Nursery World - Dress codes

A topic that focuses on clothes is a good opportunity to reflect on dress codes within the setting. It is important that practitioners and parents agree on what is appropriate clothing for children to wear when attending a setting. Children are active learners, so they need to wear clothes that:

It is important that practitioners and parents agree on what is appropriate clothing for children to wear when attending a setting. Children are active learners, so they need to wear clothes that:

* allow them to move, run and climb freely and safely

* can be layered, so they can respond to changes in temperature

* promote self-help skills (and don't require inordinate amounts of adult help)

* allow them to engage in messy activities without anxiety.

Suitable clothes

Uniforms may be popular in some settings, but they can run counter to children's learning needs. Ask yourself:

* Do you worry about encouraging the children to explore equipment and materials, indoors and out, due to parents' likely reaction to dirty or damaged clothes?

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