Policies

The dress code at BW6 reflects our commitment to preparing students for professional life. We expect students to dress in a way that aligns with a modern workplace, balancing comfort with professionalism. As senior members of the school community, BW6 students act as role models for younger year groups and help to set a positive, aspirational tone across the school.

For safeguarding reasons, all members of BW6 must wear their school ID and lanyard visibly at all times while on site.

Expectations for Clothing

Students should ensure their clothing:

• Is comfortable and suitable for a full day of learning

• Is appropriate for an educational environment

• Covers shoulders and midriffs

• Is free from offensive slogans and/or imagery

• Is no more than 10cm above the knee (for skirts and shorts)

• Does not expose underwear

• Covers any tattoos

• Hats should not be worn inside the building.

Additional Guidance:

• Shoes must be closed-toe

• Moderate and discreet piercings are permitted

• Hairstyles should be appropriate for a professional setting

• There may be times when business casual is expected, for example when giving a presentation, or attending external speaker events.  You will be told of these events in advance.

Any questions regarding dress code should be directed to the Head of Sixth Form, and the school reserves the right to amend this policy as necessary. The Senior Leadership Team reserves the right to make the final decision on the suitability of any student’s attire. This includes items not explicitly covered in this policy that are deemed to be distracting, unsafe, or otherwise inappropriate for a professional learning environment. 

Code of Conduct

As a member of Bohunt Wokingham Sixth (BW6) you have certain privileges. Privileges include having private study periods, sole use of Sixth Form facilities, greater access to other school facilities and outdoor areas, unlimited access to careers advice, a café, more autonomy about how you use your time and freedom to go off site at designated free times. However, with privileges come responsibilities and duties. You play a vital role within school and beyond as role models and as leaders. You are looked up to by the younger members of our community and are expected to set the right example at all times. There are occasions when you are required to take on ambassadorial roles and you do so with charm and good humour. In the Sixth Form you are expected:

• To conduct yourself with integrity and dignity, serving as role models to younger students;
• To treat all students, staff, visitors and local residents with respect and consideration;
• To be dressed in accordance with the Sixth Form dress code;
• To participate fully in lessons, private study periods, enrichment activities and community service;
• To complete all work set by the agreed deadlines and develop independent study skills;
• To maintain the highest possible level of attendance and punctuality at all relevant school activities;
• To follow the Sixth Form procedures for registering and to inform the school of any absence at the earliest opportunity;
• To take care of the school buildings, resources, equipment and environment, and act in a safe manner at all times;
• To abide by the regulations relating to conduct of examinations and the submission of coursework for assessment;
• Not to bring cigarettes, alcohol or illegal substances onto the school site; As with all schools, Bohunt is a NON SMOKING or VAPING site.

Full attendance to lessons is required so that students can make the best progress and be

successful. Your attendance percentage is calculated on your total attendance to required

sessions. You will receive regular updates about your attendance. We expect attendance of 100% and will challenge attendance below 95%.

• You must inform the Sixth Form Team of any absences known in advance.
• You must ring the Sixth Form Administrator by 9.00am or make contact via email: on any day of sickness. If an illness is likely to last for a number of days, a parent should inform the Sixth Form Administrator, by letter, email or telephone. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THIS HAPPENS.
• If absences become regular, contact from home will be required on all occasions.
• Driving lessons and paid work must not be booked in study period time
• Should your attendance fall below 90%, without acceptable cause, the school reserves the right to ask parents to pay the entry fees for your examinations.

Bohunt Wokingham Sixth (BW6) is committed to offering students a wide range of high quality tips and visits.  There are two kinds of opportunities that are offered by the Sixth Form and parents should be aware of the different protocols associated with these trips and visits. 

Bohunt Sixth Form Trips and Experiences 

In the majority of cases, a trip or experience offered to students will be subject to the same procedures as trips and visits planned in the main school.  This means that:  

• Trips are subject to BET rigorous planning procedures  
• Trips are supervised by BET staff  
• Staff to student ratios for these trips are those set out by Hampshire County Council  
• BET staff have carried out all checks and due diligences required. 

Independent student trips and opportunities 

In the Sixth Form, students are offered different opportunities that do not always include BET staff supervision.  These opportunities include activities such as:  

• Internships  
• University taster sessions and summer schools  
• Work Experience  
• Trips and experiences run by specialist companies such as Holocaust Trust. 

When we offer students independent opportunities, we will carry out basic due diligence checks (remotely), however we will not necessarily do a preexperience visit.  Students will not be supervised by BET staff and they may well need to make their own travel arrangements. In case such as this Bohunt Sixth Form will: 

1. Carry out basic and reasonable checks to validate the trip/experience 
2. Issue students with a Bohunt Sixth Form contact number on the date(s) of the trip/experience, so that they can contact someone if they are in difficulty 
3. Ensure that parents/carers  and students are provided with access to information from the third party organiser, or identify where this information may be obtained (eg: weblinks) 
4. Require parent/carers to consent to the experience on the understanding that the trip/experience is not organised by Bohunt Sixth Form and that we are not responsible for students during the activity. 

As no BET staff will be present during the venture, parents/carers  should assure themselves that they understand and are happy with all pastoral care and supervision arrangements provided by the third party organiser 

Prompt arrival at lessons is expected. Teaching staff may refuse entry if you arrive more than five minutes after the start of the lesson, unless there is good reason.