promoting good behaviour and holistic development

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PROMOTING GOOD

BEHAVIOUR AND HOLISTIC

DEVELOPMENT

San Anton School Behaviour Policies

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Structure of the School Behaviour Policies

Preliminary Considerations 1

Preamble to School Behaviour Policies 2-7

Objectives of the School Behaviour Policies 8-9

Parameters of the School Behaviour Policies 10

Applicability of the School Behaviour Policies 11-12

Stakeholder responsibilities in terms of the School Behaviour Policies

Educators 13

Subject/Class Teacher 14

Class Teachers 15 -16

Multidisciplinary Response Team 17

Grade Coordinators 18

The Junior Sector Discipline Coordinator 19

The Senior Sector Discipline Coordinator 20

The Head of Sector 21

The Head of School 22

Parents and Guardians 23 -24

Student Body 25

Serious Breaches of SBPs

Introduction 26-29

Suspension Policy

Immediate Suspension 30

Internal Suspension 31

Suspension 32-33

Modified Student Programme (Senior Sector) 34-36

Handling of Incidents Procedure 37-40

Interview Procedure 41-43

Informing parents/guardians of consequences 44-45

Confidentiality 46-47

Search 48

School Uniform Policy

Date of issue of Policy: September, 2017

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Authors

Dr. Joe Gauci Head of School

Mr. Neville Thomas Board Member

Mr. Brian Abela Head of Junior Sector

Mr. Daniel Schembri Head of Senior Sector

Ms. Justine Balani Head of Inclusive practices (SS)

Ms. Nicolette Camilleri School Counsellor

Ms. Rachelle Caruana Discipline Coordinator (Senior Sector)

Dr. Matt Mckay Discipline Coordinator (Junior Sector)

Ms. Becka D’Agostino Grade Coordinator (Senior Sector)

Mr. John Zammit Grade Coordinator (Senior Sector)

Discipline Coordinators’ contact details

Mr. Matt McKay

Discipline Coordinator (Junior Sector) [email protected]

Ms. Rachelle Caruana Discipline Coordinator (Senior Sector) [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Preliminary Considerations

1. The Code of Behaviour of the School brings together a number of different policies that

identify and support behaviour that is in keeping with the Ethos of the School. These rules

are based on a number of different basic considerations:

i. San Anton School seeks to foster among students, staff members and parents alike

a genuine commitment to the welfare of all. It strives to nurture an enthusiasm for

life in all its aspects, promoting compassion, kindness, fairness and respect for

others;

ii. The school recognises the importance of self-esteem for the developing child, and

believes that genuine commitment towards appropriate and fitting behaviour

makes a vital contribution to the development of the individual’s self-confidence;

iii. The school employs a fair and consistent, case-sensitive system of rewards and

sanctions which address the needs of every individual student, as well as those of

the whole school community;

iv. The school is commitment to create multiple opportunities to recognise and

reward achievement in all aspects of school life.

Preamble to School Behaviour Policies

2. San Anton School is fully committed to the holistic development of all its students.

3. It aims to contribute directly to the growth of its students into individuals who interact

positively and pro-actively with all the other stakeholders of the school; be they fellow

students, staff members, parents and all those who they relate with outside the confines

of the School community.

4. Orderly and positive behaviour is considered to be an essential facet of the Antonian

education. It is a prerequisite for the school’s holistic approach to effective teaching

and learning, and upholds and facilitates the correctness, courtesy and respect which

should characterise relationships amongst all students, staff and parents;

5. The school is committed to excellence. While excessive competition is strongly

discouraged, the school seeks to motivate students to become the best they could

possibly be, according to their abilities and talents. This is sought through varied

opportunities, exposure to contextual educational experiences and healthy

competition. In terms of behaviour, this entails genuine respect towards others,

recognition of the fact that all are able in some way or another, and a firm commitment

to the improvement of all stakeholders within the school community.

