School Uniform Information

All students are expected to wear the School Uniform consisting of a Green Polo and Navy fleece top embroidered with the school Logo. Any navy blue shorts, culottes or pants can be worn. The uniform is available from Postie Plus in Masterton.

From the beginning of Term 2 2008 there is an expectation that all children will be in uniform.

Why is a uniform being introduced?
The BOT through its community consultation asked if the introduction of a school uniform was desirable and the response was overwhelmingly in favour.

What is the uniform?
Navy blue shorts/pants/culottes/skirt-any navy blue item can be worn except jeans.
Green embroidered short sleeve polo-from Postie Plus only.
Navy blue embroidered polar fleece/vest-from Postie Plus only.
Any sensible footwear may be worn except heelies, high heels and long boots.
Navy blue wide brimmed sunhat - no caps.

Where do I buy the uniform?
The uniform can be purchased from Postie Plus in Queen Street, Masterton with lay-buy available once the uniform is in stock.  Farmers card and Q card are also accepted. Prior to this vouchers can be purchased and later used to buy uniform items.  It is expected that the uniform will be available for purchase during March.  If you feel you may need help in purchasing uniforms then you may be eligible for Work and Income NZ (WINZ) assistance.  You can contact WINZ by phoning Masterton 06 946 0088 or visiting the Masterton Office in Lincoln Road.

Does buying the uniform from Postie Plus help the school?
Yes, 10% of all sales of Schooltex Postie Plus labelled garments will be credited back to Carterton School.  Just mention you are buying uniform items for Carterton School.

Can I buy uniform items from other places?
You can buy the navy blue shorts/pants etc anywhere, but the navy blue polar fleece and the green polo shirt must be purchased from Postie Plus (these are embroidered with Carterton School Logo).  Remember 10% of all purchases through Postie Plus comes back to the school.

What happens on sport days?
The school uniform will be worn for P.E. and school based sport, but children and teams representing the school will be allocated a maroon polo shirt.

What about jewellery?
A wristwatch, medical bracelet and small unobtrusive ear studs are permitted, but jewellery is not to be worn.  Nail polish and make-up are not to be worn.

What does it cost?
Uniform costs can be found here.