Dress code

Working Students Dress Code for session 2022/23

At MHS we adopt a workplace approach when it comes to clothing and therefore whilst we don’t have a traditional school uniform, we do have a smart and casual Dress Code that we expect students to stick to and thank parents for supporting.

Our dress code for everyone is summed up as appropriate and inclusive.

Students should be dressed in manner that is comfortable and weather appropriate. It should be acknowledged that this is a place of work, and as such we have frequent visitors who view students in both their appearance and behaviour, both at MHS and in the community. The students are representatives of us all and have a duty to help us promote a strong, positive reputation.

A few specific issues that we would ask for your support with are:

·        Shorts / Skirts / Dresses should be close to knee length;

·        T shirts should be as plain as possible, and have no inappropriate wording, symbols or logo’s;

·        All parts of the stomach and back must be fully covered without pulling or tugging;

·        No transparent or ‘cut away’ tops or low riding jeans (underwear should not be visible);

·        Trainers and shoes are allowed but no flip flops, sliders or work style boots (e.g. steel toe capped – safety issues);

·        Coats should be removed when in lessons and hoods taken down.

When students are working on practical activities or involved with off-site trips and learning, then it is likely that a different dress code will be more appropriate. We would always give students guidance accordingly.

For sport activities students need trainers, shorts or joggers and a change of t-shirt / top and deodorant. We would expect students to change into sports clothing and change back out to encourage comfort and personal hygiene

Days at other provision e.g., College: students will be advised what they need to wear by the external provision.

We aim to be inclusive and make reasonable adjustments if needed.

If students arrive at school and are felt to be unsuitably dressed, parents will be contacted and asked to support us in maintaining the code.

To be reviewed prior to session 2023/24