If you are wondering what types of school uniforms do students from other countries wear, we’ll here’s what they wear:
United Kingdom – The modernized version of school uniform in England consists of a polo shirt, sweatshirt or t-shirt, and casual types of pants such as cargo or tracksuit pants. Dark and cool colors such as brown, blue, black, grey and maroon are dominant in uniforms of English students. Some male students still use blazers and tie to make them look smart and formal, and to avoid being bullied. The school badge is sewn on the blazer. For girls, they wear either pants or skirt, kilted or tailored, depending on the tradition of the school.
Singapore – Wearing uniform is compulsory for all public and private sectors of schools in Singapore. For boys, they wear either shorts or trousers. For girls, it’s pinafore or skirt with blouse and shorts underneath. Blazers and ties are only worn for special occasions since the country has a tropical climate. Hence, the school badge is sewn on the shirt or blouse for girls. Almost all schools necessitate wearing of white socks and white shoes. For boys in the primary level of education, they are required to wear shorts. They can only wear pants when they start secondary 3, or in some schools, secondary 4.
Philippines – In the Philippines, wearing of uniforms is common in all levels, but some schools allow students to wear civilian clothes. Male students usually wear polo shirt and slacks in brown, black, green, blue, or khaki, while the female ones are often seen wearing blouse, ribbon or necktie, and long, pleated skirt. For international schools, boys’ uniform includes blazer and tie.
Australia – Australia follows British tradition when it comes to uniforms. For boys, uniform consists of grey long trousers (or short trousers during summer) and button-down shirt. For the girls, it varies from culottes, jumpers, dresses, pants,shorts and blouses and/or polo shirts. In private schools, uniform comes with a blazer, hat and tie for both genders. A special kind of uniform is also used during physical education, which includes shorts, tennis skirts/netball skirts, and leggings.