The Academy Dress Code will enable students to project a professional, businesslike image whilst at the same time being allowed some freedom of self-expression. The guidelines, however, are very clear to ensure appropriate standards of appearance in an Academy/work setting.
BOYS: | GIRLS: |
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Formal style 2 or 3-piece suit | Tailored style blazer with a formal skirt of an appropriate length (no higher than 5cm above the knee – taking into account that it will ride up a little when you walk) or tailored, full length trousers - not skin tight, meaning no leggings, jeggings or jeans. |
Blazers must be worn at all times around the Academy | Blazers must be worn at all times around the Academy |
Formal tailored shirt, tucked into the trousers, all shirt buttons fastened and tie worn to a conventional length. Or a smart plain jumper | Plain coloured blouse/shirt/top/jumper which is long enough to cover the waistband and which should have sleeves. No strappy, Bardot or cold-shoulder tops. |
No flannel shirts | No underwear should be visible at any time |
No jeans or denim of any sort | Neckline may be in any style but should not be low |
No sports jackets or hoodies | No hats or any other non-religious headwear |
Formal shoes | Coat (optional) – single colour, should be removed when inside the building. Not denim or leather and no logo/insignias/badges. |
No flip flops, sliders, CROCS, trainers, canvas shoes, biker or Doc Martin style boots | Dark or natural coloured tights. |
No hats or any other non-religious headwear | Shoes should have heels no higher than 2 inches. No flop-flops, sliders, CROCS, trainers, canvas shoes, biker or Doc Martin style boots. |
Coat (optional) - single colour, should be removed when inside the building. Not denim or leather and no logo/insignias/badges. | Any piercings to be small and discreet |
Hair should be of natural colour and any facial hair should be neatly trimmed | Hair should be of natural colour and neat |
Any piercings to be small and discreet | Tattoos should be discreet and easily covered |
Tattoos should be discreet and easily covered |
Failure to adhere to the above dress code will result in you being asked to return home to change before returning to Academy. Failure to return to Academy will be counted as an unauthorised absence