I am sure that all parents will share our expectations that children behave well at all times. Discipline is firm and fair and rules are kept to a minimum. Whether in the classroom, on the playground or in the dining hall pupils are required to show the kind of behaviour that would be expected by a responsible parent. The school expects all pupils to:-
• Address members of the teaching and ancillary staff and visitors courteously and respectfully and follow instructions.
• Show consideration for the needs and feelings of other pupils; keep hands, feet, objects and unkind words to themselves.
• Take a pride in the appearance of the school building and grounds.
Pupils who do not respond to directives stipulated by the class teachers or lunchtime supervisors follow the 5 step behaviour plan within the school. All school staff have been trained in behaviour management techniques and all follow the 5 step behaviour plan. It is the policy of the school to involve parents in disciplinary procedures at a very early stage when a child is not conforming to an acceptable pattern of work or behaviour. The school believes in praising all aspects of a child’s development through the Behaviour Policy within the school and an incentive award system is in operation to support this. Nearly all children behave sensibly and responsibly and staff make a point of using praise and encouragement throughout the day.
