At The John Wallis Academy Sixth Form, you must dress formally, as if for business or formal office work. Sixth Form students’ clothes must be smart, modest and safe. Students must avoid displaying extremes of fashion or hair styles.

Blazer/ Jacket
Sixth Form students are expected to wear a formal jacket or blazer to the Academy.  It is expected that boys wear a shirt and tie and have the choice of wearing a jumper, however no large logos are permitted. Hoodies are not permitted in the Sixth Form at any time and if necessary, will be confiscated.

Trousers
Trousers must be formal, smart and plain.  Jeans, tracksuits, cords, leggings, jeggings and casual trousers will not be allowed.

Skirts/dresses
Skirts and dresses need to be of knee-length.  Tops must not be revealing, showing thin straps, be low cut and must completely cover the stomach.

Shoes
Shoes must be appropriately practical and sensible. Heels of medium height, if reasonably robust, are acceptable. Stilettos, trainers, open-toed sandals, flip-flops, canvas shoes and Ugg-type boots will not be allowed.
 
Hair
Students’ hair should be well-kept, clean and moderate in style, length and treatment; artificial streaks or colouring that stands out in any way will not be allowed. Boys’ hair must be tied back if longer than collar-length and boys must be clean-shaven. The Academy reserves the right to ask students to cut their hair, change their hairstyle or shave facial hair if their presentation falls below an acceptable level.

Jewellery
Jewellery must be discreet and minimal.  Facial piercings are not permitted except for a discrete clear nose stud.

Lanyards
Students will be issued with a lanyard once their photo ID has been created.  Students must visibly wear this every day in order to adhere to our safeguarding procedures. 

The Sixth Form team reserve the right to challenge students whose form of clothing or appearance falls below acceptable standard.  Students will be asked to go home to correct any issues and may face isolation if it cannot be fixed immediately.  Our Sixth Form students are ambassadors to our younger pupils and visitors to the Academy.  It is therefore vital that they conduct themselves accordingly.  

Mobile phones and ear pods
As a privilege, Sixth Form students are allowed to use their mobile phones and wear ear pods whilst in the Sixth Form Study Centre, but must NOT be seen using them in corridors or around the Academy.

Any final guidance on the Sixth Form dress code is at the discretion of the Principal.