Attendance
We expect 95% + attendance from every student.
We also expect students to be punctual to registration and to lessons.
This level of attendance is necessary to ensure students achieve their full potential in their AS and A levels
Absence Notification
If you know you are going to be absent, you must hand in a notification form at least 2 days in advance.
Cars and Parking
If students wish to drive their own cars to school they can request a car parking permit from Mrs Goodman. This permit will entitle students to park in one of the allocated 6th form parking spaces in the main car park. Students must adhere to the terms and conditions of the permit and must always have the permit displayed clearly.
Any students who do not have a permit must park responsibly away from the site and please remember to be considerate in the manner that you park and towards our neighbours.
Dress Code
Our dress code is built around three key principles:
✔ Professionalism – creating a focused, purposeful environment for study
✔ Setting an example – acting as role models for younger students
✔ Respect – showing consideration for others and ourselves
We expect Sixth Form students to take pride in their appearance and dress in a way that reflects a smart, business-like standard. The following items are permitted:
Formal-style trousers or tailored shorts (no denim or sportswear)
Skirts or dresses of an appropriate length (should fall below fingertips with arms by sides)
Formal shirts, tops, or dresses with shoulder coverage (no casual vests, crop tops, sports shirts, off-the-shoulder tops, or casual T-shirts)
Jumpers (note: hoodies are classed as coats and should not be worn indoors)
Cardigans
Jackets, blazers, waistcoats, ties
Formal shoes
Plain white or black leather trainers are acceptable, but only if worn with smart business attire – not with sportswear
Additional guidance:
Coats may be worn but must be removed in classrooms and study areas (this includes hoodies)
Modest cultural dress (e.g. hijab, turban, abaya) is welcomed, provided it aligns with the spirit of the dress code
Ear piercings are permitted, as is one small nose piercing
Clothing should be free from rips, holes, or large logos/slogans
If an item is not listed above, please assume it is not permitted.
The final decision on the suitability of any clothing lies with the Head of Sixth Form.
Please remember that the Sixth Form dress code is a privilege that reflects your maturity and growing independence. Failure to meet expectations may result in being asked to return home to change.
Health and Safety
For the health, safety and comfort of all students the following will apply:
Food and drink will be available from a server in the common rooms at break and lunch time. This must not be taken into the study rooms, and all litter must be placed in the bins provided.
Smoking is not allowed anywhere on site. No alcohol or drugs are to be brought onto the site.
No knives, firearms or other dangerous weapons are to be brought onto the site
Post-16 Bursary
The 16-19 Bursary Fund helps 16 to 19-year-olds continue in education, where they might otherwise struggle for financial reasons.
Please contact sixthform@littleover.derby.sch.uk for the current pack.
Rewards and Sanctions
LCS 6th Form has high expectations of its students and the following policy is designed to promote and support the type of conduct and behaviour that we feel is appropriate for 6th Form students.
Student Union Card Application
LCS 6th form students are eligible to apply for membership of the National Union of Students. Click the link below to sign up.
Use of the Facilities
LCS 6th Form students will have use of the Common Rooms and the Study Rooms from 8.00am until 5.30pm.
These facilities are for the use of LCS Sixth Form students, no students from other institutions or other years are permitted.
Mobile Phones, MP3 Players, iPods etc can be used in the common room and in the study rooms only, provided that their use does not interfere with yours and other people’s studying. Sixth form students seen listening to devices around the site or who have headphones visible may have the device and headphones confiscated. Mobile phones should be switched off at all other times.
Usage of any electronic devices during a lesson will be at the discretion of the subject teacher.
As is the situation in lower school, confiscated devices will be locked away and parents will be asked to collect them from members of the 6th Form team. They will not be returned directly to the students.
Students are responsible for the safety of any mobile phones, personal stereos, MP3 Players, iPods etc. Littleover Community School accepts no responsibility for the loss of such items
Use of the table football game, playing cards etc is strictly only permitted before and after school and during breaks and lunchtime – NOT during private study/’free’ lessons. Gambling is NOT permitted
Induction Process
Preparing for Sixth Form
Resources to help students prepare for LCS Sixth form can be found below:
Please see also visit the Parent-Student Information page.
EPQ
Resources for students studying the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) can be found below:
