The following student appearance expectations must be adhered to by all students at all times:
- Hair must be clean, tidy, above the collar and not over the eyes
- Hair should be no shorter than a number 2 and should not be long enough to be tied up in any form
- The student's fringe should be short enough to ensure hair is kept out of his eyes when combed straight down
- Natural hair colour must be maintained (no dyed hair)
- Extreme hairstyles including, but not restricted to a mohawk, mullet, shaved hair styles, or braided/matted hair are not permitted
- Students at all levels must be clean-shaven and side burns should not be below the ears
- Tattoos are not permitted
- Body piercing is not permitted
- Cosmetic make up including, but not limited to, nail polish, lipstick or eyeliner is not permitted
- Students are expected to have clean skin and to protect themselves against body and foot odour.
Shoes
Shoes must be black, polish-able lace-up only. No suede, designed, rimmed or slip-on shoes are allowed. Shoes must be clean and polished at all times.
The School Uniform Centre (553 Remuera Road) stocks a full range of McKinlays shoes; Sacred Heart families are entitled to a 10% discount on presentation of a voucher which can be obtained from the Uniform Shop.