Children should be dressed in comfortable clothing suitable for sitting on the floor. Fancy dresses and shiny shoes may look lovely, but can be ruined at the art easel or even be a danger on the playground equipment. Rubber soled shoes must be worn if children want to use the climbing frames. Practical clothes that the children can manage on their own build a sense of self-confidence and independence. Parents should remember that many of our children have newly acquired toileting skills and belts, buckles, and zippers are impediments to a quick trip to the bathroom. Pants with elastic are much preferred.  All students and staff wear slippers in school.  This makes for a quieter classroom and helps keep our classrooms clean.  We ask that you send in a pair of slippers on your child's first day.  The slippers should be closed toe and easy to slip on for a young child.  Also, please avoid slippers that have large attachments, make noises or light up.  Please write your child's name on each slipper.