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HOME SCHOOL INFORMATION SCHOOL RULES School Rules School Rules School Information School History Vision, Mission, Core Values, Philosophy Crest, Motto, Creed, Song School Rules School Facilities School Canteen School Information School History Vision, Mission, Core Values, Philosophy Crest, Motto, Creed, Song School Rules School Facilities School Canteen School Rules Students pledge. Students will take the National Pledge with the right fist placed over the heart. Students should be at the assembly venue in school by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri) and they may only leave school after being dismissed from the last lesson/activity for the day. During school hours, no student is allowed to leave the class or school without permission. Students must be accompanied by their parents or guardians if they need to leave before dismissal time. All students are not allowed to have in their possession any weapon. They are also not allowed to bring any weapon-like item which can be used or intended to be used to cause harm to others. Male students must be neat in appearance, clean shaven and no facial hair is allowed. No modification to the school uniform is allowed. Students are not allowed to wear any form of jewellery nor any fancy watches. Girls are allowed to wear plain ear studs (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) which are black, silver or gold in colour. Students are not allowed to sell any items, charge for services or lend money to any other students. Students who need to borrow money should approach their form teacher. Students are encouraged to speak English at all times except during Mother Tongue lessons. Students should be in PE attire for Physical Education (PE) lessons. They are allowed to come to school in their PE attire only on days when they have PE lessons or on days when there are level-wide scheduled physical activities. On other days, students are expected to be in their school uniform. Students should practise the 3 Rs – Reuse, Reduce and Recycle to help save our environment. Students must abide by procedures detailed by the school. The procedures help the school to maintain a safe and conducive environment for learning and growing to take place. Students must abide by the rules and regulations detailed under Proper Attire and Behaviour in their student handbook. Proper Attire Uniform Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform. No modification to the school uniform is not allowed. Every student should try to have at least two sets of uniforms and PE attire. School uniforms should be well ironed, clean and free from any unpleasant odour. The name tag should be sewn on the left side of the uniform, 2 cm above the school badge. Students must wear their name tags at all times. Students should button up the buttons on the shirt / blouse except the one nearest the collar. Girls’ culottes should not be shortened. PE t-shirts should be tucked in at all times. Appearance A neat and clean appearance is expected of all students, including when travelling to and from school. Nails should be short, clean and unpainted. No dyeing or highlighting of hair is allowed. For boys: Boys are to keep their hair short and the fringe should not cover the eyebrows. There should be no sideburns. Hair must not touch the ears or the collar of the uniform. Avoid using hair gel / spray. For girls: Girls who keep long hair (shoulder length or longer) should have their hair tied up neatly/plaited and combed back from the face. The fringe should not cover the eyebrows and must be secured with a clip or a band. Only plain black clips, ribbons or hair bands may be used. Accessories Watches should be of a simple design. Avoid big, chunky and colourful pieces. Only girls are allowed to wear ear studs. Only one plain and simple black, silver or gold ear stud (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) should be worn on each ear. No other accessories, jewellery, makeup or items not in the prescribed school uniform are allowed. Shoes and Socks Students are to wear clean black shoes and black socks. Shoes should be plain with no designs. Branded shoes should not be worn and no sport shoes are allowed unless for special reasons. Socks should be above ankle length. Items Not to be Brought to School Electronic devices such as tablets or video game consoles. Large amounts of money or expensive items. Chewing gum Sharp / dangerous objects Toys, card games or any other items that may disrupt the learning process Mobile Phones and Smartwatches Students are strongly discouraged from bringing their mobile phones or smartwatches to school. If there is a real need to do so, mobile phones MUST be switched off and both mobile phones and smartwatches must be kept in the bag during curriculum hours. Mobile phones and smartwatches should be used only for contacting parents . Students are not allowed to use these devices for other purposes (e.g. playing games, listening to music, etc.), even while waiting for their parents to pick them up. This is with the exception of the POSB Smart Buddy, which can be used to make digital payments at the canteen. When contacting parents, students can use their mobile phones or smartwatches only at the area outside the dental clinic. Mobile phones and smartwatches are not allowed in examination venues. These devices MUST be kept in the bag during examinations. Students need to take responsibility for their personal belongings. The school will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of mobile phones or smartwatches. Mobile phones and smartwatches, if used inappropriately, may be confiscated and returned only to the parents. Morning Reporting Time Morning activities are planned for students from 7.30 a.m. to 7.45 a.m. They include fitness activities, prize-giving, presentations, briefings, and attire checks, to name a few. As