Sixth Form standards are a straightforward system of expectations which can be easily understood by pupils, staff and parents. The aims of Sixth Form Standards are:

• to promote academic achievement
• to promote responsibility for independent study and good study habit (including attendance, punctuality, completing work on time, high quality note-taking, independent study and revision, and performance in tests)
• to encourage personal development with increasing responsibility and self-discipline commitment to extra-curricular activity and involvement in the wider life of the school
• to provide a structure which challenges, monitors, rewards and supports performance across these objectivesto be good role models for the lower school and ambassadors in the community

There are six key standards which set out the School’s expectations of Sixth Form students:

• Full attendance
• Consistent punctuality
• Dedication to studying
• Participation in school life
• Demonstration of high levels of responsibility
• Adherence to the Sixth Form dress code

Students who consistently meet the standards will enjoy greater autonomy within the Sixth Form and are awarded Commendations. Those who fail to meet the Standards will be given Concern Notes. More information is available in the Sixth Form Prospectus.

Uniform

Polo Shirt: Blue school polo shirt embroidered with school crest.
Jumper: Plain dark blue jumper. Or, school hoodie with badge.
Skirt: Navy tailored skirt, either straight or with pleats, knee length, no extremes. Trousers: Grey tailored trousers that meet shoes. Flares, skinny, jeans, leggings, corduroys, or cargo style are not to be worn.
Trousers: Grey tailored trousers that meet shoes. Flares, skinny, jeans, leggings, corduroys, or cargo style are not to be worn.
Shorts: Tailored grey knee length. ‘Fashion’, skinny fit and sports shorts are not acceptable, and neither are jeans or chino styled shorts.
Tights: Black. Without holes. No coloured socks to be worn over tights.
Socks: Black. Shoes: Smart plain black/brown. No visible logos or air bubbles. Sports trainers, canvas shoes and boots are not to be worn.
Coats: Smart coats can be worn before/after school, during break/lunch and during movement around the site. Coats are not to be worn in classrooms. Hoodies and non-uniform jumpers are not to be worn as a replacement.

Make-Up: Limited make-up which is natural and discrete can be worn. No artificial nails. Clear/neutral nail varnish permitted.
Jewellery: 1 set of stud earrings worn in the ear lobe (piercings should be done at the start of the holiday), 1 necklace (under shirt), 1 watch/bracelet, 1 ring.

Sixth Form students are permitted to wear one small and unobtrusive nose stud. In the event of the latter, the Head of Sixth Form will be the arbitrator in terms of interpretation of ‘small and unobtrusive’.

If a beard is worn it must be kept neat, tidy, and well groomed.

Optional Smart Dress Friday

As role models of our community Sixth Form students are expected to dress in a smart and confident manner. Students can wear smart dress on a Friday which is appropriate for learning in a school environment and based on the principles above.

Additional information (all years)

School badges – these can be purchased from the school shop to allow for items purchased elsewhere to be logoed.

All items of uniform and sportswear can be obtained at highly competitive prices in the School Shop (Tel: 01297 445435) but, most can be purchased elsewhere. Preloved uniforms are available. For more information, contact ptfa.preloveduniform@woodroffe.dorset.sch.uk.

Should you require additional support with uniform, please contact the school.