Exerpt from school policy

1. Code of Behaviour

Parents/Guardians of newly enrolled children are asked to indicate acceptance of the Code of Behaviour by signing an acceptance form.

Aims of the Code

1. To support the right of each child to education in a harmonious environment ;
2. To allow for the smooth, safe and harmonious running of the school;
3. To promote the security and happiness of all children and staff in the school;
4. To create an ordered and orderly environment in which pupils can feel secure and thus make progress in a holistic way whilst developing self-discipline;
5. To promote good behavior and self-discipline among the children;
6. To promote equality and fairness for all;
7. To ensure consistency in the application of rules and sanctions.

Note: In our school we expect everyone to show courtesy and respect for others at all times everyone should endeavour 

• To accept the rules in a spirit of good will and co-operation; 
• To uphold the good name of the school;
• understand that they have rights and responsibilities.
• respect  others’ points of view;
• maintain excellent levels of behaviour on all school-related activities, outings, competitions, sporting activities etc.
  

2. Child Protection

“Teachers are particularly well placed to observe and monitor children for signs of abuse. They are the main care givers to children outside the family context and have regular contact with children in the school setting.  Teachers have a general duty of care to ensure that arrangements are in place to protect children and young people from harm. …” Children First p. 50.

Child abuse can be categorised into four different types.

• neglect
• emotional abuse
• physical abuse
• sexual abuse