6. The school forcefully and unwaveringly condemns any form of bullying or negative

behaviour that detracts from the well-being of any member of the school community,

be it a student, staff member, parent or third-party service provider. In this area the

school operates alongside the parents, guardians and custodians.

7. The school ethos, based on sound Christian values, provides a well-defined framework

for a warm, welcoming and supportive environment.

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Objectives of the School Behaviour Policies

8. This policy identifies the school’s expectations in terms of behaviour and establishes

sanctions that are linked to breaches of the school’s policies.

9. All stakeholders, be they teaching or non-teaching staff, pupils and parents are

expected to have a sound understanding of what the school deems to be acceptable

behaviour. Similarly, all these stakeholders are expected to know what the school

behaviour Policies (SBPs) establish and what to do in the event of suspected or actual

infringement of said policies.

Parameters of the School Behaviour Policies

10. The applicability clauses shall determine the parameters within which the policies

relating to school behaviour, shall apply and shall:

i. establish the values, behaviour and conduct that San Anton School considers

to be in keeping with its ethos;

ii. establish the boundaries of applicability of these policies;

iii. establish the School’s approach to inappropriate behaviour;

iv. establish appropriate consequences when stakeholders fail to live up to the

values and ideals promoted in the school’s ethos.

Applicability of the School Behaviour Policies

11. The policies outlined in this document apply to all matters that interfere with, or adversely

affect, the school community, mission, reputation, or functions.

These policies establish the involvement of the school and its staff in respect to actions

or omissions committed willingly or unwillingly, which detract from the entitlement to the

well-being and self-respect of other members of the school community or of the public

in general.

12. The involvement of the school and its staff in terms of these SBPs is limited to cases where

an act or omission which is detrimental to the student’s wellbeing self-respect and/or

right to learn is committed:

i. on school premises;

ii. on school transport (which is construed as an extension of the School premises);

iii. while the student or stakeholder is on any school activity held outside the physical

confines of the school premises (locally or abroad), regardless of whether the

student is in school uniform or not;

iv. outside school premises and hours by a student wearing items/ identify him/her

as a San Anton student.

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Stakeholder responsibilities in terms of School Behaviour Policies (SBP)

Educators

13. All members of staff have a direct responsibility to ensure the safety of all students at

school.

Educators are role models and are therefore expected to fully support the

implementation of these SBPs in all areas, contexts and functions of the school at all

times. This means that all members of staff are expected to:

i. challenge unacceptable behaviour which undermines any of the school’s

rules;

ii. record any behavioural concerns effectively and in a timely manner using

MySchool or as otherwise instructed by the school leadership;

iii. refer issues requiring disciplinary action to the Discipline Coordinator (DC) and

the appropriate Grade Coordinator.

iv. Assists in maintaining the safe and orderly movement of pupils around the

school;

v. Foster a positive environment that is conducive to effective teaching and

learning.

vi. ensure that all students understand and are reminded of the key parts of the

SBP.

Subject/ Class Teachers

14. Effective teaching and learning is key to ensuring good behaviour. Teachers are directly

responsible for fostering a positive learning environment wherever they may be

deployed.

In order to create a positive classroom environment, subject/class teachers are

expected to:

i. Ensure that students enter/ exit the classroom in an orderly manner;

ii. ensure that the class has settled down within a reasonably short timeframe;

iii. ensure maximisation of lesson time by setting a task as early as possible;

iv. ensure that the classroom is left neat and tidy;

Class Teachers

15. Class teachers will support the person/s leading the assembly. They will:

i. be present for assembly on time

ii. line up students in an orderly manner;

iii. maintain good behaviour during assembly;

iv. ensure that students are smart and in the proper school uniform; v. Set a positive example during the assembly by listening to and supporting the person

leading the assembly.

