Sixth Form
The most exciting phase of secondary education is the Sixth Form. Here young people make a journey from dependence to independence, are most able to discover and develop their own particular interests, passions and personality. It is the time when, as the senior students, they take a leading role within the school community, and as fellow adults enjoy a more mature relationship with their teachers and with one another.
St Edward’s College Sixth Form provides both challenge and nurture for students at this crucial time in their intellectual and personal formation. Our long, proud history of intellectual endeavour and high achievement, our very strong sense of community and solidarity, our commitment to Catholic faith and values - all this provides a uniquely stimulating Sixth Form journey.
Students at St Edward’s have the benefit of an ambitious yet supportive culture, a Sixth Form large enough to offer real breadth of opportunity yet small enough to know each individual and be attuned to their needs and provide personal care, advice and help. We work hard to ensure that our students emerge from their Sixth Form studies with the strong qualifications, broad interests and virtues of character to make a positive difference in the wider world of higher education and work.
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Sixth Form dress code
Why do we have a dress code? The St Edward's College Sixth Form dress code is a central part of our school’s culture, and we encourage all pupils to take pride in their appearance and value the sense of identity that this provides. These Sixth Form guidelines are based on how a professional would be expected to dress for work. In other words, the student should be smart, well-presented and business like.
Suit: Students must wear a plain conventional tailored black suit (no pinstripes). It should be a matching jacket and trousers/skirt. Skirts must be lined (no Lycra) and reach the top of the knee. Trouser suits may be worn (no cropped or capri trousers).
Shirt/Blouse: Plain white shirt or blouse with a collar. Short or long sleeves.
Ties: Male students must wear a Sixth Form tie.
Jumpers: In addition, students can wear an optional, plain V neck black jumper (to reveal tie). Jumpers must not be zip-up or hooded tops. No logos. No cardigans.
Shoes: Black shoes that are simple and formal. Trainers must not be worn outside of games activities.
Coats: Outdoor coats may be of any colour, but they must be smart. Coats must not be worn indoors. No denim or leather coats permitted.
Notes:
• Scarves: Hijab must be plain black (or plain white in hot weather if preferred). Winter scarves must not be worn indoors.
• Jewellery: Only plain, simple and discreet jewellery is allowed.
• Belts: Simple black belts only.
Students who do not adhere to the above will be sent home to change or amend their appearance and then return to College and will not be admitted to lessons until they have done so. The final decision as to the suitable appearance of Sixth Form students rests with the Sixth Form Leadership Team.
Suppliers: ties and suits Liverpool School Wear: https://www.liverpoolschoolwear.co.uk/ (students can purchase a black suit from wherever they wish to. Our school supplier offers a complete suit for under £60. School will use Liverpool Schoolwear to source uniform items for bursary students. For further advice please contact the Sixth Form Learning Mentor – wendy.callacher@st-edwards.co.uk. This policy adheres to latest government guidance on dress codes in the workplace (see https://tinyurl.com/y8cmfahv).