such, students are expected to be at the assembly venue from 7.30 a.m. every morning. Should a student need to eat his / her breakfast in school, they may do so before 7.25 a.m.. If a student reaches school after 7.25 a.m. (Mon – Thu), they may still buy their breakfast from the School Canteen to be packed and consumed during Snack Time and should promptly make their way to the assembly venue after buying their food. All students are required to be present when the National Anthem is sung and the National Pledge is taken. As such, students will not be allowed to buy food from 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri). All students should also be in school no later than 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri) in order to reach the assembly venue by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri). Parents should remind their children about the importance of punctuality and assist in planning his / her travel time to take into consideration possible delays such as traffic jams. Students will receive warning letters if they are persistently late after several reminders are given. Illness and Absence from School Students are expected to attend school regularly and punctually to benefit fully from their learning and school experiences. Students who are unwell should not attend school. Parents/Guardians should inform the Form Teacher of their child’s absence and provide a doctor’s medical certificate (MC) or a parent’s letter*. MCs and letters may be submitted in hardcopy or through Parents Gateway. If a student falls ill in school, only the parent/guardian/caregiver may take the student home. Regular attendance is important for students’ learning and development. Where absences occur due to truancy (e.g. willful absence from school) and other invalid reasons, the school will follow up with the student and parents/guardians to address the matter and support the student in returning to regular attendance. Travelling overseas during school term is discouraged. Parents/Guardians who need to travel during term time should submit a request through Parents Gateway with the reason stated. If a student is absent, the Form Teacher may contact parents/guardians to check on his/her well-being. For frequent absences, the school will follow up with the family to understand the situation and provide necessary support. *Parent letters are limited to five per semester , with each letter covering no more than two days . Absences beyond this limit may be recorded as invalid which may affect his/her conduct grade. Policy On The Use Of The Internet Corporation Primary School is well equipped with devices such as computers and iPads in the computer laboratories. Devices are used as a tool in teaching and learning with the aim to facilitate learning through the use of information technology. The Internet is an extremely rich resource both for learning and for interaction. We encourage students to make effective use of the rich information and resources available on the Internet both for study and for interaction. We also encourage students to develop the appropriate skills and understanding that will enable them to use these resources well and safely, as well as the ability to analyse and evaluate the resources they find. These new media literacy skills will be fundamental in the society our students will be entering. Children using the school’s computing facilities will be expected to comply with the following rules. Failure to abide by the rules may result in a temporary or permanent ban on the student’s use of the facilities. I will play games during lessons only if instructed by my teacher for teaching and learning purposes. I will surf the Internet during lessons only under my teacher’s guidance. I will keep my password a secret and will not share it with anyone. I will not share my personal information (e.g., address, phone number, pictures) with anyone online. I will obey the terms of use for social media platforms (e.g. WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok require users to be at least 13 years old) and will not create accounts if I am underaged. I will check the reliability and accuracy of the information I access online and recognise that some websites may contain incorrect or misleading content. I will only download, copy, or share videos, music, pictures, or other people’s work with their permission. I will immediately report any online encounters with strangers to a trusted adult. I will stay respectful and will not harm, bully, or say unkind words to others online or offline. I will only take or post pictures or videos of others with their permission. The school has built and maintained this website on the world wide web and pages on various social media platforms. Students whose work or images appear on these platforms will be identified only by their first names. Should any parent or guardian particularly wish their child’s / ward’s name or photograph not to appear on these platforms or school publications, they may email the school principal to make that request. Offences and Actions / Support PREVIOUS Crest, Motto, Creed, Song NEXT School Facilities School Information School History Vision, Mission, Core Values, Philosophy Crest, Motto, Creed, Song School Rules School Facilities School Canteen School Rules Students pledge. Students will take the National Pledge with the right fist placed over the heart. Students should be at the assembly venue in school by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri) and they may only leave school after being dismissed from the last lesson/activity for the day. During school hours, no student is allowed to leave the class or school without permission. Students must be accompanied by their parents or guardians if they need to leave before dismissal time. All students are not allowed to have in their possession any weapon. They are also not allowed to bring any