UKAT Sixth Form Dress Code

As a member of the UKAT community, you are no longer required to wear a prescribed branded uniform. However, the dress code outlined below is designed to always promote a positive and responsible image of UKAT Sixth Form whilst on site or traveling to/from school sites. We have updated this for September 2026 following feedback from parents and students.  

DRESS CODE

Footwear Expectations

It is expected that at all times students will wear shoes which are polishable. 

Where students are in breach of this, they will be asked to go home and change before returning.  If there is a medical reason why a student needs to adapt their footwear, this must be communicated by Parent/Carer to the UKAT Sixth Form Team and be agreed by the hub team. The following styles of footwear are not acceptable:

·       Trainers / canvas style  

·       Flip flops / sliders 

·       Work like boots e.g. Timberland / Caterpillar  

·       Ugg-style boots  

Only when participating in practical lessons is it permitted that students wear trainers as outlined in the practical subjects dress code below. 

Jewellery Expectations

UKAT Sixth Form Team appreciate that with the removal of school uniform, students may wish to express themselves and, for some, piercings are a method of doing so; however, we also understand the risks associated with some piercings and the potential to cause accidental injury in a busy school environment.  

Therefore, no more than 4 studs should be worn in each ear, with no hanging/hoops or piercing accessories used.  Students are permitted to have one nose stud which cannot protrude the skin.  Eyebrow piercings not permitted, unless a clear stud is used.

Hair Expectations

As with jewellery, we accept that students wish to express themselves, however we still must ensure that high expectations are upheld by Sixth Form students as role models to younger students.  Therefore, as a privilege within the UKAT Sixth Form, subtle highlights/low lights are permittable, however we ask that natural hair colours are adhered to for a student’s hair. 

At no time is it acceptable to have extreme hair styles, such as a mohican. We also do not permit the wearing of du rags, caps, or beanies.

Physical Education, Performing Arts and Dance 

It is always expected that students adhere to the UKAT Sixth Form dress code. If a subject requires a kit, the full kit must be worn. You must bring your kit to change into and out of for lessons only.

Chelsea Football programme

Full Chelsea Football kit can be worn Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. This must be full CFC kit only. On Mondays and Fridays, full Sixth Form smart dress code must be worn.

Crusaders Programme

Students must bring smart, non-logo fitness wear to change into for their training session. After the session, they must change back into their Sixth Form smart dress.

Other Relevant Information Pertinent to Dress Code

·       All clothing worn within the dress code should be free of large logos, slogans, or images 
·       Tattoos should not be visible  
·       Outdoor clothing, such as jackets, scarves and hats, should not be worn around school site. 

·       Sweatshirts and hoodies are not permitted to be worn at any time on school site, including entering and exiting either school site.  

·       Recording glasses are not permitted at any time.

It is beyond the scope of the policy to provide guidance on every eventuality. In the event of queries, the final decision of what is deemed appropriate day to day falls with the Sixth Form Team or Senior Leadership Team at either school site. 

 If your attire is not appropriate, you will be asked to adjust your dress.  In extenuating circumstances, you may be asked to go home to change and return promptly.  There are sanctions in place for such situations, as with the rest of the school community.  Your access to learning at the UKAT Sixth Form is dependent on your compliance with the expectations clearly explained.   

Adaptations in extreme hot weather will be advised directly by the UKAT Sixth Form Team.  

LANYARDS & ID CARDS

All sixth form students will be issued with a UKAT Sixth Form lanyard and identity card which MUST be worn AT ALL TIMES and visible whilst on either school site.  If for any reason you arrive at either hub site and you do not have your lanyard you must sign in at reception or with the 6th form team to receive a temporary lanyard on confirmation of your ID.  This must then be returned on exiting the academy.  Any lost lanyards incur a charge of £2.50 to be replaced.

Exemplar Dress Code Guidance

For reference, please see images below for what is acceptable and unacceptable in accordance with the UKAT Sixth Form Dress Code, this list is not exhaustive and is for illustration and reference purposes only.