Student Life

Uniforms

  • FlynnO'Hara is the exclusive retailer for Padua Academy uniforms.  Information about the school uniform policies by class are outlined below.

Introducing the All-New Padua Academy Uniform

Announced March 31, 2023
Effective Fall 2023
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After months of design meetings, product testing, deliberation & feedback, we are so excited to introduce the new Padua Academy uniform! Special thanks to our Student Ambassador Team for their time and insight on these decisions. Centered around a custom plaid in the Padua school colors, the new uniform features a collection of products that are both modern and timeless. 
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Transition Guidelines

List of 4 items.

  • Incoming Students

    Incoming students (the class of 2027) must purchase the new Padua Academy uniform.  You will not be permitted to wear the old uniform or hand-me-down products to school.

  • Current Students

    Current students (the classes of 2026, 2025 and 2024) will be allowed to wear the current uniform through graduation, now called the Padua legacy uniform, but any products purchased new must be from the new uniform assortment. You will no longer be able to purchase the old/legacy Padua uniform from FlynnO’Hara Uniforms.  To view the specific items in the legacy uniform, visit the class specific link below. 

  • The New Uniform

    The new uniform will be available starting March 31, 2023! Please note that some products are being custom built for Padua Academy, including the plaid skirt, the plaid skort, and the varsity sweater. Although you can order these products starting 3/31, they will not ship until July 2023.

  • Final Note

    Although one of the best things about our uniform is its durability, please remember that students are expected to look professional at school. If some of your uniform items are on the tired side (think holes in the elbows or knees, frayed hemlines, threadbare fabric, etc.) we strongly urge you to consider purchasing some new products.

Class Specific Uniform Information

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FAQ's

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

  • Will my student be able to wear hand-me-down pieces?

    The classes of 2026, 2025, & 2024 will be able to continue to wear the legacy uniform. However they will not be available to purchase through the FlynnO’Hara webpage. 

    All incoming students, Class of 2027, must purchase the new uniform.

  • Am I able to mix and match uniforms?

    If you are the class of 2026, 2025 or 2024 you are able to mix the legacy uniform with pieces from the new uniform line.  Items from the legacy uniform will no longer be sold at FlynnO'Hara.

  • How many pieces do I need to purchase?

    FlynnO'Hara are in the process of putting together a guide for us and once received, it will be posted here.  The good thing about the variety available with the new uniform is that you can purchase the items that work for your daughter.  Additionally, items will be available throughout the year.

  • Am I able to purchase other brands of khaki uniform pants?

    No.  Students will need to purchase and wear FlynnO'Hara specific items.  No other brands will be permitted.

  • Is a belt required?

    A belt is not required.  However, if a student desires to wear a belt, black is preferred.

  • What socks / tights are available?

    Our socks and tight options remain the same.  FlynnO'Hara offer 3 options:  black cotton flat knit knee high socks & black crew socks (year-round) and black opaque tights (winter.)

  • What shoes are required?

    We currently contract through The Village Cobbler for shoes (inside Murphy’s Uniforms in Branmar Plaza), 1812 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE 19810, 302-765-3320.  

    The Village Cobbler will carefully measure and fit each student.  Uniform shoes must be ordered through our supplier. Regulation uniform shoes cost $124.00 per pair. (The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $174.00.) Shoes can be picked up at the store or shipped to your home for an additional $9.25. Almost all students are able to wear the same shoes for all four years.

  • Is there a dress uniform?

    The previous dress uniform was identified as the skirt, white shirt, black sweater and tights.  The decision about whether we will have a dress uniform going forward is currently being discussed.  Once decided, the answer will be posted here.

  • Which gray pants are allowed and qualify as the legacy uniform?

    Families may notice that in the past few years there are different colors of gray pants that students are wearing.  The more recent, dark charcoal pants are part of the Padua legacy uniform.  The lighter gray pants are part of our previous uniform update, and not grandfathered in.

    The classes of 2026, 2025 & 2024 may continue to wear the dark charcoal gray uniform pants.  The light gray uniform pants are no longer acceptable.
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FlynnO'Hara Links

On-Campus Fitting

Incoming students, and current students looking to refresh their uniform, please join FlynnO'Hara for an on-campus uniform fitting on May 9, 2023, 11am-1pm and 3pm-7pm.  You will be able to schedule an appointment to be measured for your uniform and place your order right on campus!  After the event, your student's uniform will arrive by mail. Your appointment will take no more than 20 minutes! Appointments are required for this event.  Schedule your appointment today.

Our supplier of uniform shoes, The Village Cobbler, will also be on site at this fitting to carefully measure and fit each incoming student.
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Contact Us

Additional questions unable to be answered from information on this page can be directed to Maria Kilmon, for current students, and Rainbow Giaquinto, for incoming students.
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