Sixth form
Bishop Walsh Sixth Form Uniform
Please note the following items should be purchased from our recommended uniform suppliers to maintain consistency.
Please note that fashion trends cannot dictate a variance in the uniform code. If you are unsure about any aspect of the uniform code please check with school before purchasing. The Head of School is the person who determines what is acceptable or considered extreme.
Sixth Form Uniform
● The official black Sixth Form blazer with Bishop Walsh Catholic School Sixth Form crest.
● Tailored black trousers or a plain black knee length skirt. Tights must be worn under skirts and must be plain black in colour. Leggings are not allowed.
● Material- no denim, corduroy, leather, lycra, chinos or canvas. No trousers which in any way resemble jeans in black denim. The Sixth Form Leadership Team reserve the right to decide whether a pair of trousers look like jeans or not. No tight fitting trousers or skirts.
● A plain white shirt. This may be short or long sleeved. It must be buttoned at the front and have a collar.
● Gents must wear a smart tie, of their choice. Ladies may wish to wear a tie of their choice.
● If students wish to wear a jumper this must be a plain black V-neck or round neck jumper with no logo. Students can choose to wear this in addition to their blazer.
● A maximum of two simple stud-like earrings can be worn in the lower lobe of each ear. No piercings are permitted in the tragus or helix of the ear. No tongue, facial or visible body piercings are permitted. Other jewellery may be worn but this must be discreet.
● A presentable and professional hairstyle is required at all times. Only naturally occurring hair colours are permitted; artificial shades such as red, purple, lilac, orange, or any similarly unnatural tones are not allowed. The Sixth Form Leadership Team reserves the right to determine whether a highlight is natural and if a hairstyle meets the required standard.
● Footwear- Black, smart leather shoes must be worn at all times. Unacceptable shoes include – trainers, boots, canvas shoes or pumps.
● Make up/Nails - Discreet make up and nail varnish is allowed. Students are not permitted to wear heavy make-up or fake nails and fake eyelashes. Make up wipes will be provided if make up is deemed too much. The Sixth Form Leadership Team reserve the right to decide whether makeup is too much.
Students who turn up to school inappropriately dressed may: - be required to wear a spare uniform item provided by the Sixth Form; in exchange, they must temporarily hand in a personal belonging, which will be returned once the uniform item is returned in good condition - have items confiscated - be asked to go home and change. Students should accept that if they choose to dress inappropriately there will be consequences that may result in a loss of learning time.
