Nativity Catholic School

Nativity Catholic School

Leading the way to Christ

A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

Uniform Code

The dress code provides a standard for our students, which fosters an environment conducive to learning and respectful behavior. Final decisions regarding the school uniform rest with the principal/administration.

Uniform Requirements & Information

All uniforms must be purchased at Flynn and O’Hara in Fair City Mall, Fairfax, Virginia. Also, used summer, winter, and PE uniforms are available for purchase from the PTO.

Flynn and O’Hara measure the girls’ jumper below the knee and the girls’ skirt at the knee or 2” below. It is expected that the girls wear their uniform accordingly. 


GIRLS (K-4)

– Maroon and Gray plaid Split-Front jumper
– Short sleeved white knit shirt – Nativity logo (Apr-Oct)
– Long sleeved white knit shirt (Nov-Mar)
– White Peter Pan instead of button down collar (short sleeve Apr-Oct or long sleeve Nov-Mar)
– Heather Gray cardigan sweater – Nativity logo (mandatory Nov-Mar)
– Gray skort (optional Apr-Oct)
– Fleece Vest or Jacket in Gray or Maroon – Nativity logo (optional)

GIRLS (5-8)

– Maroon and Gray Plaid Sewn Down Knife Pleat Skirt
– Short sleeved white knit shirt – Nativity logo (Apr-Oct)
– Long sleeved white knit shirt (Nov-Mar)
– White button down collar (short sleeve or long sleeve optional)
– Heather gray V-neck long sleeve sweater – Nativity logo (mandatory Nov-Mar)
– Gray skort (optional Apr-Oct)
– Fleece Vest or Jacket in Gray or Maroon – Nativity logo (optional)

BOYS (K-8)

– Heather gray twill pants (Grades K-4)
– Gray Poly/Wool dress pants (Grades 5-8)
– Short sleeved knit shirt – Nativity logo (Apr-Oct)
– Long sleeved knit shirt (Nov-Mar)
– Maroon sleeveless vest – Nativity logo (Nov-Mar) OR
– Maroon V-neck long sleeve sweater – Nativity logo (Nov-Mar)
– Gray twill shorts (optional Apr-Oct)
– A black belt is mandatory
– Fleece Vest or Jacket in Gray or Maroon – Nativity logo (optional)

Commercial sweatshirts or Nativity PE sweatshirts are not part of the formal school uniform and, therefore, cannot be worn in the building throughout the day.

Physical Education Days

Students are to wear their PE uniform on their designated day.

All students K-8:

  • Gray T-shirt – Nativity logo
  • Maroon nylon mesh shorts – Nativity Logo (Apr-Oct)
  • Maroon sweatpants (Nov-Mar)
  • Maroon sweatshirt – Nativity Logo (Nov-Mar)
  • PE shoes (tennis/athletic shoes) must be worn on PE day
  • Kindergarten – Grade 2: optional Velcro sneaker
  • Only white crew socks without a logo or Nativity’s logo white socks are to be worn with the PE uniform

Socks and Tights

Girls:

  • Crew socks must be gray or maroon
  • White Nativity logo crew sock (Apr-Oct optional)
  • Knee-highs or tights must be gray or maroon

Boys:

  • Crew socks must be gray or maroon
  • White Nativity logo crew sock (Apr-Oct optional)

As an option with the Summer Uniform only (April-October), white socks with Nativity school logo (purchased through the school) may be worn.

Shoes

Available at the Flynn and O’Hara Store as an option.

Girls:

  • Black STURDY DRESS shoes with laces, no buckles
  • Velcro black STURDY DRESS shoes are an option for Kindergarten – 2
  • Saddle Shoes
  • NO SLIP ON SHOES
  • NO SNEAKERS
  • NO Heels higher than 1”

Boys:

  • Black STURDY DRESS with laces, no buckles
  • (Velcro black sturdy dress shoes are an option for Kindergarten – 2)
  • NO SLIP ON SHOES
  • NO SNEAKERS

Shoes with zippers, heels or thick soles, buckles, flashing lights, etc. are not allowed at any time.  Boots or hiking boots are not allowed.

Please label all clothes and school items.

Make-up, Nail Polish, and Jewelry

Make-up, nail polish and jewelry are not included in the school uniform and should not be worn in school. Eighth grade girls, as a privilege, may wear clear nail polish or French manicure.

Girls are only permitted to wear small earrings similar to “starter” posts, one earring per ear. It is understood that earrings are never permitted for boys. Only small religious necklaces may be worn. No necklaces are to be worn on PE days. Ankle bracelets are not to be worn. Only one wrist bracelet may be worn. This includes “Dream Bracelets”.

Hair

Hair is to be kept neat and clean. Hair color should be natural and not colored, bleached or highlighted. In the event that a student alters the natural color of their hair, it will be required that the hair be returned to its natural color before returning to school. Girls are permitted to wear items in their hair, such as barrettes, pony tails and scrunchies as long as the items are not a distraction to others. Boys’ hair should be no longer than the eyebrows and not pass the top of the shirt collar.

Dress Down Days

  • No inappropriate logos, pictures or slogans.
  • No pajama style clothing – unless specifically noted for a spirit or pajama day.
  • Shirts must cover the midriff.
  • Shorts – walking length shorts are permitted – no shorter than the length of the PE shorts.
  • Pants and jeans are permitted. No extra-wide, sagging or torn style.
  • Skirts – length must hit one inch above the knee. Tights/leggings without skirts or long shorts are not allowed.
  • No tank tops, spaghetti straps, or shirts that expose bare back or bare shoulders.
  • Footwear may include sneakers, shoes or sandals with heels no higher than one inch. No flip flops.