Plain legionnaire caps, great sun protection hats for kids
Made from poly/cotton twill fabric
Pre-curved peak
5 panel design with square front
Hole at back with Velcro for adjustability & ventilation
Great as a tennis hat or school hat
Sun...
Plain Twill Weave Kids Legionnaire Cap
Made from 190g twill weave fabric
80% Polyester, 20% Cotton
Five panel cap
UPF 50+ rated for year-round protection
Covered back touch fastener & a pony tail hole
Features a moisture absorbing...
Plain Microfibre Kids Legionnaire Cap
Made from crush-resistant soft finish microfibre
Water repellent and UPF rated for year-round protection
Keep cool lining keeps them comfy when they're playing hard
Features a moisture absorbing...
Legionnaire Hats: The Standard for School Sun Safety and Outdoor Work
The legionnaire hat is a structured cap with an added rear neck flap, providing sun coverage across the face, ears and back of the neck in a single piece. In Australia, it is the most widely specified hat style for primary school sun-safety policies and is a practical choice for outdoor workers who need all-day UV protection without the discomfort of a full broad-brim hat.
BCA stocks legionnaire hats in adult and kids sizing, across cotton and microfibre constructions. All styles are blank and unbranded, ready for school crest embroidery, corporate logo decoration or plain use as a sun-safety item.
Why Legionnaire Hats Are the School Uniform Choice
The legionnaire hat's rear neck flap is the practical reason it dominates Australian school headwear. Unlike a baseball cap or wide brim hat, it covers the back of the neck, which is a key sun exposure point for children bending over at play or sport. The brim shades the face. The neck flap catches the rest. For primary school purchasing officers working to a sun-safety brief, it addresses the spec more completely than any other hat style.
Legionnaire Hats for Outdoor Work
For outdoor workers including tradies, agricultural workers and grounds maintenance teams, the legionnaire hat provides practical all-around protection that a standard cap misses. The structured crown holds shape through a full workday. Microfibre constructions in the BCA range are lightweight and suitable for high-heat conditions where breathability matters alongside sun coverage.
Sizes and Construction
Adults: Most legionnaire hats in the adult range are adjustable, covering the standard adult head size range via velcro or snap closure at the rear.
Kids: Youth-sized legionnaire hats are available in the BCA kids range, with styles including the SAHARA, ROBIN, SCORCH and ORBIT suited to primary school age groups.
Fabrics: Cotton for softer wear in casual and school contexts. Microfibre for lightweight performance and higher UPF ratings in outdoor work and sport use.
Frequently Asked Questions
A legionnaire hat is a structured cap with a rear neck flap attached, providing sun coverage across the face, ears and back of the neck simultaneously. The brim shades the face in the same way as a baseball cap, while the neck flap extends behind the head to cover the back of the neck, which a standard cap cannot. The name comes from the hat style worn by French Foreign Legion soldiers in sun-exposed desert conditions, adapted for everyday sun-safety use in Australia.
Yes. The legionnaire hat is the most widely specified hat style for Australian primary school sun-safety policies. Its rear neck flap provides coverage beyond what a standard cap offers, particularly for children who are active at play or sport. Most state-level SunSmart guidelines reference the legionnaire hat as an appropriate hat style for outdoor school environments. Styles in the BCA range are available in kids sizing and can be embroidered with school crests.
Legionnaire hats in the BCA range are available in adult and kids sizing. Adult styles are adjustable to fit the standard adult head size range. Kids styles in the kids headwear range are sized for primary school-aged children. Check individual product pages for specific sizing notes on each style, as sizing proportions vary by construction and supplier.
Yes. Legionnaire hats at BCA are available for bulk purchase. Most styles carry no minimum order. For school uniform bulk orders, the kids headwear range includes several 25-piece packs designed for school procurement. Bulk pricing is available on request for adult styles and custom quantities. Schools ordering for a full year group can contact BCA for bulk pricing before placing an order.
Some legionnaire hat styles in the BCA range carry a UPF rating. UPF 50+ rated styles block at least 98% of UV radiation, consistent with Australian sun-safety standards. Not all styles carry a formal UPF certification. For school or workplace procurement where a specific UPF rating is required, check the individual product page for confirmed UPF values before purchasing.
Yes. All legionnaire hats at BCA are blank and unbranded, making them suitable for embroidery decoration. The front panel is the standard placement for school crests and club logos. Cotton and microfibre constructions both accept embroidery consistently. For a school uniform order, most decorator studios will work from the blank hat to add the school crest before the hats are distributed to families. Contact your preferred decorator with the BCA product page link to confirm compatibility before ordering.
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