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16. During Home Room time, Senior Sector Class teachers will:

i. be in their respective home rooms before their students’ arrival;

ii. supervise a controlled entrance by standing at the classroom door to ensure that

students enter/ exit the classroom in an orderly manner;

iii. ensure that all students in their charge are looking smart and wearing the proper school

uniform;

iv. discuss and reinforce the SBP on a weekly basis;

v. discuss issues pertinent to the class and the grade;

vi. discuss students` concerns and allow them to voice their opinions and offer

suggestions

vii. get to know their students personally and are keep abreast of any issues they may be

experiencing at school or at home.

Multidisciplinary Response Team (MRT)

17. The MRT is composed of an Educational Psychologist, the Inclusive Practices Coordinator

for the sector and the sectorial counsellor. This team will work across sectors whenever

necessary.

In cases where inappropriate behaviour stems from personal issues, the school will mete

out a fair and proportionate consequence. Alongside this the student will be referred to

the appropriate member of the Multidisciplinary Response Team (MRT).

Upon being referred to the MRT, students are assessed and a personalised intervention

plan is devised. A key person from the MRT is assigned to take the lead role in supporting

and following-up the student’s progress. A parents’ meeting will follow in order to

communicate findings and interventions identified by the school.

Grade Coordinators (GCos in Senior Sector)

18. Every GCo is responsible for implementing and upholding the standards of behaviour

according to the school’s SBPs.

GCos will:

i. Maintain an orderly positive environment that is conducive to better students’

achievement and attainment;

ii. work alongside class teachers to implement the SBP;

iii. help students and parents/guardians understand and internalise the SBPs;

iv. monitor students during assembly;

v. approach students regarding any reports made by teachers concerning

inappropriate/ unacceptable behaviour and take any action necessary;

vi. inform parents/guardians of inappropriate behaviour accordingly and set meetings

whenever they are deemed necessary;

vii. keep a record of student behaviour, both positive and negative;

viii. be in charge of record-taking during meetings with students who have committed

significant/serious infringements of the SBP. They may also prepare reports of the

outcomes of these meeting and upload or file soft/hard copies as necessary.

ix. monitor school corridors during lesson time.

x. support teachers who may be experiencing problems with specific students. xi. Refer any students of concern or at risk to the MRT

xii. communicate to educators any outcomes from such discussions and any decisions taken

during or after parent/guardian meetings.

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Junior Sector Discipline Coordinator (DC)

19. The DC is responsible for grades four to seven in Junior School. He/she will be responsible for

ensuring the implementation of the SBPs and upholding standards of behaviour according to the same. In his/her role the DC is answerable to the Head of Sector and ultimately to the Head of School.

The DC will: i. establish a positive work ethic that is reflected in a cooperative approach with fellow

educators, students and parents in order to effectively achieve the aims of the BMPs. ii. offer guidance, advice, direction and support in the implementation of the SBP to team

members and to all educators as necessary; iii. implement discipline and take charge of all issues of a disciplinary nature within the Sector; iv. be a role model of the values embodied in the SBP at all times and encourage positive

behaviour. v. meet parents/guardians alongside the Head of Sector where the gravity of the situation

requires his/her presence. vi. form part of the MRT. vii. Communicate any decision or outcomes of MRT meetings to all stakeholders concerned.

The Senior Sector Discipline Coordinator (DC)

20. The DC is a Grade Coordinator of one or more grades in the Senior Sector. He/she will

be responsible for leading and coordinating the Grade Coordinators’ Team, generally

overseeing the implementation of the SBP and upholding standards of behaviour

according to the same. In his/her role, the DC is answerable to the Head of Sector and

ultimately to the Head of School.

