Governors’ Written Statement of Behaviour Principles

RATIONALE

Under the Education and Inspection Act, 2006, the Governing Body must set the framework for the school’s behaviour policy by providing a written statement of general principles relating to behaviour and discipline, taking into account the needs of all pupils.

This is a statement of principles, not practice. The practical application of these principles is the responsibility of Headteacher.

The statement is informed by our schools mission, vision and values.

PRINCIPLES

All children, staff and visitors have the right to feel safe, valued and respected, and learn free from the disruption of others.

We are an inclusive school and all pupils, staff and visitors are free from any form of discrimination.

Staff and volunteers set an excellent example to pupils at all times.

The behaviour policy and associated school rules are understood by pupils and staff.

Rewards, sanctions and reasonable force are known, understood and used consistently by staff, in line with the behaviour policy.

A wide range of rewards are applied consistently and fairly in such a way to reward good behaviour around the school.

Sanctions should be applied fairly, consistently, proportionally and reasonably, taking into account SEND, disability and the needs of vulnerable children, offering support as necessary

Exclusions will only be used as a last resort. The processes involved in suspensions and permanent exclusions will follow Local Authority policy.

Pupils are helped to take responsibility for their actions using a restorative approach

Governors expect pupils and parents to cooperate to maintain an orderly climate for learning.

Parental involvement in behaviour incidents is crucial to foster positive home/school partnerships

The Governing Body also emphasises that violence or threatening behaviour or abuse by pupils or parents towards the school staff will not be tolerated. If a parent does not conduct themselves properly, the school may ban them from the school premises and, if they continue to cause disturbance, they may be liable to prosecution.

The governors expect the Headteacher to discipline pupils for misbehaviour outside school (including notifying police) witnessed by a member of staff or reported to school when:

• Taking part in activity organised by the school
• Travelling to or from school
• Wearing school uniform or in some other way identifiable as a pupil at the school.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

This statement and the behaviour policy will be reviewed on an annual basis unless changes at national or local level necessitate an exceptional review.