In establishing a dress code for its students, North Cross School encourages a high standard of appearance so students may
take pride in themselves and our school, and so that eccentricities of dress do not become a distraction from their work
each day. The dress code is also intended to minimize extravagances and competition in dress. Furthermore, the school
tries to teach students that different attire is appropriate for different occasions and events. In general, students should be
neat, clean, and well-groomed, and should wear clothes that are clean, well-pressed, properly fitting, and in good repair.
Students are expected to adhere to the dress code from their arrival at school until the end of the school day, unless
otherwise instructed. The dress code is a feature of school life most successfully fulfilled when parents/guardians, students,
and the school work closely together. Should clothing not fall within the guidelines, a student will be required to leave class
until the situation is corrected.
North Cross School has established a relationship with Lands’ End and will use their products as the basis for the
school-wide dress code. Land’s End has created a North Cross School Store from which students may choose their school
apparel. These items are guaranteed for life and are comfortable and well made. Colors revolve around red, black, and
white (the school colors). It is preferable that families purchase their school clothing from Land’s End so there will be no
confusion as to whether or not an item meets dress code. However, if an item is indistinguishable from the Lands’ End
item, it will meet the school’s dress code requirements.    

Lower School Students

Regular Dress Days

Girls
  • White, red, or black shirt with a collar (long-sleeve or short-sleeve polo or turtleneck).
  • ​White or light blue dress shirt (long-sleeve, short-sleeve, or ¾-sleeve).
  • Khaki skirts, jumpers, shorts, or corduroys, or black pants. “Skinny-stretch” pants or “jeggings” are not acceptable.
  • Lands’ End “Classic Navy Large Plaid” Skirts (grades 1 - 12).
  • Lands’ End red or black “Polo Dress” with pleats or ruffle bottom is acceptable for Lower School students.
  • Solid black, white, or red sweaters (v-neck or cardigan) free from all logos (except NCS logo).
  • Black, white, or gray tights or leggings to wear under skirts or jumpers for warmth on colder days.
  • In colder weather, we encourage students to wear a solid white, black, or red fleece (full zip, ¼ zip, or vest), NCS sweater, or NCS athletic jackets in the classroom. Winter jackets or other forms of outerwear are not to be worn in the classroom. Only hoodies and sweatshirts with the NCS logo (or logos from North Cross extra-curricular activities) are permitted. Hoodies or sweatshirts that do not have the NCS logo are not permitted.
  • Belts for skirts, shorts, or pants that have belt loops (grades 1 - 12).
  • Shoes in good repair (no Crocs®, Native Shoes, or flip flops).
Boys
  • White, red, or black shirt with a collar (long-sleeve or short-sleeve polo or turtleneck).
  • White or light blue dress shirt (long-sleeve or short-sleeve).
  • Khaki shorts, pants, or khaki colored corduroys. Cargo-style shorts or pants are not allowed.
  • Solid black, white, or red v-neck sweaters free from all logos (except NCS logo).
  • In colder weather, we encourage students to wear a solid white, black, or red fleece (full zip, ¼ zip, or vest), NCS sweater, or NCS athletic jackets in the classroom. Winter jackets or other forms of outerwear are not to be worn in the classroom. Only hoodies and sweatshirts with the NCS logo (or logos from North Cross extra-curricular activities) are permitted. Hoodies or sweatshirts that do not have the NCS logo are not permitted.
  • Belts for shorts or pants (grades 1-12).
  • Shoes in good repair (no Crocs®, Native Shoes, or flip flops).
  • Hair must remain above the collar.
Formal Dress Days

Girls​
Early Childhood Program 
  • White polo with NCS logo AND red crew neck sweatshirt with NCS logo (as season requires) and khaki bottoms.
  • Black, white, or gray tights or leggings to wear under skirts for warmth on colder days
Grades 1 - 5 
  • White polo with NCS logo or white long-sleeved blouse with NCS logo AND red crew neck sweatshirt with NCS logo or red fine gauge sweater with logo (as season requires) and Lands’ End “Classic Navy Large Plaid” skirt, khaki pants, or khaki jumper.
  • Black, white, or gray tights or leggings to wear under skirts or jumpers for warmth on colder days
Boys
Early Childhood Program
  • White polo with NCS logo AND red crew neck sweatshirt with NCS logo (as season requires) and khaki bottoms.
Grades 1–5 
  • White polo with NCS logo or white long-sleeved dress shirt with NCS logo AND red crew neck sweatshirt with NCS logo or red fine gauge sweater with logo (as season requires) with NCS logo and khaki bottoms.

Middle and Upper School Students

At All Times
(Regular and Formal Dress Days)

Students must wear:
  • Collared tops long enough to remain tucked into bottom garment during the course of general school activities
  • Bottom garments that extend lower than the mid-thigh
  • A belt with any bottom garment that has belt loops
  • Sneakers, dress shoes, or leather sandals in good repair
  • Hair that allows full view of students’ eyes

Regular Dress Days

Top Options
  • Solid black, white, or red polo-style shirt with a collar (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)
  • White or light blue dress shirt (long-sleeve, short-sleeve, or 3/4-sleeve)
  • Solid black, white, or red sweaters (v-neck or cardigan) free from all logos (except NCS logo)
  • NCS-logo jackets, fleeces, sweatshirts, and hoodies
Bottom Options
  • Khaki pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers, or khaki colored corduroys
  • Navy “large plaid” skirts or jumpers
  • ​Black, white, or gray tights or leggings to wear under skirts or jumpers for warmth on colder days
  • ​Black pants
Formal Dress Days

Students must wear:
  • White long-sleeved Oxford dress shirt
  • Navy Blazer
  • Dress Shoes
  • Boys are required to wear a necktie
Bottom Options:
  • Navy “large plaid” or khaki skirt 
  • Black, white, or gray tights or leggings to wear under skirts or jumpers for warmth on colder days
  • Khaki or black pants

Spirit Days

Students have the same top and bottom garment options as Regular Dress Days, and also have the option to wear:
  • Jeans
  • North Cross t-shirts​