School Policies

Tops: Short-sleeve or long-sleeve polo shirts, t-shirts and buttoned down, collared shirts may be worn. All shirts and sweaters must be solid colored and free of any logo. We love school spirit! Bay Ridge Prep shirts such as Tiger Trot shirts, club/team/athletic shirts, etc. are also permitted. Bay Ridge Prep polos and athletic t-shirts, while optional, are available from Lands' End.

Bottoms: Properly fitted dress pants, leggings, corduroy pants or denim pants in khaki, black, navy or gray may be worn. Skirts and Skorts in khaki, black, navy or gray may be worn. These are available from Lands' End.

During warm weather, students may choose to wear shorts in khaki, black, navy or gray.  These are available from Lands' End or a vendor of choice. Crop/Capri pants in khaki, black, navy or gray are also permitted.

Footwear: Sneakers and rubber soled shoes are encouraged daily because our students have active days. For safety reasons, we do not allow flip-flops, open-toed shoes or other footwear that is hazardous while walking up and down stairs.

In lieu of a formal dress code, our intention is that students will come to school dressed ready to learn and be positive representatives of our community. We want to allow room for individual expression while supporting our school values and respecting others within our school. Our expectation is for students to always wear clothing that is neat, respectful to oneself and others, and in good condition.

As we are an academic institution, we expect that students’ clothing will always be appropriate to the setting, tasteful, and free of any offensive imagery and/or language. Clothing should also be non-revealing and private areas of the body must be covered at all times. We expect under-garments to be covered, shirts to have straps and/or sleeves, and all attire to be free of intentional rips and tears. For safety reasons, we do not allow flip-flops, open-toed shoes or other footwear that is hazardous while walking up and down stairs.

Finally, items with our school logos are encouraged and always welcome!  We are happy to share school pride. Bay Ridge Prep shirts such as Tiger Trot shirts, club/team/athletic shirts, etc. are always permitted. Bay Ridge Prep polos and athletic t-shirts, while optional, are available from Lands' End.

We hope this clarifies our goal to support an environment that is focused, productive, supportive, welcoming, and safe.

This is the Upper School Boys Dress Code, effective Sept. 2018. Note that special 'dress up' days/events will be announced periodically throughout the school year.

 

SHIRTS

• Solid colored long sleeve or short sleeve collared shirts are to be worn during the standard dress code period. No t-shirts, tank tops or sleeveless shirts. 

• During the spring dress code period, students may wear solid colored polo shirts. Bay Ridge Prep polos, while optional, are available from Lands' End. No t-shirts, tank tops or sleeveless shirts. 

PANTS
Dress pants or dress jeans in khaki, black, brown, navy blue, or gray may be worn. No regular blue jeans, sweats, or ripped jeans.

SHORTS
During the spring dress code period only, boys may wear knee-length shorts in khaki, black, navy blue, gray, or other earth tones. 

SWEATERS
For cold months, sweaters or cardigans in solid colors (without designs or big words) can be worn. No sweatshirts or hoodies. 

SHOES

• Dress or smart casual footwear in black, brown, or other earth tones are to be worn with standard dress code. Avoid bright colors.

• Warm footwear can be worn during the colder months.

• For safety, sandals and open-toed shoes are not permitted at any time.

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students participate in physical education once a week in the afternoon and change into athletic gear prior to the class. Physical Education attire may be purchased from a vendor of choice and is also available at Lands' End. Students may not participate in gym without sneakers. It is recommended that students keep a pair of sneakers in their locker.

This is the Upper School Girls Dress Code, effective Sept. 2018. Note that special 'dress up' days/events will be announced periodically throughout the school year.

 

SHIRTS
Girls are expected to wear professional attire. No t-shirts, tank tops, low cut, or midriff tops. Girls may wear long sleeve solid colored polo shirts or button down collared dress shirts. Bay Ridge Prep polos, while optional, are available from Lands' End.

PANTS OR SKIRTS
Dress pants, dress jeans, or skirts in khaki, black, brown, navy blue, or gray. No regular blue jeans, sweats, or ripped jeans. Leggings can be worn with skirts.

SHORTS
During the spring dress code period only, girls may wear knee-length shorts in khaki, black, navy blue, or other earth tones. 

SWEATERS
For cold months, sweaters and cardigans in solid colors (without designs or big words) can be worn. No sweatshirts or hoodies.

SHOES

• Dress or smart casual footwear in black, brown, or other earth tones are to be worn with standard dress code.

• Warm footwear can be worn during the colder months.

• For safety, high heels, platform shoes, sandals, and open-toed shoes are not permitted at any time.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students participate in physical education once a week in the afternoon and change into athletic gear prior to the class. Physical Education attire is available at Lands' End or may be purchased from a vendor of choice.  Students may not participate in gym without sneakers. It is recommended that students keep a pair of sneakers in their locker.

Bay Ridge Prep physical education attire is available at Lands' End. Students may purchase physical education attire from Lands' End or may purchase similar clothing from a vendor of choice. Sneakers are always required to participate in physical education classes.