weapon-like item which can be used or intended to be used to cause harm to others. Male students must be neat in appearance, clean shaven and no facial hair is allowed. No modification to the school uniform is allowed. Students are not allowed to wear any form of jewellery nor any fancy watches. Girls are allowed to wear plain ear studs (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) which are black, silver or gold in colour. Students are not allowed to sell any items, charge for services or lend money to any other students. Students who need to borrow money should approach their form teacher. Students are encouraged to speak English at all times except during Mother Tongue lessons. Students should be in PE attire for Physical Education (PE) lessons. They are allowed to come to school in their PE attire only on days when they have PE lessons or on days when there are level-wide scheduled physical activities. On other days, students are expected to be in their school uniform. Students should practise the 3 Rs – Reuse, Reduce and Recycle to help save our environment. Students must abide by procedures detailed by the school. The procedures help the school to maintain a safe and conducive environment for learning and growing to take place. Students must abide by the rules and regulations detailed under Proper Attire and Behaviour in their student handbook. Proper Attire Uniform Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform. No modification to the school uniform is not allowed. Every student should try to have at least two sets of uniforms and PE attire. School uniforms should be well ironed, clean and free from any unpleasant odour. The name tag should be sewn on the left side of the uniform, 2 cm above the school badge. Students must wear their name tags at all times. Students should button up the buttons on the shirt / blouse except the one nearest the collar. Girls’ culottes should not be shortened. PE t-shirts should be tucked in at all times. Appearance A neat and clean appearance is expected of all students, including when travelling to and from school. Nails should be short, clean and unpainted. No dyeing or highlighting of hair is allowed. For boys: Boys are to keep their hair short and the fringe should not cover the eyebrows. There should be no sideburns. Hair must not touch the ears or the collar of the uniform. Avoid using hair gel / spray. For girls: Girls who keep long hair (shoulder length or longer) should have their hair tied up neatly/plaited and combed back from the face. The fringe should not cover the eyebrows and must be secured with a clip or a band. Only plain black clips, ribbons or hair bands may be used. Accessories Watches should be of a simple design. Avoid big, chunky and colourful pieces. Only girls are allowed to wear ear studs. Only one plain and simple black, silver or gold ear stud (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) should be worn on each ear. No other accessories, jewellery, makeup or items not in the prescribed school uniform are allowed. Shoes and Socks Students are to wear clean black shoes and black socks. Shoes should be plain with no designs. Branded shoes should not be worn and no sport shoes are allowed unless for special reasons. Socks should be above ankle length. Items Not to be Brought to School Electronic devices such as tablets or video game consoles. Large amounts of money or expensive items. Chewing gum Sharp / dangerous objects Toys, card games or any other items that may disrupt the learning process Mobile Phones and Smartwatches Students are strongly discouraged from bringing their mobile phones or smartwatches to school. If there is a real need to do so, mobile phones MUST be switched off and both mobile phones and smartwatches must be kept in the bag during curriculum hours. Mobile phones and smartwatches should be used only for contacting parents . Students are not allowed to use these devices for other purposes (e.g. playing games, listening to music, etc.), even while waiting for their parents to pick them up. This is with the exception of the POSB Smart Buddy, which can be used to make digital payments at the canteen. When contacting parents, students can use their mobile phones or smartwatches only at the area outside the dental clinic. Mobile phones and smartwatches are not allowed in examination venues. These devices MUST be kept in the bag during examinations. Students need to take responsibility for their personal belongings. The school will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of mobile phones or smartwatches. Mobile phones and smartwatches, if used inappropriately, may be confiscated and returned only to the parents. Morning Reporting Time Morning activities are planned for students from 7.30 a.m. to 7.45 a.m. They include fitness activities, prize-giving, presentations, briefings, and attire checks, to name a few. As such, students are expected to be at the assembly venue from 7.30 a.m. every morning. Should a student need to eat his / her breakfast in school, they may do so before 7.25 a.m.. If a student reaches school after 7.25 a.m. (Mon – Thu), they may still buy their breakfast from the School Canteen to be packed and consumed during Snack Time and should promptly make their way to the assembly venue after buying their food. All students are required to be present when the National Anthem is sung and the National Pledge is taken. As such, students will not be allowed to buy food from 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri). All students should also be in school no later than 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri) in order to reach the assembly venue by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri). Parents should remind their children about the importance of punctuality and assist in planning his / her travel time to take into consideration possible delays such as traffic jams. Students