Behaviour for Learning Policy 1. Purpose The main aim of the policy is to promote excellent behaviour for learning throughout the school community so that every student • reaches their potential • becomes an independent, resilient and self-motivated learner • develops the confidence, social skills and emotional intelligence to do well in all areas of school life and beyond • is part of a highly cohesive school community with a positive ethos, contributing towards their spiritual, moral, social and cultural education
2. Principles a. Students can only reach their potential if their standard of behaviour is consistently high, and if their learning is not disrupted by the behaviour of others. Good behaviour underpins success; it does not represent it on its own. b. Students learn in classrooms which are emotionally healthy, where they proactively support each other, and where members of staff value the development of the ‘whole child’ and relationships between everyone in the classroom. c. All members of staff have a role in developing students’ emotional and social skills, as well as their moral values. d. This policy is primarily concerned with the behaviour of students. The way in which members of staff model behaviour towards each other as well as to students is also important. e. There is a strong correlation between the quality of provision (teaching and learning, curriculum), quality of relationships and standards of behaviour. f. Although successful implementation depends on a high degree of consistency, particularly in terms of the consequences, the policy leaves much open to professional judgement. g. The policy depends on good communication and all members of staff fulfilling their role(s).
THE BEHAVIOUR CODE The following school Behaviour Code has been drawn up in conjunction with members of the Ashton Community Science College school council: 1. All members of the School Community should respect each other, having regard for the feelings, beliefs and rights of everyone, both inside and outside School boundaries. 2. Everyone should be treated fairly and with courtesy and consideration. 3. Mutual respect means that no one should swear or verbally or physically intimidate anyone else. Everyone should think about the way in which they speak to others. 4. Everyone should have the opportunity to demonstrate that they are worthy of trust and can accept responsibility. 5. Students have the right to learn to the best of their ability and teachers have the right to teach, so lessons should be free from unnecessary interruptions and disruption. 6. All those participating in lessons should be punctual, properly equipped and well-prepared. 7. Everyone wishes to live in a pleasant environment; we are all responsible for that environment and must take care of it. Reviewed by Governors Personnel Committee
Updated December 2013