EPIC Staff Dress Code Policy
According to Islamic teachings, modesty in dress is an important tenet of one’s faith.
EPIC Staff (teaching and non-teaching) are role models to our students and therefore must lead by example.
All clothes (male and female) should be loose fitting, non-transparent and modest.
All students, parents, teachers and staff members are required to obey Islamic teachings regarding dress while on school premises.
At all times, dress should be of the highest possible standard. It is expected that staff will present themselves according to school policy and as professionals.
Physical Education teachers are the only exemptions and are allowed to wear track suits and runners.
Males
According to Islamic teachings, a male teacher must cover what is between his navel and knees at all times while in public.
During school hours and functions, male teaching staff are expected to wear formal shirts, ties and trousers. Wearing of casual clothes is not permitted.
- Clothing standard must be suitable for an office environment.
- Business shirt and formal trousers must be worn.
- Jeans, jean-style trousers, or shorts are not permitted.
- Suit and ties are expected.
- Sandals, slippers, or thongs must not be worn.
Females
According to Islamic teachings, females are expected to cover their whole body except their face, hands and feet. As role models, female staff also wear a hijab or head covering and keep their chest area covered at all times.
- Dress must be suitable for an office environment.
- Hijab or head covering required.
- Loose, modest clothing in line with Islamic guidelines.
General Wear
Clothing must be loose fitting and non see-through for all options:
- Full-length skirt with long top, or full-length dress
- Wide-legged trousers with knee-length top
- Closed shoes required for OH&S reasons
- Sandals, slippers, or thongs are not permitted