Student Uniforms

Brownell-Talbot students wear uniforms suitable to their school level. The specified dress code creates a sense of belonging, eliminates competition-based expensive dress or fads, and teaches neatness and propriety. Certain days are specified for full dress uniforms – blazers and ties – and occasional special days allow for casual attire.

Following is a complete description of the Lower School dress policy – kindergarten through fourth grade – for girls and boys:

Formal Dress Requirements

The formal uniform is required on weekly Chapel days (usually held on Tuesdays) and for special occasions as assigned (such as programs, picture day, etc.).

Items Required for Boys

• Solid white long or short sleeve oxford dress shirt.
• Solid navy trousers (corduroy acceptable, but not denim). A dark belt must be worn if pants have belt hoops.
• Solid navy long sleeve pullover or cardigan v-neck sweater (no monogramming).
• Black or brown leather shoes and navy socks (Topsiders and penny loafers are acceptable. Tennis shoes, athletic footwear, thongs, clogs, sandals or high tops are not acceptable).

Items Required for Girls

• Brownell-Talbot plaid jumper.
• Solid white long or short sleeve "peter pan" blouse.
• Solid white knee socks, tights, or anklets may be worn (no color designs or crew socks).
• Black, brown or navy leather shoes (Topsiders and penny loafers are acceptable. Tennis shoes, athletic footwear, clogs, sandals, thongs, or high tops are not acceptable). No shoes may have heels larger than 1 1/2 inch.
• Conservative hair ribbons, barrettes and earrings may be worn.

Optional Items for Girls

The Lower School does not require a physical education uniform. Therefore, to provide freedom of movement during gym class, girls are encouraged to wear solid blue colored shorts underneath their jumpers.

• Solid navy long sleeve cardigan or pullover crew neck sweater (no monogramming).

Daily Uniform Options

The daily uniform has many options from which a student may choose.

Options for Boys

• Solid white or light blue long or short sleeve dress shirt or polo jersey knit shirt with collar or turtleneck.
• Solid navy trousers (corduroy acceptable, but not denim). A dark leather belt must be worn if pants have belt hoops.
• Solid navy long sleeve pullover or cardigan sweater, crew neck or v-neck (no monogramming) or navy Brownell-Talbot sweatshirt with school seal.
• Bermuda style navy shorts from Dennis Uniform Company may be worn in September and May through the end of school). The shorts are to be worn with uniform shirt, shoes and solid white socks.
• Black or brown leather shoes and navy or white socks (Topsiders and penny loafers are acceptable. Tennis shoes, athletic footwear, thongs, clogs, sandals or high tops are not acceptable).

Options for Girls

• Brownell-Talbot plaid jumper.
• Navy twill skort.
• Solid navy trousers (corduroy acceptable, but not denim). A dark belt must be worn if pants have belt hoops.
• Solid white or light blue long or short sleeve blouse or jersey knit polo shirt with collar or turtleneck.
• Solid navy long sleeve cardigan or pullover sweater, crew neck or v-neck (no monogramming) or navy Brownell-Talbot sweatshirt with school seal.
• Bermuda style navy shorts from Dennis Uniform Company may be worn in September and May through the end of school. The shorts are to be worn with uniform shirt or blouse, shoes and solid white socks.
• Solid navy or white knee socks, tights, or anklets may be worn (no color designs or crew socks). Solid navy uniform slacks or leggings may be worn under jumpers in cold weather.
• Black, brown or navy leather shoes (Topsiders and penny loafers are acceptable. Tennis shoes, athletic footwear, clogs, thongs, sandals or high tops are not acceptable). No shoes may have heels larger than 1 1/2 inch.
• Conservative hair ribbons, barrettes and earrings may be worn.
• The Lower School does not require a physical education uniform. Therefore, to provide freedom of movement during gym class, girls are encouraged to wear solid navy shorts underneath their jumpers.

Boys and Girls Outerwear

The Lower School has no specified outer jacket or coat requirement. However, in keeping with the overall dress policy, a solid-color coat or jacket is recommended. Dennis Uniform is carrying a new burgundy fleece outer jacket, suitable for Lower School students. This is for your information, but not a requirement. Please do not purchase jean or letter jackets for your child. Letter jackets are reserved for Upper School students.

Athletic Uniforms

Brownell-Talbot issues athletic uniforms for its teams. Uniforms for physical education classes (T-shirts and shorts) are provided to the students and laundered at the school so that uniforms are regularly clean and available.