Dress Code

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Dress code and behaviour are closely linked, as attire influences self-perception, boosts confidence and sets professional expectations.

While the modern workplace has become flexible, dress code remains an essential element for many professions.

At Brook 6th Form & Academy, as part of our inclusive approach and to prepare students for their next step destinations, we expect sixth form students to adhere to a dress code.

Dress Code for Years 12 & 13

The school does not have a prescribed provider for the Sixth Form dress code. As such, all of the items can be purchased from any retailer or supermarket.

Year 12 and Year 13 Dress Code is blue or grey. Black is reserved exclusively for Year 10 and Year 11 pupils' school uniform.

• A blue or grey business suit. This can be a business dress or skirt at a modest length, worn with modest tights, or trousers. It must be matching and not separates.

• Or a blue or grey Abaya, with matching hijab. A matching blazer is preferred.

• Plain collared shirt or blouse.

• A tie of any colour.

• Jumper the same colour as the suit, to be worn over the shirt or blouse and under the blazer. Permitted only in the winter months.

• Black shoes.

• Plain black hair accessories, optional for some students.

• A suitable school bag. Black is the preferred colour.

• Engineering students are required to wear a boilersuit and S3 safety boots when in the workshop.

Items That Are Not Permitted

We expect parents and students to take a common-sense approach to the business dress code.

• No non-religious headwear.

• No cardigans.

• No knee-length socks.

• No trainers or sports-style footwear of any colour.

• No shorts.

• No leggings.

PE Kit

• White polo shirt – no logo.

• Black shorts – no logo.

• Plain black knee-length socks – no logo.

• Plain black tracksuit top/sweatshirt – no logo, optional.

• Plain black tracksuit bottoms/jogging bottoms – no logo, optional.

• Football boots and shin pads.

• Plain black PE/sports bag to carry kit.