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Dress Code

TAISM has a dress code that is comfortable, respectful of Oman’s culture, and appropriate for our school climate:

1. The school dress code applies to grades 1-12.
2. Students are responsible for being neat, clean and dressed appropriately.
3. Wearing of valuable jewelry and jewelry in quantity is discouraged. TAISM accepts no responsibility for any jewelry brought to school.
4. Provocative or unusual hair styles or hair coloring are not considered appropriate for school.
5. Provocative, excessive or unusual make-up is not considered appropriate for school.
6. Shoes should be comfortable street shoes, athletic shoes, or sandals. High heels are not allowed.
7. Hats are not to be worn inside the school building.
8. In the Secondary School, gym shirts and gym shorts are NOT to be worn at school except for Physical Education classes.
9. Due to the intensity of the sun, students are urged to wear hats outside, especially during the hottest weeks of the school year. UV rays are strongest at midday (10:00 - 3:00).
10. All decisions regarding appropriate dress remain the School Principal’s prerogative.

For Boys:

Shirts - TAISM polo shirts should be red, white, or blue and are purchased from the school reception.

Pants/Shorts – Pants and shorts should be dark blue or khaki. Pants should not be frayed, should fit properly and be in good repair.  Dark blue jeans, not faded, may be worn.  Sweat/athletic pants are not allowed.  Boys in Grade 1 to Grade 8 may wear shorts, but not cut-off or athletic-type shorts. Shorts should be knee-length. For grades 9 and above, half pants, shorts or sweat/athletic pants are not allowed during the school day.

Jackets/Sweaters/Sweatshirts – Only TAISM sweatshirts may be worn at school and may be purchased from the school reception. A TAISM polo shirt must be worn under the TAISM sweatshirt.

For Girls:

Shirts - TAISM polo shirts should be red, white, or blue and are purchased from the school reception.

Skirts/Pants/Shorts – Skirts, pants, or shorts should be dark blue or khaki. Culottes may also be worn. Skirts and shorts should be knee-length. Dark blue jeans, not faded, may be worn. Capri pants, calf-length, may also be worn for girls in grade 9 and above. Short pants and sweat/athletic pants are not allowed. Cut-offs or athletic-type shorts are not allowed. Tights without a skirt/dress covering them are not acceptable. Short pants for girls in grade 9 and above are not allowed to be worn at school.

Jackets/Sweaters/Sweatshirts – Only TAISM sweatshirts may be worn at school and may be purchased from the school reception. A TAISM polo shirt must be worn under the TAISM sweatshirt.

Physical Education Clothing for Boys and Girls:

Students must wear their PE uniforms for PE classes. Grades 1-5 students may wear their PE uniform on PE days as per their schedule. Students should have at least two uniforms. PE uniforms are optional for students in Kindergarten.

Swimming is an integral part of the PE program. Girls must wear one-piece swimsuits, and boys must wear swimming trunks (liner and drawstring) or racing suits. Students are required to bring a towel. Swimming goggles are recommended.

No jewelry should be worn during PE classes.