School Community Expectations

The Church and Church Services

Rangi Ruru is a Christian school although we have students from many faiths. All girls are expected to take part in the spiritual aspects of the school, including the celebration of particular Christian ceremonies, church services, assemblies and the school’s Te Ara programme.

Church services are compulsory for all students and include:

• Assemblies and special services for the whole school in school time

• Gatherings for a year group in school time

• Sunday afternoon and evening services including Clan group family services and Clan carol services

Each Clan has two Sunday evening family services per year. These dates are advised in InTouch and should be noted by students and parents. There is an expectation that parents will accompany their daughters when possible to the family services.

Uniform Uniform Requirements

Uniforms are important in that they set a tone for the school, give us pride in belonging and communicate our community expectations. The way a student dresses reflects the kind of person they are. Cleanliness, good grooming and appropriate attire all contribute to a healthy, productive learning atmosphere.

An essential requirement of good grooming is a clean, tidy, well-pressed uniform, which should be worn complete. Students are expected to wear the appropriate uniform in a tidy and appropriate manner, and we greatly appreciate parent support in this.

Sometimes the unforeseen happens and your daughter may not have her complete uniform. In this case she needs to bring a note from home to the Deputy Principal or student receptionist who will issue her with an exemption, or provide items of clothing. Temporary or long-term exemptions from uniform regulations require a letter from a parent and must be carried by the student. Students will need to see the Deputy Principal for a Uniform Pass.

The uniform code is regularly communicated to students, is written in the Student Handbook and is on Rangi.Life, and is strictly enforced.

The final decision on all matters relating to the uniform resides with the Principal.

Buying the School Uniform - The Shop

The Shop, located at 41 Hewitts Road (next to the swimming pool), sells new and pre-owned school uniform items.

Regular opening hours during term time are:

Tuesday 12.45pm – 2.00pm

Thursday 12.45pm – 2.00pm

Friday 12.55pm – 4.00pm

For new season’s stock, The Shop opens on the last day of Terms 1 and 3 from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Other hours are published in InTouch and on The Hub. Purchases can be gold sheeted or paid for by cash or cheque.

Refer to The Hub for uniform guidelines and information on uniform requirements for each year level.

Additional Clothing for Teams, Groups, Activities or Events

Groups of Rangi students who wish to wear clothing which is not part of the Rangi uniform and is specific to her team, group, activity or event will need prior approval from the appropriate Director, Principal or Communications Manager. Approval should be sought at the planning stage.

For additional items of clothing (eg. warm-up tops, sweatshirts and t-shirts) for Rangi Ruru teams or groups, these must be approved by the Director of Sport and the Deputy Principal.

Personal Property and Lost Property

While we strive to provide a safe, secure environment, your daughter is responsible for personal effects brought to school. The school cannot extend a guarantee of the security of every item of personal property at all times of the day. Students are expected to keep their personal items secure and are advised to lock their lockers.

Your daughter should not bring valuable or precious items to school. If specific items are required at school they can be looked after during the day at the School Office and collected when required. Students should not leave valuable or precious belongings unattended or in lockers, especially over the weekend or breaks.

Lost or mislaid items that are unnamed end up in Lost Property or at the School Office. You can assist your daughter (and us) by ensuring they name personal belongings so that lost articles may be returned to them.

School insurance does not cover students’ personal property. Please ensure valuable items are covered by your personal insurance cover.

Transport – Bus, Cars and Bikes

Private Cars

Students wishing to drive a car to school are required to provide their vehicle and driver licence details to the school and must abide by the school rules relating to use of cars. Cars must be registered with the school on an annual basis.

Only Years 12 and 13 students may bring cars to school. Only Year 13 Boarders are allowed cars at the Boarding House.

Parents are required to give their daughter permission to drive or be driven by others on school approved activities. This permission is given by filling out the eform available on the Parent Portal on The Hub. No student may transport other students unless they have permission from the parents of the driver and the passengers. Drivers must have a full licence and be driving within the terms of their licence.

Students who repeatedly fail to comply with these conditions risk losing the privilege of bringing a car.

Bikes and Scooters

Students riding bikes and motorised scooters must wear helmets and abide by the law at all times. We encourage the use of fluorescent tops.

Specific areas have been designated for the parking of bikes and scooters within the school grounds. While bike cages are locked, girls should also secure their bikes and helmets within the cage, especially when these are left at school after school hours. Loss or theft is not covered by school insurance. The code to the bike cage is available from the School Office.

Parking

Because of its residential location and Council parking restrictions we must be mindful of parking. At all times parking must be legal and considerate of residents, visitors and staff.

Students are not park in the following locations:

• Hewitts Road

• The school grounds/carparks

• Rhodes Street

Drop off and pick up times are very busy around the school. We expect students and parents to drive and park in a safe, responsible and law abiding manner. Parking Wardens regularly check the perimeter of the school and issue tickets.