Sixth Form Dress Code

Dress code: In Sixth Form you are expected to dress smartly and suitably and always comply with the agreed dress code. Remember, we look to you to set an example to students lower down the school.

Why do we have a dress code? The school retains a dress code in Sixth Form for a number of reasons:

Many students prefer having a dress code so that the focus of the day can be on the learning by removing the worry about what to wear each day.
It prepares you for the workplace and careers after Sixth Form where you will adhere to a business dress code.
Your Sixth Form suit is handy for any interviews you may receive over the two years.

The Essential Look
The Suit	The Top	The Shoes
Dark navy, grey or black plain or pinstriped suit as follows: Single breasted jacket (students should arrive and depart in their jacket to each part of their day) Tailored trousers fitted to the waist.  A tailored skirt may be worn in place of trousers assuming that it is of suitable length for a professional workplace. Dropped waist / hipsters trousers are not permissible.	Plain white short or long-sleeved shirt of student’s own choice.  Please note, shirt must have a collar and front buttons. If a shirt is worn outside of the trouser or skirt it must be fitted and not fall below the jacket. T shirts / pull-on tops are not permissible. It is not acceptable for midriffs to be on show.	Any suitable low-heeled navy or black shoe or smart ankle boot. Casual shoes of any description are not permissible, including Vans or Converse pumps.
Extras
*Second Layers* An optional dark navy / black / grey jumper (not a sweatshirt or hoodie) or cardigan for winter wear under jackets. Please note that cardigans and jumpers are not acceptable alternatives to the suit jacket. Any dark outdoor coat/ jacket/scarves/gloves/hats are permitted; however, they should be removed and stored between 8:45am until 3:45pm and should not be worn in lessons, study periods, assemblies or religious events. *Hair and Jewellery* Hair must be neat and neutral. Extreme hair styles and colours are not allowed. Large items/copious amounts of jewellery are not permissible. A cross and chain or simple chain may be worn at the neck.  A simple chain bracelet or bangle may be worn.  Students are required to restrict themselves to one pair of earrings (hoop and drop earrings are not permissible on the grounds of health and safety).  Visible body piercings will need to be removed.
Please note that Loreto Grammar School reserves the right to change the code of dress at our discretion and that all decisions about what is and is not acceptable remain with the school.

Posted on: 26/09/2023

Loreto Grammar School achieves Eco-Schools Green Flag with Distinction

Loreto Whale, displayed on our fence next to the tennis courts, made from plastic bottle tops to symbolise the dangers of plastic pollution to marine life. An enormous thank you to our students and staff who have worked very hard to promote eco awareness in our school and undertaken so many eco initiatives allowing us to fly the Eco flag. The Eco Schools board reviewed our application and were pleased to highlight the following:- "Achieving our accreditation demonstrates that you have gone above and beyond to improve your local community and protect our planet, if everyone shared the same passion, determination and dedication we're sure the climate crisis would soon be thing of the past. It is very impressive that you have formed such a large Eco-Committee with fantastic adult member support. It shows that young people in your school are aware of environmental issues and are committed to being active and creating positive change. This knowledge and attitude has provided your school with excellent foundations for the many successes achieved through a whole school approach and the fact that the work of your Eco-Committee is valued and respected amongst staff and pupils alike! We loved reading the quotes provided by members of the Eco-Committee which demonstrate that they are impressive individuals who are passionate about improving their local community and protecting our planet. Your Curriculum Link examples are imaginative, practical and fun, making environmental education accessible and engaging, well done! This is a great way to add context to your Eco-Schools work, it means young people at your school are given the opportunity to learn about important environmental issues and then the chance to work on these issues – a great dual approach. This is a great way to add context to your Eco-Schools work, it means young people at your school are given the opportunity to learn about important environmental issues and then the chance to work on these issues – a great dual approach. It was also wonderful to read you had supplemented your environmental learning with a field trip to the Waste Recycling Plant in Sharston to learn about Waste Management– the day sounded brilliant! We absolutely loved seeing the evidence you provided of your completed sessions and planning, all involved should be incredibly proud of their achievements. You have placed a lot of emphasis on informing as many members of your school community as possible in your Eco- Schools work and this is a strength of your application. You have made significant efforts to involve all pupils and your wider school community, maximising the impacts of your Eco-Schools work and benefitting your local area and our planet. Your greatest successes link clearly to the experience of your pupils. It is great that you were able to greatly improve school-wide efforts with recycling. This is what the best forms of climate action are about – impactful but achievable things that create a positive experience and prompt more action. We love this! Managing and resourcing changes is a common and big challenge to face, especially when actively trying to involve your local community! Your actions have faced this challenge and made brilliant choices to adapt to them. SMART choices and a committed Eco- Committee have overcome any obstacles and you should be proud of your achievements this year. We love your collaborative approach to creating an Eco-Code pledge, this approach has allowed your Eco-Committee to take ownership and create a final code that will be treasured by everyone at your school. Your Eco-Code is a fantastic call to action for all who read it. It’s a great reflection of the ethos your Eco-Committee have created. Overall, this is a terrific application. Everyone at Loreto Grammar School should be proud of the Green Team and the amazing and inspiring work that they’ve delivered this year. You’re more than worthy of your Eco-Schools Green Flag with Distinction. Congratulations!" This award demonstrates our continuing Eco journey as we strive to live out Pope Francis’ message of “Laudate Si” (praise be to you), the Loreto Sisters seven year action plan (2021-2028) on “Care for our Common Home” and our own school response to climate change. We look forward to 2023-24 with hope and commitment.Read More

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