Uniform


 Uniform Expectations 2026

 

At Katikati College, we work in conjunction with parents to ensure that our uniform code and expectations are met. The correct school uniform is to be worn at school and at all school-related functions. This includes:

  • The normal school day 8.30 - 3.05
  • School Exams (Senior and Junior School Exams, NCEA Exams)
  • During PE lessons 
  • While representing the school

 

Year 7 to 10 Boys and Girls

  • Regulation green/black polo shirt 
  • Regulation College sweatshirt and/or College hoodie
  • Long-sleeve black thermal if needed during winter
  • Regulation College black pants, shorts, skirts or lavalava
  • Regulation black jacket
  • Black shoes or black sandals with straps (no brand signs or symbols)
  • Black socks
  • Regulation P.E. top with own black sports shorts
  • Year 10 students may move into the senior blouse/shirt in Terms 3 & 4

 

Year 11 & 12   Boys and Girls 

  • Regulation striped blouse/shirt 
  • Either regulation black pants, shorts, skirts or lavalava
  • Regulation College sweatshirt and/or College hoodie
  • Regulation black jacket 
  • Black shoes or black sandals with straps (no brand signs or symbols)
  • Black socks
  • Regulation tie and blazers for representative and formal occasions 

 

Common Items

  • Regulation sunhat, cap and beanie – no other hats are to be worn (hats to be removed inside)
  • Scarves may be worn in Terms 2 and 3 only. They are required to be black
  • Black or white long-sleeve thermals can be worn

 

Girls

  • Plain black pantyhose (winter)

 

Jackets

  • College jackets may be worn both indoors and outdoors throughout the year. Non-college jackets are not permitted
  • Regulation school uniforms, or sports uniforms, must be worn when travelling

 

All items of clothing are the responsibility of the student and should be named.

 

Facial Piercings - any facial piercings need to be a small stud

 

Facial Hairit is preferred that students are clean-shaven at all times

 

General

In working towards the school values, students are encouraged to have pride in themselves and the school uniform.

 

Jewellery -  it is preferred that students wear jewellery that would be acceptable in a general work environment. 

 

Tattoos - are allowed. Students who have offensive Tattoos will be expected to cover them up.

 

Students wearing an incorrect uniform will be provided with a uniform pass, to be issued by the Dean or SLT. The Dean will contact home to discuss the need for the correct uniform.