A group photo of Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School students in school uniform.

Dress Code

Students should arrive at school in uniform and leave school in uniform. The school uniform must be worn all day, including lunches.

Girls’ Uniform

  • Beatties charcoal grey slacks (regular or straight leg).

  • Navy or White shirt sleeve golf shirt with logo.

  • Navy or White long sleeve polo shirt with logo.

  • Full zip fitted cardigan with logo (optional).

  • V-Neck cardigan with logo (optional).

  • Navy zip polo sweatshirt with logo (optional).

  • Navy or black socks. No white socks.

  • Solid black shoes.

Boys’ Uniform

  • Beatties charcoal grey slacks (regular or straight leg).

  • Navy or White shirt sleeve golf shirt with logo.

  • Navy or White long sleeve polo shirt with logo.

  • Full zip fitted cardigan with logo (optional).

  • Navy zip polo sweatshirt with logo (optional).

  • Navy or black socks. No white socks.

  • Solid black shoes.

In General

  • T-shirts (if worn, they should be white, black or navy only).

  • Uniform pants must be worn at the waist.

  • Long-sleeved shirts may not be worn under the short-sleeved polo.

  • No part of the uniform should be altered or changed.

  • No white socks. 

Physical Education Uniform 

All pieces of the uniform must be purchased directly from the Athletics office and/or the school store. Track pants and hoodies are optional pieces to the physical education uniform. Students must be in complete uniform to participate in class. Non-marking soles are required. 

Jewellery, Make-up and Appearance 

Jewellery and paraphernalia should be minimal and in good taste, in keeping with the moral tone of the school. Students should be neat and well-groomed at all times. Hats, bandanas and nylon wraps may not be worn, including on civvies days or they may be confiscated.

Where to Buy Uniform

School uniforms can be purchased from McCarthy Uniforms.

Uniform Philosophy

The neat appearance of students contributes to the good order and atmosphere in the school community. The uniform also contributes to the overall safety and security. Our uniform policy conforms with the dress code guidelines of the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) and thus is mandatory. Students will not be permitted to attend class if they are not wearing the complete uniform and they may, in fact, be sent home. 

The school will also attempt to contact parents / guardians. Students 16 years and older may be sent home even if parental/guardian contact fails. If an emergency arises and part of the uniform cannot be worn, a call or a note from a parent / guardian is required. Long term exceptions for shoes requires a medical note. Minor violations related to the wearing of the uniform will be recorded. Consequences for continued minor violations of the school uniform policy may include detention, suspension or community service.

Dress Code in TCDSB Schools

All Secondary schools within the jurisdiction of the Board shall adopt a Uniform Dress Code. 

Parents are encouraged to review the local dress code at their child’s school and to direct their questions to the principal of the school.