Uniforms
Atlanta Classical Academy requires students to wear uniforms to eliminate distractions, to level the playing field, and to remind ourselves that we are doing important work. Students are required to dress according to the appropriate uniform boards below and also to adhere to the dress-related regulations. The uniforms team worked to ensure that uniforms are comfortable, attractive, durable, and affordable. Click below to shop Educational Outfitters, our uniform vendor. Please contact Ian Nugent, assistant upper school principal (inugent@atlantaclassical.org) if you have any questions.
Purchasing Notes
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Uniform Boards: When ordering, we highly recommend that parents have uniform boards in hand for reference.
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Sizing: Please keep in mind that children grow quickly! Consider sizing up as needed.
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Skirt Options for Grades 5–12: Navy gabardine and high school plaid skirts are available with a +4-inch length option. If you’ve had to size up for additional length but found the waist too large, the +4 option allows for a better fit in both waist and length.
Uniform Boards
Click the corresponding link below to access uniform guidelines.
Policy Notes
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Hoodies: Starting next school year (Fall of 2026), hoodies will no longer be permitted as approved outerwear. They will only be allowed on Spirit Days or during after-school hours for sports practices and games. To help with this transition, ACA will introduce a new approved outerwear item at a discounted price this school year (Fall of 2025), and hoodies will no longer be available for purchase. More details will be provided in September.
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Boys (K–8): Uniform khaki pants and shorts from Educational Outfitters (poly/cotton, no-iron, reinforced knee) are approved.
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Boys (9–12): Beginning in 9th grade, young men are required to wear uniform pants daily.
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Boys (7–8): Shorts may be worn in August, September, April, and May. Pants are required during the rest of the school year.
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Uniform Condition: All clothing must be clean, in good condition, reasonably pressed, and properly fitting. Oversized or undersized uniforms are not permitted. If a student's uniform is deemed inappropriate or in poor condition, parents will be contacted, and a change of clothing may be required for the student to remain at school.
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Outerwear: Students may wear personal outerwear to and from school and at recess. In classrooms and hallways, only uniform outerwear is permitted. Sweaters and fleece are available for purchase but are not required.
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Cavalier Hoodies (Grades 9–12): On formal uniform days, Cavalier hoodies may not be worn in the classroom but are permitted outdoors and on the veranda. All other uniform outerwear is allowed in the classroom.
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Tights and Leggings: Female students may wear navy tights or leggings under their skirts, including on formal uniform days.
Payment
If you do not use credit cards, Atlanta Classical Academy will order the uniforms for you and you can purchase them from Atlanta Classical Academy. Please email uniforms@atlantaclassical.org if you need assistance.
If you need financial assistance with uniforms, or you need a payment plan, contact financialassistance@atlantaclassical.org. We will ensure that the costs of uniforms are not prohibitive for any family.
Used Uniform Sales
The used uniform store will be open periodically throughout the year. During these sales, families can purchase used uniform items at a discount. Donations for the store are accepted at the front office, through donation drives, and during the sales. Donors can choose a voucher to use in the used uniform store or a donation receipt.