The DC will:

i. establish a positive work ethic that is reflected in a cooperative approach with fellow

GCOs, educators, students and parents in order to effectively achieve the aims of the

BMPs.

ii. lead the GCO team, offer guidance, advice, direction and support in the

implementation of the SBP to team members and to all educators as necessary;

iii. implement discipline and take charge of all issues of a disciplinary nature within the

Sector;

iv. be a role model of the values embodied in the SBP at all times and encourage positive

behaviour.

v. meet parents/guardians alongside GCOs where the gravity of the situation requires

his/her presence.

vi. advise the Head of Sector and the Head of School on breaches of SBPs that require a

student’s suspension or expulsion from school

vii. prepare and collate all required evidence, documentation and paperwork related to

any offences that may lead to a student’s suspension or expulsion.

viii. carry out all the duties of a GCO when acting in that capacity

ix. chair the MRT and ensure the smooth running of meeting and recording of proceedings

and decisions taken.

x. Communicate any decision or outcomes of MRT meetings to all stakeholders

concerned.

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The Head of Sector

21. The Head of Sector

i. The Head of Sector will:-

o ensure that all members of staff are carrying out their duties in relation to the SBPs

and that proper processes and procedures are in place and are being followed.

o develop and implement early intervention support for students who are identified

by the school as being at risk of developing long-term difficulties with social

relationships.

o develop and implement early intervention support for students who are identified

before or after enrolment as having previously experienced bullying.

ii. The Head of Sector will be responsible for:-

o developing clear procedures for reporting incidents of inappropriate behaviour.

o responding quickly and effectively to incidents of bullying that have been

reported to the school. He/she will also provide regular updates, within the bounds

of privacy legislation, to parents or caregivers about the management of the

incidents.

o defining the concept of bullying in all its forms including cyberbullying.

iii. The Head of Sector will call upon the DC’s advice in cases where a breach of the SBPs

requires a student to be suspended from School.

iv. The Head of Sector will ensure that proper processes and procedures have been

followed by educators, GCOs and the DC in disputes that may arise with other

stakeholders over decisions taken in the course of the carrying out of their duties, while

ensuring that.

v. The Head of Sector will establish a shared understanding of bullying behaviour that

captures all forms of bullying including cyberbullying.

The Head of School

22. The Head of School

i. supports all educators, GCOs, DC and the Heads of Sector and facilitates the proper

carrying out of their duties.

ii. assesses breaches of the SBP reported to him by the Head of Sector that require a

student to be suspended from School. He will discuss the same with the DC and the

Head of Sector and authorise appropriate action where grounds for student suspension

subsist.

iii. meets with parents, with the DC and the Head of Sector where a student’s breaches of

standards established in the SBPs are such that he/she runs the risk of being expelled from

school. The Head of School will commence proceedings before the School Board for

the expulsion of a child from school if the behaviour of any student warrants such action.

iv. will approve the anti-bullying policies of the school.

v. is responsible alongside with the Head of Sector for promoting positive attitudes and

behaviours through the embedding of anti-bullying messages into each curriculum area

and in every year.

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Non-teaching Staff

Non-teaching Staff will support educators in their duty of ensuring;

I. the safety of all students;

II. an orderly environment is maintained throughout the school;

III. the successful integration of all students in the school community;

each according to his/her different role/duties.

Parents and Guardians

23. Parents and guardians have a responsibility to:

i. support their children to become responsible citizens who are respectful of others. This

includes monitoring and mentoring their children, so that they develop responsible

behaviour patterns when communicating in person or virtually with their peers and

adults;

ii. be aware of all the policies collectively referred to as the School Behaviour Policies and

to support the school by ensuring that their children understand and adopt said

policies in their lives;

24. Parents and guardians also have a responsibility to use appropriate behaviour,

attitudes and language in all dealings with other stakeholders of the school be they

students, teachers, staff members or parents. Abusive language, attitudes or

behaviour are categorically condemned. In such cases, the School may report the

incident to the relevant authorities.

25. Parents and guardians are to sensitise their children to the effects of bullying by

i. understanding what makes for bullying behaviour and its consequences.

ii. supporting their children in developing positive responses to incidents of bullying

consistent with the school’s Anti-bullying policy.

iii. reporting incidents of school-related bullying behaviour to the school.

iv. working collaboratively with the school to resolve incidents of bullying when they

occur and give their support to any sanctions or consequences that their children

may have to face as a result of their actions.

