Starting next year, school logos will be banned on specific items of school uniforms in Victoria, a move aimed at reducing costs for parents. This change will take effect from the beginning of the school year in 2026, as announced by Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Education Ben Carroll.
Under the new regulations, logos will no longer be permitted on shorts, pants, skirts, or socks in Victorian government schools. However, students will still be allowed to wear branded blazers, shirts, t-shirts, and hats.
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“Parents are facing financial challenges, and this initiative ensures they have one less concern to deal with,” Premier Allan stated. “Government school uniforms should foster pride, but we must also ensure that they remain affordable for families,” Carroll added.
“School expenses can accumulate quickly, which is why we are addressing uniform costs and eliminating the need for expensive branded shorts, skirts, track pants, and socks.” Many government schools currently require students to wear branded uniforms, which can be significantly more costly than generic alternatives.
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Some branded items can cost up to $60 more than their generic counterparts. “Schools can continue to feature branding on hats, tops, shirts, dresses, and jackets – all items from the waist up – as this promotes school pride, ensures all children enter schools as equals, and helps identify students in groups,” Allan explained.
“The Department of Education will support schools in reviewing and updating their dress codes and engaging with their communities during this review process.” Students who have already purchased uniforms will be permitted to wear them during the transition period.
