Local man sues Scots College after his son finished year 12 there, but then started shopping at Vinnies Newtown

FALL FROM GRACE: A Bellevue Hill businessman has launched legal action against a prestigious eastern suburbs private school.

Michael Pollard-Asquith is suing Scots College, claiming “educational negligence” after his son, Oliver, completed year 12 last year and since then has become a regular shopper at Vinnies in Newtown.

“The school has obviously failed in its duty of care,” Michael Pollard-Asquith told DBT.

“I didn’t pay $50,000 a year in tuition fees for Oliver to end up looking like a hipster. It’s an absolute joke.”

Mr Pollard-Asquith claims his son’s refusal to wear puffer vests or R.M Williams boots has led to his family’s social isolation within their affluent community, where such clothing items are considered a rite of passage.

“My son looks like he graduated from Newtown Performing Arts school or something like that,” says Mr Pollard-Asquith.

DBT contacted Scots College for an interview, but it responded with a brief written statement.

“Scots strives to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on academic excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth.”

“But we can not mandate specific brands of clothing or footwear, especially after graduation.”