Researchers are divided over how much of an impact — if any — dress policies have on student learning. There are multiple studies with conflicting conclusions, plus books such as 2018’s The Debate About School Uniforms, but the argument wears on, with a list of pros and cons on each side.
Pros and cons of school uniforms include the fact school uniforms can build school spirit and discourage bullying, while also restricting free expression.
School uniforms are neither good nor bad – they have both upsides and downsides. At the end of the day, the decision about incorporating school uniforms (or a dress code) comes down to...
In this article, we'll talk about: How uniforms can make everyone feel more equal but also less special. Why they might make it easier to choose what to wear but harder to show who you are. What psychologists and research tell us about this big school debate.
Although uniforms have moved from pom-poms and starched aprons to polos and jumpers, the reasons why uniforms are either supported or criticized have remained relatively the same for over 400 years. Here are the key advantages and disadvantages of school uniforms to think about.
Research by the Schoolwear Association found that 83% of teachers thought “a good school uniform… could prevent bullying based on appearance or economic background.”
The pros and cons of school uniforms. Do rules around clothing promote discipline and inclusion or are they a pricey constraint on individuality?