In accordance with the Education Act 1990 and the requirements of the Department of Education and Training, each school community sets its own school discipline code. Part of the school discipline code at Winmalee High School is the requirement that all students wear school uniform. Winmalee High School seeks to constantly provide high standards of education, self-esteem and safety for all its students.
As decided by the overwhelming majority of the school's community (made up of parents, students, teachers and local community members) the wearing of uniform is integral to providing and maintaining these standards. Three major reasons were provided in support of this decision: school uniform helps promote a strong school spirit.
Research shows that students enjoy improved learning outcomes where a strong school spirit exists; school uniform promotes cohesion between different groups within a school thus breaking down discrimination based on financial, religious or cultural background; and school uniform provides a clear identification of students within the school and community. This makes the sighting and removal of uninvited and unwelcome visitors possible.
The school discipline code indicates that it is expected that all students will adhere to the dress code by wearing school uniform. The school has the right to enforce this discipline code.