will receive warning letters if they are persistently late after several reminders are given. Illness and Absence from School Students are expected to attend school regularly and punctually to benefit fully from their learning and school experiences. Students who are unwell should not attend school. Parents/Guardians should inform the Form Teacher of their child’s absence and provide a doctor’s medical certificate (MC) or a parent’s letter*. MCs and letters may be submitted in hardcopy or through Parents Gateway. If a student falls ill in school, only the parent/guardian/caregiver may take the student home. Regular attendance is important for students’ learning and development. Where absences occur due to truancy (e.g. willful absence from school) and other invalid reasons, the school will follow up with the student and parents/guardians to address the matter and support the student in returning to regular attendance. Travelling overseas during school term is discouraged. Parents/Guardians who need to travel during term time should submit a request through Parents Gateway with the reason stated. If a student is absent, the Form Teacher may contact parents/guardians to check on his/her well-being. For frequent absences, the school will follow up with the family to understand the situation and provide necessary support. *Parent letters are limited to five per semester , with each letter covering no more than two days . Absences beyond this limit may be recorded as invalid which may affect his/her conduct grade. Policy On The Use Of The Internet Corporation Primary School is well equipped with devices such as computers and iPads in the computer laboratories. Devices are used as a tool in teaching and learning with the aim to facilitate learning through the use of information technology. The Internet is an extremely rich resource both for learning and for interaction. We encourage students to make effective use of the rich information and resources available on the Internet both for study and for interaction. We also encourage students to develop the appropriate skills and understanding that will enable them to use these resources well and safely, as well as the ability to analyse and evaluate the resources they find. These new media literacy skills will be fundamental in the society our students will be entering. Children using the school’s computing facilities will be expected to comply with the following rules. Failure to abide by the rules may result in a temporary or permanent ban on the student’s use of the facilities. I will play games during lessons only if instructed by my teacher for teaching and learning purposes. I will surf the Internet during lessons only under my teacher’s guidance. I will keep my password a secret and will not share it with anyone. I will not share my personal information (e.g., address, phone number, pictures) with anyone online. I will obey the terms of use for social media platforms (e.g. WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok require users to be at least 13 years old) and will not create accounts if I am underaged. I will check the reliability and accuracy of the information I access online and recognise that some websites may contain incorrect or misleading content. I will only download, copy, or share videos, music, pictures, or other people’s work with their permission. I will immediately report any online encounters with strangers to a trusted adult. I will stay respectful and will not harm, bully, or say unkind words to others online or offline. I will only take or post pictures or videos of others with their permission. The school has built and maintained this website on the world wide web and pages on various social media platforms. Students whose work or images appear on these platforms will be identified only by their first names. Should any parent or guardian particularly wish their child’s / ward’s name or photograph not to appear on these platforms or school publications, they may email the school principal to make that request. Offences and Actions / Support School Rules Students pledge. Students will take the National Pledge with the right fist placed over the heart. Students should be at the assembly venue in school by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri) and they may only leave school after being dismissed from the last lesson/activity for the day. During school hours, no student is allowed to leave the class or school without permission. Students must be accompanied by their parents or guardians if they need to leave before dismissal time. All students are not allowed to have in their possession any weapon. They are also not allowed to bring any weapon-like item which can be used or intended to be used to cause harm to others. Male students must be neat in appearance, clean shaven and no facial hair is allowed. No modification to the school uniform is allowed. Students are not allowed to wear any form of jewellery nor any fancy watches. Girls are allowed to wear plain ear studs (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) which are black, silver or gold in colour. Students are not allowed to sell any items, charge for services or lend money to any other students. Students who need to borrow money should approach their form teacher. Students are encouraged to speak English at all times except during Mother Tongue lessons. Students should be in PE attire for Physical Education (PE) lessons. They are allowed to come to school in their PE attire only on days when they have PE lessons or on days when there are level-wide scheduled physical activities. On other days, students are expected to be in their school uniform. Students should practise the 3 Rs – Reuse, Reduce and Recycle to help save our environment. Students must abide by procedures detailed by the school. The procedures help the school to maintain a safe and conducive environment for learning