Student Body

26. Every student:

i. is expected to show utmost commitment towards his/her programme of studies and

to perform to the best of his/her ability in every aspect of the curriculum.

i. expected to take part in all school activities including Sports Day, celebrations of

Mass and the San Martin walks amongst others.

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ii. must show respect for self and others at all times.

iii. is expected to read and follow the guidelines established in the Student Handbook.

Serious Breaches of SBPs

27. This policy explains the circumstances under which a student may be suspended or

permanently expelled from school.

Expulsion

28. The main categories of serious misconduct which may result in a student expulsion are

as follows:

i. persistent attitudes or behaviour which are inconsistent with the School’s ethos or the

values the school stands for;

ii. supply, possession or use of banned drugs (or substances intended to resemble them),

alcohol or tobacco;

iii. theft, blackmail, physical violence, intimidation, racist attitudes and/or bullying;

iv. misconduct of a sexual nature; supply, circulation or sharing of pornography;

v. vandalism;

vi. wilful serious misconduct which affects the welfare of a member or members of

the School community;

29. A student may be asked to leave if, after a number of interventions, there is no

improvement in his/her recorded behaviour and the Head of School is satisfied that it is

not in the best interests of the student, or the School, that he/she remains there.

30. In cases of expulsion, all outstanding fees up to, and including, the term of expulsion must

be settled with the school’s Accounts Department.

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Suspension Policy

Immediate Suspension

31. In the case of serious misbehaviour, a student could be told to leave school for the

remainder of the school day. In such cases, the school will contact the

parents/guardians to inform them about the infringement and to pick up their son/

daughter from school. The student will remain out of class till such time as he/she is

collected by the parents/guardians.

Internal Suspension

32. In exceptional cases an internal suspension may be meted out. In the case of a school-

based/internal suspension, a student will be expected to attend school in full uniform

and wait at reception for his/her respective Grade Co-ordinator to direct him/her to an

assigned chair and desk. The student will be excluded from all lessons; however, work will

be given to complete throughout the day. The student will not be allowed to contact

the rest of the students and will have separate breaks throughout the day.

Suspension

33. In cases of serious misconduct or when previous interventions have not resulted in

positive changes in behaviour, the school reserves the right to suspend the student for a

period of time determined by the Head of Sector and the Head of School. This suspension

should serve as a time for reflection and must lead to the student taking concrete

decisions to change his/her behaviour. It is also intended to safeguard other students’

right to learn and to enjoy their school life.

34. Suspensions will be authorised by the Head of School and the Head of Sector and

applied by the DC who will inform the student’s parent / guardian about the school’s

decision.

Modified Student Programme (Senior Sector)

35. Certain students may be unable to handle a full school programme and as a result

exhibit behavioural difficulties. Such behavioural difficulties may adversely affect the

right of other students to their education. In such cases, the Head of Sector, after having

consulted the MDT and the Head of School, will formally recommend to the student’s

parents a reduction in number of lessons and subject.

36. The student in question may be encouraged to compensate for the missed time at

school by taking part in tailor-made programmes which the parents approve of.

37. Students referred to under clauses 31 and 32 may be barred from participating in a

number of extra- curricular activities.

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Handling of Incidents Procedure

38. Any incidents which are reported to the DC will be thoroughly looked into and

categorised as a minor or a serious incident.

39. In Senior Sector, minor incidents of misconduct will be referred to the appropriate GCO

by the DC. In Junior Sector, these will be dealt with by the respective teacher, however

if the behaviour persists it will then be referred to the DC. Any interventions will be

recorded on Myschool by the GCO (in SS) and the DC (in JS). A list of infringements and

consequences can be found on the Student Sanction Table further down below.

