākonga:
- Kotahitanga – Unity, being seen as one. Our uniform fosters a sense of belonging and collective identity within our kura.
- Manaakitanga – Showing respect for our kura, what we stand for, and gaining respect when we are outside of our school. A smart and consistent uniform reflects positively on Waihi College within the wider community.
- Whanaungatanga – Coming together as a whānau unit, to show who we are. Our uniform visually represents our connection as a school whānau.
- Kaitiakitanga – Illustrating guardianship and emphasising the responsibility to protect and care for the kura environment and resources for future generations. Taking pride in our appearance is one way we show care for our kura.
We are proud of our smart uniform here at Waihi College, and ensuring all ākonga are in the correct uniform will be a key focus from Term 2 onwards. We encourage all whānau to continue ensuring their tamariki wear it with pride each day.
As the seasons change here in Aotearoa, so too does our school uniform to ensure our tamariki remain warm and comfortable.
During the summer months, ākonga are permitted to wear regulation polo shirts with regulation shorts, skirts, sports track pants, or long trousers. Please note that trousers should not be jeans, cargo pants, or sweatpants. Footwear should be flat, plain black sandals with a strap.
As we transition through autumn, we understand that some students may wish to wear additional layers underneath their uniform. This can be in the form of a plain black or white thermal worn discreetly under their school shirts.
In the colder months, the school sweatshirt is available, along with a jacket. Please be aware that hoodies (including sports hoodies with the Waihi College logo) and puffer jackets are not part of the school uniform. Shoes should be flat, plain black shoes (any material) with plain black or white socks.
Please see the attached document for an illustration of our school uniform.
We understand that on occasion, a student may not have a part of their school uniform. In such instances, a note from you, the caregiver or whānau, is required. Your tamariki will then be provided with a suitable alternative uniform item from our spares for that day.
If uniform issues become a consistent problem, Waihi College will work with Whānau to find a solution.
Please contact the kura if you have any concerns about uniform for your tamariki.
All uniform items are available for purchase from our Uniform Shop, https://wcol.uniformgroup.co.nz/, which is open, both during term time and holidays, as follows:
Tuesday: 8.00am – 9.00am
Wednesday: 1.40pm – 3.40pm
We deeply appreciate your ongoing support in ensuring all our students stay warm, comfortable, and correctly attired throughout the changing seasons. Together, we can continue to foster a sense of pride and unity within our Waihi College whānau.
Ngā mihi nui,
Amanda Cook