Clothes and Appearance
We are a uniformed school and our expectations of smart dress extend to the Sixth Form. While we no longer require you to wear full school uniform, we do expect you to look professional. As Sixth Form students you are the most senior students in the Academy and are role models for students in lower years.
Wren Academy’s gender-neutral dress code allows members of the Sixth Form to set a high standard in their personal appearance and conduct.
An easy way to think about Sixth Form Dress Code is you should be able to walk straight from school to an interview where the invitation reads ‘Formal Office Wear’.
More detailed clarification of what is and is not allowed is detailed below:
Permitted:
- Smart trousers - suit trousers or chinos
- Smart skirt no shorter than mid-thigh in length
- Smart dress no shorter than mid-thigh in length
- Smart shirt with collar
- Smart blouse
- Smart jumper
- Smart cardigan
- Smart leather or suede shoes (or shoes of leather/suede appearance - not trainers)
- Smart jacket or blazer
- Formal items, such as waistcoats and ties are optional
Not Permitted Items:
- Denim
- Short tops that reveal your midriff
- Visible tattoos
- Trainers (any colour)
- Polo shirts
- Facial piercings
- Any clothing with rips, holes or large logos/slogans
- Uggs
- Hoodies or sweatshirts
- Cargo trousers
- Activewear
The judgement of the Academy Leadership Group will be final on all matters relating to the Sixth Form Dress Code.
Please also be aware of the following:
- Coats may be worn but are to be removed once inside classrooms and study areas
- Ear piercings are permitted, as well as a single nose stud
- Hair should be of a natural colour
- Where religious dress is worn such as a hijab, turban, abaya etc., it should be worn in conjunction with the dress code and maintain its spirit.
- Lanyards must be worn while in school.
Finally, please remember that the dress code in the Sixth Form is a privilege not enjoyed by other members of the school community. It reflects the level of maturity and independence we expect from our Sixth Form students and any student failing to comply with it may be sent home to change.
Sports Kit
Students may choose their own sports kit but it must be appropriate for physical exercise. All students taking part in sport should have a pair of trainers, socks, shorts or tracksuit bottoms and a sports t-shirt. Students who represent the Academy at sporting fixtures will be asked to ensure they have the appropriate team kit.