and growing to take place. Students must abide by the rules and regulations detailed under Proper Attire and Behaviour in their student handbook. Proper Attire Uniform Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform. No modification to the school uniform is not allowed. Every student should try to have at least two sets of uniforms and PE attire. School uniforms should be well ironed, clean and free from any unpleasant odour. The name tag should be sewn on the left side of the uniform, 2 cm above the school badge. Students must wear their name tags at all times. Students should button up the buttons on the shirt / blouse except the one nearest the collar. Girls’ culottes should not be shortened. PE t-shirts should be tucked in at all times. Appearance A neat and clean appearance is expected of all students, including when travelling to and from school. Nails should be short, clean and unpainted. No dyeing or highlighting of hair is allowed. For boys: Boys are to keep their hair short and the fringe should not cover the eyebrows. There should be no sideburns. Hair must not touch the ears or the collar of the uniform. Avoid using hair gel / spray. For girls: Girls who keep long hair (shoulder length or longer) should have their hair tied up neatly/plaited and combed back from the face. The fringe should not cover the eyebrows and must be secured with a clip or a band. Only plain black clips, ribbons or hair bands may be used. Accessories Watches should be of a simple design. Avoid big, chunky and colourful pieces. Only girls are allowed to wear ear studs. Only one plain and simple black, silver or gold ear stud (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) should be worn on each ear. No other accessories, jewellery, makeup or items not in the prescribed school uniform are allowed. Shoes and Socks Students are to wear clean black shoes and black socks. Shoes should be plain with no designs. Branded shoes should not be worn and no sport shoes are allowed unless for special reasons. Socks should be above ankle length. Items Not to be Brought to School Electronic devices such as tablets or video game consoles. Large amounts of money or expensive items. Chewing gum Sharp / dangerous objects Toys, card games or any other items that may disrupt the learning process Mobile Phones and Smartwatches Students are strongly discouraged from bringing their mobile phones or smartwatches to school. If there is a real need to do so, mobile phones MUST be switched off and both mobile phones and smartwatches must be kept in the bag during curriculum hours. Mobile phones and smartwatches should be used only for contacting parents . Students are not allowed to use these devices for other purposes (e.g. playing games, listening to music, etc.), even while waiting for their parents to pick them up. This is with the exception of the POSB Smart Buddy, which can be used to make digital payments at the canteen. When contacting parents, students can use their mobile phones or smartwatches only at the area outside the dental clinic. Mobile phones and smartwatches are not allowed in examination venues. These devices MUST be kept in the bag during examinations. Students need to take responsibility for their personal belongings. The school will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of mobile phones or smartwatches. Mobile phones and smartwatches, if used inappropriately, may be confiscated and returned only to the parents. Morning Reporting Time Morning activities are planned for students from 7.30 a.m. to 7.45 a.m. They include fitness activities, prize-giving, presentations, briefings, and attire checks, to name a few. As such, students are expected to be at the assembly venue from 7.30 a.m. every morning. Should a student need to eat his / her breakfast in school, they may do so before 7.25 a.m.. If a student reaches school after 7.25 a.m. (Mon – Thu), they may still buy their breakfast from the School Canteen to be packed and consumed during Snack Time and should promptly make their way to the assembly venue after buying their food. All students are required to be present when the National Anthem is sung and the National Pledge is taken. As such, students will not be allowed to buy food from 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri). All students should also be in school no later than 7.40 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.25 a.m. (Fri) in order to reach the assembly venue by 7.45 a.m. (Mon – Thu) or 7.30 a.m. (Fri). Parents should remind their children about the importance of punctuality and assist in planning his / her travel time to take into consideration possible delays such as traffic jams. Students will receive warning letters if they are persistently late after several reminders are given. Illness and Absence from School Students are expected to attend school regularly and punctually to benefit fully from their learning and school experiences. Students who are unwell should not attend school. Parents/Guardians should inform the Form Teacher of their child’s absence and provide a doctor’s medical certificate (MC) or a parent’s letter*. MCs and letters may be submitted in hardcopy or through Parents Gateway. If a student falls ill in school, only the parent/guardian/caregiver may take the student home. Regular attendance is important for students’ learning and development. Where absences occur due to truancy (e.g. willful absence from school) and other invalid reasons, the school will follow up with the student and parents/guardians to address the matter and support the student in returning to regular attendance. Travelling overseas during school term is discouraged. Parents/Guardians who need to travel during term time should submit a request through Parents Gateway with the reason stated. If a student is absent, the Form Teacher may contact parents/guardians to check on his/her well-being. For frequent