Behaviour
All schools should have a behaviour policy that describes:
- the school's expectations of pupils
- the punishments that may be applied when pupils misbehave
- how the school will ensure that the behaviour of any pupil doesn't affect the learning, safety and progress of other pupils
Celebrating good behaviour
Schools celebrate good behaviour as essential foundations for successful teaching and learning. Many schools encourage positive attitudes through reward systems. This may include class or individual prizes, special assemblies or outings.
Your child's behaviour and attendance is included in the record of achievement and in references requested by colleges or prospective employers.
Problems in your child's behaviour
The success of a school wide policy depends on the partnership between parents or carers and the school. If problems arise with your child's behaviour at school, they should be discussed with you in the first instance. It's important for your child to know that home and school are working together.
If you're concerned about your child's behaviour, speak to their teacher, headteacher, tutor or head of year. Where problems arise between parents and the school, both can contact us for advice.
Page last updated: 14 August 2017
