School Uniform

Uniforms are a fundamental part of school culture at Hillsdale Preparatory School.  Uniforms allow students to focus on their studies and to be free of the peer pressure that can result from a fashion competition.  For this reason, all students are asked to wear the same uniform.

The official source for Hillsdale Preparatory School uniforms is the French Toast Company (800) 373-6248.  Uniforms may be purchased on-line at www.frenchtoast.com(*), or www.marcusuniforms.com, by fax and sent directly to your home.  NOTE:  Additionally, while stocking levels do vary, some French Toast uniform pieces can be purchased through other vendors.  This includes polo’s, blouses, pants, shorts & skirts (not plaid items).  Shoes, backpacks, belts and optional outerwear may be purchased from other vendors as long as they conform to this dress code. 

Formal uniforms consist of a white blouse (not polo) and plaid or navy jumper, skort or skirt for girls, and white shirt (not polo), plaid or navy tie (grades 3-8), and navy pants or shorts with belt for boys.  Formal uniforms must be worn on Mondays.  They may be worn on other days as well if desired.

Girls K-8 Formal Uniform must be worn on Mondays:

  • V-Neck Jumper-Navy/Red Plaid (#1398)* or Navy V-Neck Jumper(#1046)*
  • Pleated Skirt-Navy/Red Plaid (#1065)* or Three-Tab Plaid Skort-Navy/Red Plaid (#1068)*
  • Collared White Blouse- short sleeve or long sleeve
  • Adjustable Tie-cross style-Navy/Red Plaid (#10754)*

Girls Optional Pieces for K-8- may be worn any day, except Mondays

  • Fine Gauge Cardigan Sweater-Navy (#1120)*
  • Jersey Knit Crew Neck Cardigan Sweater-Navy (#1072)*
  • V-Neck Sweater Vest-Navy (#1029)*
  • Pique Polo Shirt with Knit Collar- red (short sleeve #1012)* or (long sleeve #1009)*
  • Long sleeve turtleneck-White (#1077)*                                   
  • Long Skirt-Navy (#1373)*
  • Pleated Pant-Navy (#1055)*                                                                                                                       
  • Flat Front All-Season Pant-Navy (#1273)*
  • Pleated Short-Navy (#1062)*
  • Bermuda Short-Navy (#1303)*

NOTE:  Shorts may not be worn from November 1 until April 1, as they are inappropriate for the coldest months.  Appropriate shorts may be worn under skirts for physical education class and navy leggings may be worn under skirts and jumpers.

Boys K-2 Formal Uniform must be worn on Mondays

  • Oxford Shirt-White (short sleeve #1020)* or (long sleeve #1017)*
  • Pleated Double Knee Pant-Navy (#1005)*
  • Double-Knee Pant-Navy (#1004)*

Boys 3-8 Formal Uniform-must be worn on Mondays

  • Oxford Shirt-White (short sleeve #1020)* or (long sleeve #1017)*
  • Pleated Double Knee Pant-Navy (#1005)*
  • Double-Knee Pant-Navy (1004)*
  • Full-Make Tie-Navy/Red Plaid (#11333)*Plain Navy Tie(11323)* or Adjustable Tie-Navy/Red Plaid (#10302 or #10301)* (purchased thru www.frenchtoast.com)

Boys Optional Pieces for K-8- may be worn any day except Mondays

  • Pique Polo Shirt with Knit Collar- Red (short sleeve #1012)* or (long sleeve #1009)*
  • V-Neck Sweater Vest-Navy (#1029)*
  • Jersey Knit V-Neck Cardigan-Navy (#1027)*
  • Pleated Shorts-Navy (#1024)*
  • Flat Front Short-Navy (#1308)*
  • Long Sleeve Turtleneck-White (#1293)*

General Uniform Information:

Footwear:  Girls may choose simple black, dark brown or navy leather shoes including oxfords, “bucks”, loafers, T-straps, and “Mary Janes.”  Girl’s socks may be navy or black in color, tights may be solid navy or white in color. 

Boys may choose simple black, dark brown or navy leather shoes including oxfords, “bucks”, or loafers.  Boys may wear simple navy or black socks.

Chunky-healed shoes, platform shoes, athletic shoes, sandals, wheeled-skate shoes or boots will not be allowed.  All shoes must be enclosed. 

Belts:  Any clothing that has belt loops is required to be worn with a belt.  They will be plain black, dark brown or navy blue with simple buckles.

Jewelry:  Girls may wear post-style stud pierced earrings that are simple in style.  No dangling, magnetic, or stick-on earrings will be allowed.  All students may wear silent watches.  No other jewelry will be permitted, including necklaces, rings, bracelets, etc.

Make-Up:  Make-up is not allowed at Hillsdale Preparatory School.  This includes nail polish, body art, and temporary tattoos.

Hair:  All hairstyles will be simple and traditional and should not hang in their face.  There will be no long hair (below collar) allowed for boys.  Hair accessories must be simple.  Hats and bandanas are not allowed.  No students will be allowed to dye or spike their hair.

Gym Attire:  Students, grades 3 to 8, must wear solid color navy sweats or shorts and a solid gray t-shirt to gym class.  Only non-marking tennis shoes will be allowed in the gym.

Students, grades K to 2, must wear non-marking gym shoes, and girls wearing skirts must wear shorts underneath.

Outerwear and Accessories:  All coats, jackets and backpacks must be age appropriate.  Lunch boxes should also be simple.

Casual Day:  One Friday per month, students are allowed to wear their non-uniform.  Students will not be allowed to wear tank tops, halter tops, strapless tops, short shorts and skirts (above fingertip), or non-enclosed shoes.  If you have questions regarding what is appropriate, please contact your child’s teacher or the office.   

Uniform Violations:  Consequences for dress code violations:
1st Violation:  Notice of Concern from teacher
2nd Violation:  Notice of Concern and conference with teacher and parent
3rd Violation:  Discipline Notice from teacher and sent to Headmaster for disciplinary action.*

*Students will receive a clean slate at the beginning of the second semester.