absences, the school will follow up with the family to understand the situation and provide necessary support. *Parent letters are limited to five per semester , with each letter covering no more than two days . Absences beyond this limit may be recorded as invalid which may affect his/her conduct grade. Policy On The Use Of The Internet Corporation Primary School is well equipped with devices such as computers and iPads in the computer laboratories. Devices are used as a tool in teaching and learning with the aim to facilitate learning through the use of information technology. The Internet is an extremely rich resource both for learning and for interaction. We encourage students to make effective use of the rich information and resources available on the Internet both for study and for interaction. We also encourage students to develop the appropriate skills and understanding that will enable them to use these resources well and safely, as well as the ability to analyse and evaluate the resources they find. These new media literacy skills will be fundamental in the society our students will be entering. Children using the school’s computing facilities will be expected to comply with the following rules. Failure to abide by the rules may result in a temporary or permanent ban on the student’s use of the facilities. I will play games during lessons only if instructed by my teacher for teaching and learning purposes. I will surf the Internet during lessons only under my teacher’s guidance. I will keep my password a secret and will not share it with anyone. I will not share my personal information (e.g., address, phone number, pictures) with anyone online. I will obey the terms of use for social media platforms (e.g. WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok require users to be at least 13 years old) and will not create accounts if I am underaged. I will check the reliability and accuracy of the information I access online and recognise that some websites may contain incorrect or misleading content. I will only download, copy, or share videos, music, pictures, or other people’s work with their permission. I will immediately report any online encounters with strangers to a trusted adult. I will stay respectful and will not harm, bully, or say unkind words to others online or offline. I will only take or post pictures or videos of others with their permission. The school has built and maintained this website on the world wide web and pages on various social media platforms. Students whose work or images appear on these platforms will be identified only by their first names. Should any parent or guardian particularly wish their child’s / ward’s name or photograph not to appear on these platforms or school publications, they may email the school principal to make that request. Offences and Actions / Support No modification to the school uniform is allowed. Students should be in PE attire for Physical Education (PE) lessons. They are allowed to come to school in their PE attire only on days when they have PE lessons or on days when there are level-wide scheduled physical activities. On other days, students are expected to be in their school uniform. Students must abide by the rules and regulations detailed under Proper Attire and Behaviour in their student handbook. Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform. No modification to the school uniform is not allowed. Every student should try to have at least two sets of uniforms and PE attire. School uniforms should be well ironed, clean and free from any unpleasant odour. The name tag should be sewn on the left side of the uniform, 2 cm above the school badge. Students must wear their name tags at all times. Students should button up the buttons on the shirt / blouse except the one nearest the collar. Girls’ culottes should not be shortened. PE t-shirts should be tucked in at all times. Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform. No modification to the school uniform is not allowed. Every student should try to have at least two sets of uniforms and PE attire. School uniforms should be well ironed, clean and free from any unpleasant odour. The name tag should be sewn on the left side of the uniform, 2 cm above the school badge. Students must wear their name tags at all times. A neat and clean appearance is expected of all students, including when travelling to and from school. Nails should be short, clean and unpainted. No dyeing or highlighting of hair is allowed. For boys: Boys are to keep their hair short and the fringe should not cover the eyebrows. There should be no sideburns. Hair must not touch the ears or the collar of the uniform. Avoid using hair gel / spray. For girls: Girls who keep long hair (shoulder length or longer) should have their hair tied up neatly/plaited and combed back from the face. The fringe should not cover the eyebrows and must be secured with a clip or a band. Only plain black clips, ribbons or hair bands may be used. Hair must not touch the ears or the collar of the uniform. Watches should be of a simple design. Avoid big, chunky and colourful pieces. Only girls are allowed to wear ear studs. Only one plain and simple black, silver or gold ear stud (no wider than 5 mm in diameter) should be worn on each ear. No other accessories, jewellery, makeup or items not in the prescribed school uniform are allowed. No other accessories, jewellery, makeup or items not in the prescribed school uniform are allowed. Students are to wear clean black shoes and black socks. Shoes should be plain with no designs. Branded shoes should not be worn and no sport shoes are allowed unless for special reasons. Socks should be above ankle length. Students are to wear clean black shoes and black socks. Shoes should be plain with no designs. Branded shoes should not be worn and no sport shoes are allowed unless for special reasons. Socks should be above ankle length.