Across many schools in the United Kingdom, a modern end-of-school-year tradition has become increasingly popular: the “leavers’ hoodie.” At the end of Year 6, Year 11, or Year 13, students order customised hoodies to mark the end of their time together. These hoodies usually feature the school name, the year group (such as “Class of 2026”), and a list of students’ names or nicknames. What began as a small trend has now spread to thousands of schools and has become a symbol of leaving school life behind.
Unlike formal graduation ceremonies seen in other countries, UK students often wear these hoodies informally during their final weeks, making them part of everyday school life before term ends. While some schools debate issues like cost and uniform rules, the tradition remains extremely popular. For many students, the hoodie becomes a lasting keepsake that represents friendships and memories from their school years.
So, how about wearing a François Mauriac hoodie?