40. Serious incidents of misconduct will be looked into by the DC or coordinated by the

same. In such cases consequences meted out may be reflective of subsequent or

successive infringements by the students.

41. In cases of bullying or repetitive behaviour which adversely affects students’ wellbe ing

the school may mete out consequences on the basis of a reasonable suspicion.

Interview Procedure

42. A student reported for misbehaviour may be interviewed informally by a member of staff

to establish whether there are grounds for further investigation.

43. Students reported for misbehaviour may be interviewed by one or two adults as the case

may be.

44. Students waiting to be interviewed will not be allowed to communicate with other

students. The school will ensure that the student is supervised or visited by a member of

staff, allowed to use the bathroom and have a supervised break. The member of staff

interviewing the student will take notes as aide-mémoire of the meeting.

Informing parents/guardians of consequences.

45. In cases of minor breaches, parents will be informed of an action taken by the school

via email/MySchool notification.

46. Where a complaint or report under investigation concerns a matter that may seriously

affect the child’s reputation, well-being or safety, parents will be contacted as soon as

possible in order to set up a meeting at a time and date that is convenient for all parties

concerned.

Confidentiality

47. The interventions agreed upon by all concerned stakeholders will be recorded by the

DC who will respect students’ confidentiality at all times and only share relevant

information with the student’s educators as and if necessary.

48. The school will communicate interventions only to the Parents/Guardians of the student

concerned and will not divulge such information to third-parties.

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Search

49. The school reserves the right to search a student’s space and belongings. Any student

may be asked to turn out the contents of his pockets or bag. Clothing such as winter

jackets, PE jackets and blazers will be checked when removed from the student. All

measures will be taken to protect the students’ privacy. The school also reserves the right

to search students’ lockers, where applicable.

Searches will be carried out in the presence of a male and a female member of staff.

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Senior Sector – Student Sanction Table

BEHAVIOUR SANCTION KEY PERSON INTERVENTION OTHER FOLLOW - UP

UNIFORM

Attending school with incorrect uniform / P.E. kit (without proper justification)

Student will call home and ask parent/guardian to bring the proper uniform. Student will not be allowed into class until he/she is in the proper uniform. Outing: In case of outings students will stay at school and be given work to do in the library.

All Educators Inform GCO

Possible referral to the counselling department.

Uniform; coming/leaving school not properly dressed.

First time: Verbal warning. Second time: Break in.

All Educators

Inform GCO

Repeated behaviour: After school / Report sent to parents by G.C.O

HOMEWORK / SCHOOL RESOURCES

1st missing home work Report on Myschool

Report sent to parents by GCO

2nd missing home work Report on Myschool

3rd missing home work Report on Myschool Report sent to parents by GCO

After-school detention

4th missing home work Report on Myschool Report sent to parents by GCO

5th missing home work Report on Myschool Report sent to parents by GCO

Refer students to the Head of School

Saturday detention

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Lack of stationery/ resources (Inc. Lab / Art / Graphical Communication Equipment)

First time: warning Second time: Break in and report on Myschool.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Referral to counselling department for follow up in case there are issues with student at home.

DEVICES

Bringing mobile to school

Mobiles (including the SIM card) will be confiscated for a week. The SIM card will be returned along with the phone.

G.C.O

Inform G.C.O Monitor

APPEARANCE

Dyed Hair Inappropriate hair style

Students will be asked to stay at home until the hair style is restored to its original colour.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Monitor

Report sent to parents by G.C.o Students to get a haircut within 3 working days.

Attending school with inappropriate jewellery

Jewellery will be immediately confiscated and not returned.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Monitor

Attending school with nail polish/make up

First time: sent to the nurse to remove it. Second time: Break in.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Monitor

Chewing gum on the school premises

First time: be disposed immediately. Second time: Break in.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Monitor

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VANDALISM/MISUSE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY

Vandalism Report sent to parents by G.C.O

All Educators

Inform G.C.O


Student must be responsible to pay for the damages or replacements.

