I would not have worn a skirt this short when I was working as a teacher. I think the general vibe is business casual in most schools and I would interpret that as skirts to the knee at least.

The advice I was given as a PME is to err on the side of caution. That might make you the most formal/stuffy looking person in the staff room, but it’s far better than the other direction. Even if the other teachers are more casual, remember that they are there longer and can “get away” with more. Remember that you will be looking for references from this school, you don’t want to give a bad impression.

I also found it helped psychologically - if I “looked like a teacher” I was more confident in myself, especially on placement when the students know a mile off that you are a student teacher. I’ve now been qualified in the same school for 4/5 years and so have become more casual in my dressing and I do actually miss dressing a bit nicer

I’d probably avoid it until getting in there and seeing what the vibe of the school is. Some workplaces may deem it acceptable and others will not. You will see the workplace culture and expected attire and then follow the lead of those there. Personally I’d say knee length or just grazing above the knee is likely the shortest acceptable though in most schools

That skirt is too short, even with tights and a wooly jumper. Imagine leaning over desks to correct or bending down to pick up a marker.

Knee length is shortest acceptable length I think.

Hiya I did the PME a few years ago, and I will say those skirts are too short even with thick tights. The worst thing is If you drop something and are trying to bend and pick it up without the kids catching a glimpse. Knee length at an absolute minimum but you will be more comfortable if they are longer. It also depends on the school, my first school was mixed and we wore a nice top/blouse and calf length skirts or trousers. My second school was a boys school and the PMEs we covered nearly wrists to ankles. You will also learn what works for you the more you teach, for me I go for comfort above all else. I teach science so for me I don't have long sleeves so the labs are easier for me. If you have any more questions, send me a message. But something like this skirt would be ideal.

red skirt

Many teachers in my school would wear what your describing above with 200 denier black tights and its fine. I don't think I'd chance it if I were starting out doing my PME though. The Zara work trousers are really popular and come in lots of different colours. Dunnes also usually have nice work trousers.

Nope, especially if there are boys. Not worth the comments you'd get

Knee length at least, if you wear those velvet lined Penney's leggings you could get away with dresses and skirts just above the knee but not above the knee and just tights.

You will be a professional, you need to be wearing office wear not office siren. Students won't take you seriously if you dress like a 20 year old no matter if you are 20 or not.

There's also the practical parts of needing to bend or crouch to pick something up without flashing anyone.

If you dress more professional you will feel it.

Midi skirts and dresses, or trousers, with a long sleeved top and cardigan, or a blouse. No t-shirts but blouses with t-shirt length sleeves are fine.

You've gotten some helpful comments on the skirts, I wanted to help you out if you do decide to get some trousers! I really like United Colors of Benneton for work-appropriate trousers/chinos. I work in the civil service, but I think the dress codes are similar enough that the trousers sold there would be appropriate. I have three pairs - tan, navy, and olive-green that are office-appropriate, especially when paired with a blouse.

Primary school teacher here - although I don't often wear skirts myself we were warned back in college to keep it professional and the unspoken rule was to keep it to the knee (although once you're out some schools are more lax than others when it comes to dress code). I remember multiple girls in my year in Mary I being pulled into the principal's offices in their placement schools a few years ago to be given out to for dressing inappropriately during their placement. Best to err on the side of caution!

I'm not a teacher so I'm not sure what's appropriate. However, I do work in an office so I had to make some of my outfits more 'work' appropriate.

If you look up skirt extenders, you might find one that suits your skirts. I think they're great

I don't usually wear dresses and I'm not a fan of jeans either, so you can imagine the hustle i had to go through until i find what works for me. Halara working pants did absolutely perfect. It's comfy and you still look proffesional

I'm not a teacher that wears trousers often either. I live in dresses and skirts because they feel like my professional wardrobe. However, I do keep them below the knee, usually midi to maxi length. I'm not worrying about being appropriate then and I still feel put together. My general rule for dressing at post primary is skirts below knees and higher necks. And don't wear crop tops. Good luck on your placement!

Depends on your school context too! On one of my placements I got made take out ear/nose piercings as the staff were expected to follow the students dress code. What was allowed was one pair of non-dangling earrings, which I genuinely thought was loopy! Placement inspectors also have very skewed perceptions of what is appropriate for school imo, we were told to wear heels if we were short by the college, and essentially raid our elderly relatives wardrobes as sporty shoes and jeans would have warranted a negative mark on your overall placement feedback. And I literally graduated last year! However, as a PP teacher I would wear skirts that short. I’m 6’1 so most skirts land a good chunk above my knee. This does not take away from my capabilities of teaching so I don’t think it should matter

The thick tights would make this fine I think. Read the room - try and fit in would be my advice. Each school is its own microcosm of unspoken rules and culture.

Lots of teachers in my school wore similar skirt lengths, they were the most popular teachers. 

All boys school for what it's worth.