Serving the spiritual and academic needs of our children since 1958 
Dress Code

Neatness and cleanliness in personal attire are part of a child’s education and the responsibility of the parents. When a child looks and feels good about himself/herself, he/she acts and works accordingly.

The complete school uniform is required for each student every day. Uniforms are to be worn to all field trips and other school-related trips, unless otherwise specified by the Principal. Any student not in compliance with the dress code will receive a demerit. If at any time during the year an exception in uniform is necessary, a note of explanation must be sent to the child’s teacher who will forward it to the principal. This note should indicate the expected date by which the uniform will be complete.

Saint Teresa of Avila School reserves the right to modify the dress code.

Personal appearance that constitutes a distraction is not permitted. Final approval/ disapproval are at the discretion of the Principal.
BOYS: GRADES 1 to 8
  • White polo shirt, properly tucked in.
  • Khaki Uniform trousers. Jeans, overalls, military clothing are not permitted
  • Navy blue pullover V-neck long-sleeve sweater or vest with Saint Teresa of Avila emblem, to be worn between October 15 and April 15. All sweaters and vests must be purchased at Flynn & O’Hara to ensure uniformity.
  • Dark brown or black dress shoes and dark socks. No sneakers are permitted.
  • Dark leather belt
GIRLS: GRADES 1 to 4
  • White polo shirt, either long or short-sleeved.
  • Plaid jumper, with length near the knee
  • Navy blue cardigan (optional)
  • Dark brown, black or navy blue dress shoe. No sneakers are permitted.
  • Navy blue or dark green knee-socks or leotards
GIRLS: GRADES 5 to 8
  • Plaid kilt with respectable length near the knee
  • White polo shirt
  • Navy blue pullover V-neck long-sleeve sweater or vest with Saint Teresa of Avila emblem to be worn from October 15 to April 15. All sweaters and vests must be purchased at Flynn & O’Hara to ensure uniformity.
  • Dark brown, black or navy blue dress shoes. No sneakers are permitted.
  • Navy blue or dark green knee-socks or leotards
KINDGERGARTEN: BOYS AND GIRLS
  • Gym uniforms will be worn every day.
PRE-K 3 and 4: BOYS AND GIRLS
  • Neat play clothing.
GYM UNIFORM: BOYS AND GIRLS ALL GRADES
Gym uniforms are to be worn on the day of scheduled physical education and are to be worn for the entire school day.
  • Navy blue shorts or sweatpants with Saint Teresa of Avila emblem
  • Yellow tee-shirt with Saint Teresa of Avila emblem
  • Navy blue sweatshirt with Saint Teresa of Avila emblem
  • White socks and white sneakers
HAIR STYLES/GROOMING
Student’s hair is to be neat and clean, and groomed conservatively. No extreme styles or colors are permitted. Students are expected to come to school in a state of cleanliness. Boys hair may not touch the shirt collar and ‘tails’ are unacceptable.
JEWELRY
Although jewelry is not a part of the school uniform, post earrings of a small and conservative style are permitted to be worn by the girls. Boys are not permitted to wear earrings. Bracelets, both ankle and wrist, pins, and buttons are not a part of the school uniform. This includes all rope, yarn and beaded neck, wrist and ankle bands. A religious medal or cross on a chain is permitted.
MAKEUP
Makeup is not part of the school uniform. Clear or sheer nail polish is permitted.




St. Teresa of Avila School • 2550 Parkview Drive • Norristown, PA 19403 • 610-666-6069