SCHOOL POLICY MANUAL-2024-2025

the students and staff. The Behaviour for Learning Policy is intended to protect the welfare of our students and allows our teachers to focus on learning. The consequence will be put in place based on the following factors: • Seriousness of the offence • Student’s age and maturity level • Frequency/ repe��veness of the misconduct • Poten�al effect of the misconduct regarding the teaching and learning environment • The effect of the misconduct on other students and staff. Posi�ve behaviour will be encouraged and rewarded based on a careful assessment of the child’s a�tude, behaviour, turn - out, atendance ,contribu�on to class ac�vi�es and respect to authority RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS: The school expects that students will always do their best to uphold the Behaviour for Learning Policy of the school. All parents will agree with our BfL Policy and will support and encourage their child to uphold it. The BfL Policy is based on the recogni �on of the student as an individual and yet aims to create an environment in which the safety and welfare of all is protected. It is the responsibility of the whole school community in implemen�ng this policy. • Student behaviour, manners and language whilst in school uniform should be appropriate and such as to bring credit to the school community. • All students should treat all members of the school community with courtesy and respect. • Bullying, intimidation, or any form of harassment (physical or verbal) will not be tolerated and result in severe consequences. • Students should respect all school property. Vandalising of which will lead to a severe consequence. • This Policy will also apply to misbehaviour in relation to (a) BYOD/ICT Policy (b) out-of-school activities (b) school buses ( see Transport Policy ) or (c) in town while wearing the school uniform. Behaviour and responsible movement on the campus To maintain a healthy, safe, working environment, student-conduct outside the classroom is just as important as inside. • Students should go directly to their classroom when expected. Students found loitering or who consistently arrive late for class are liable for consequences. General

LEVELS OF MISCONDUCT AND CONSEQUENCE GUIDE

LEVELS TYPE OF BEHAVIOUR

CONSEQUENCES Verbal warning

STAFF RESPONSIBLE

RESTORATIVE ACTION Help cleaning staff after break. Noted on ERP Form Tutor checks. Noted on ERP

One

Littering

Duty teacher

Wearing the uniform incorrectly Inappropriate language/swearing

Verbal warning

Form Tutor

Verbal warning

Teacher/s/HOY

Noted on ERP

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Al Diyafah High School-Reviewed policies- September 2024

AT&L23-2024