SCHOOL POLICY MANUAL-2024-2025

Behaviour for Learning Policy

Rationale: A well - defined Behaviour for Learning Policy is essential for creating a safe, respectful, and positive school environment where all students can thrive. Clear expectations for behaviour promote discipline, responsibility, and mutual respect among students and staff. The policy ensures that students understand the importance of good conduct, accountability, and the

consequences of inappropriate actions. The key reasons for this policy include:

1. Promoting a Positive Learning Environment: Good behaviour supports effective teaching and learning, ensuring that every student can focus without unnecessary disruptions. 2. Encouraging Respect and Responsibility: A structured behaviour framework fosters respect for peers, teachers, and school property while helping students take responsibility for their actions. 3. Ensuring Safety and Well - being: Clear behaviour guidelines help prevent bullying, violence, and misconduct, creating a secure and inclusive school atmosphere. 4. Developing Social and Emotional Skills: The policy helps students build self - discipline, resilience, and conflict resolution skills, preparing them for success beyond school. 5. Maintaining Consistency and Fairness: By outlining clear expectations and consequences, the policy ensures that all students are treated fairly and equitably. Purpose: The Behaviour for Learning Policy aims to: • Set clear expectations for student conduct, fostering a culture of mutual respect and responsibility. • Encourage positive behaviour and recognize efforts that contribute to a supportive school community. • Provide structured consequences for inappropriate behaviour to reinforce accountability and fairness. • Support students' personal development by teaching respect, empathy, and problem solving skills. • Create a safe, welcoming, and productive school environment where every student feels valued and empowered to succeed.

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