The dress code is an important part of Bullis School life.
The dress code is an important part of Bullis School life. It reduces superficial comparisons between people and emphasizes the common experience that we share as members of our school community. It contributes to a sense of campus decorum and simplicity and the dress code guidelines convey an element of respect for the Bullis community.
Dress Code Guidelines
Students are to adhere to the dress code from the time they arrive at school until the end of the school day.
Modifications to the dress code for religious or health reasons must be requested through the appropriate division head, assistant head, or class dean.
All clothing must be neat, clean, and in good repair, and skirts/kilts, and skorts must be worn at an appropriate length.
Distracting hairstyles are not permitted. Students with facial hair should be neatly manicured and properly groomed.
Students may not adorn their clothes or bodies with political, offensive, or divisive jewelry or markings. Tattoos should be covered and not be visible.
Students may not wear hats, jackets, or other non-religious headwear inside during the academic day. Students may wear winter hats and jackets outside during the winter months.
Lower School students are frequently taken outdoors for recess, lunch, and outdoor learning. During the winter, students should be dressed warmly— jackets, mittens/gloves, and hats.
Students wearing clothing deemed to be in violation of the Bullis dress code may not be permitted to attend class and may be penalized or disciplined. When a faculty member addresses a student to correct a dress code violation, the student is expected to comply immediately. Participation in the life of the school is contingent upon proper adherence to the dress code.
Cotton material (no sweatpants, yoga pants, denim, or leggings)
Option - Shorts (weather appropriate)
Navy or khaki colored walking shorts
Bermuda length
Option - Jumper/Skirt
Bullis plaid jumper or skirt
Solid navy, gray, or black tights or leggings to be worn under the jumper or skirt in the winter
Lower School: Shoes
Athletic Shoes
Worn throughout the day
All laced shoes must be tied and pant legs must be worn over the shoe
Boots can be worn to school, however, athletic shoes must be available to change into
Socks must be worn at all times
Lower School: Cold Weather Options
Option - Cold Weather
Solid navy, white, gray sweater, or fleece
Solid crew neck, cardigan, knit sweater, or quarter-zip fleece
Must be worn over a collared shirt (polo or Oxford)
Bullis branded crew neck, quarter-zip fleece, or Bullis crewneck sweatshirt (sold in the school store)
Bullis-branded hooded sweatshirts are permitted
(new as of 06/2025)
Lower School students are taken outdoors for recess, lunch, and outdoor learning. During the winter, students should be dressed warmly— jackets, mittens/gloves, and hats.
