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Our uniform and where the ladybug patch goes

Plain white and navy blue, black shoes and a ladybug patch on the left. Everything you need to know about the Fraser Montessori uniform.

Edith Ziolkiewicz

Edith Ziolkiewicz

Owner

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All of our students are expected to wear plain white and navy blue outfits, and black shoes.

The ladybug patch

The ladybug patch is ironed on the left hand side of the blouse, cardigan, jacket and so on, at the level of your child’s armpit.

Where to get patches

Patches are available directly at the centre for a fee of $5.00.

Dress for independence

Choose clothes your child can manage alone: elastic waists, easy buttons or snaps, and shoes they can put on themselves. Children dress for outdoor play every day, and clothes that cooperate make that easier.

Label everything

Cardigans and jackets look alike in a room full of navy blue. Put your child’s name on every piece so it finds its way home.

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