The local schools here have been doing this for at least 20years that I am aware of and I have never heard of it causing any negative issues.

Hmmm, maybe a bit too much info. It is meant to be a memento though. My kids didn’t even get jerseys for grade 6. They both got one for finishing year ten. From memory, they had all their classmates names on them, the year and that they were leavers. I’m not sure if they even had the school name on them, I presume they did

Whilst I wouldn’t have an issue with this, I do know of some families that would. For those that are outraged, there are some children that do need to be protected at schools and in life from their families and extended families who do actually try to harm their kids. This is a thing. All you have to do is sit in a Principal’s office and see the mug shots on the wall. And it’s simple to say don’t buy for your child, but then you’re isolating them from the rest of the group. I do think the writing is small enough that this shouldn’t be such an issue. I do understand this Mother’s angst.

It would be nice for them to have but it would mean anyone would know their name and what school they went to. With paedophiles around this may be what she is worried about. Just don’t buy it if you are worried.

I don’t see what the issue is who cares if people can see your child’s name? Unless you are famous it’s not really going to hurt anything.

why do they need their full name on them, seems a bit ridiculous to me.

I would just refuse to buy one.

It’s not as though the children will be on their own – they will be with the school. I think this is more about privacy than safety.

No, I don’t believe you are overreacting. I would feel the same about having my child’s name in print for all to see. I believe it is a privacy issue and I would take it to the PTA and discuss the dangers of this for all the children who wear them. You are being a concerned mother and I fully appreciate where you are coming from. I would not allow my child to wear the jersey. I wish you success in taking up this issue with the school, and I hope they see reason regarding this issue you are seeking to discuss with them. Best wishes.

If the names are written in the number 20 they look to have a lot to choose from! If they get their name printed in big letter across the back, get a nickname. If you have concerns then there are two options 1. Don’t buy the jumper 2. Buy it and only allow you child to wear it on the school premises and have another on hand when walking to and from school, or buy it as a keepsake and again, don’t allow your child to wear it!

I don’t see an issue!!

The ones at the primary school here just have the first names. Unless there are kids with the same name, then they have the initial of the last name.

I wonder if the Mother & Father have separated and don’t want to know the Father to know which school their son goes to. I would be more concerned if it had only her son’s name on it.

I don’t see the issue here

My eldest two wore them with pride. I didn’t stress about it.

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  I don’t understand why this mum is so furious, she doesn’t have to buy the shirt if she doesn’t want to.

I think this has been the way its been for some time and haven’t thought much of it. It’s a huge accomplishment for them so i can see why kids find joy in seeing their full name its unique

Ours have a list of all the kids’ full names – I had some privacy concerns, but decided not to stress as there’s no indication of which is my kid.

Yes if it had their full name on it clearly visible for other people to see then yes I would be concerned. If it’s just a list with everyone’s names on it then it’s a little bit harder to read.

When my daughter finished primary school, they all had a school leavers’ shirt with the list of all the Year 6 kids’ in the back. I never had a problem with that. But if on the jersey appears only the name of the student… yes.. I wouldn’t like it!

Interesting question…still thinking about it