Withdrawing of student privilages with the possibility of the student being suspended.

Theft Report sent to parents by G.C.O

All Educators

Inform G.C.O


Afterschool - Suspension

TIME AT SCHOOL

Frequent late arrival to school

Report to G.C.O. All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Monitor

Report sent to parents by G.C.O

Being in a section of school that is out of bounds.

First time: warning Second time: After-school detention for every occasion that the students is reported for having been in out-of-bounds areas.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Tardiness for lessons.


All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Break in per misdemeanour After-school detention

Disrupting learning. First time: Report sent to parents by G.C.O

All Educators

Refer to I.N.C.O

Repetitive disruption-After-school detention for every report.

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Persistent class disruption can lead to suspension and ultimately expulsion.

Being disrespectful to any member of staff.

First time: After-school detention Report sent to parents by G.C.O

All Educators

Inform G.C.O

Serious Misconduct: Suspension


Bullying/Teasing.

All Educators

Inform G.C.O Student will be brought to DC office

Case referred to Counselling Dept

Serious Misconduct: Suspension


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Junior Sector – Student Sanction Table

BEHAVIOUR SANCTION KEY PERSON INTERVENTION FOLLOW-UP

Uniform

Coming/Leaving school not properly dressed

First time: Warning Second time: Time-Out Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a meeting with DC. and Head of Sector.

All Educators First time: Monitoring by D.C. and referral to Class teacher Second time: Phone call to parents by D.C.

Referral to counselling department for follow up in case there are issues at home.

Attending school with incorrect uniform without proper justification

First time: Student phones home and ask Parent/Guardian to bring correct uniform to school. Student will not be allowed into class until he/she is in the proper uniform. Outings; in case of outings students will stay at school and be given work to do in the library. Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a

All Educators

Inform D.C Possible referral to counselling department for follow up.

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meeting with D.C. and Head of Sector.

Lack of Stationary items

First time: Warning Second time: Time Out and phone call home Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a meeting with DC and Head of Sector.

All Educators All Educators

Monitor Monitor

Possible referral to counselling department for follow up.

Missing/ Inadequate Homework

First time: warning with chance to rectify Second time: Time-Out assigned Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a meeting with D.C. and Head of Sector.

All Educators All Educators

Monitoring with a phone call/or note to parents by the respective teacher Brought to D.C’s office. Event recorded on student’s record.

Teacher to check seating plan. Student may need to be moved accordingly. Check if differentiation of work is required. Option to fill in Record of Concern form

Being disrespectful to a member of staff

First time: Warning

All Educators

First time: Monitoring. Class teacher to be informed if matter happened to another member of staff Second time: In addition to the

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Second time: Time-Out Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a meeting with D.C. and Head of Sector.

All Educators Time-Out, student brought to D.C’s office

Possible referral to counselling department for follow up.

Running in the Hallway

First time: Warning Second time: Time-Out assigned Student will be sent to the D.C.’s office for any repeated behaviour

All Educators All Educators All Educators

First time: Monitoring. Class teacher to be informed if matter happened to another member of staff Second time: Record kept on MySchool Parents contacted

Being in a section of school without permission

First time: Warning Second time: Time-Out assigned

All Educators

First time: Monitoring. Class teacher to be informed if matter happened to another member of staff Second time: In addition to the Time-Out, student

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Any further repeated behaviour: Parents are called in for a meeting with D.C. and Head of Sector.

brought to D.C’s office

Fighting in the playground Teasing/ Rude Behaviour/language

After School Detention

All Educators Brought to the D.C’s Office. Parents informed Detention slip issued to be signed by parents

Case referred to counselling department for follow-up once consequences have been issued and served.

Bullying – Verbal or physical

Afterschool detention

All Educators Brought to the D.C’s Office. Parents informed Detention slip issued to be signed by parents

Case referred to counselling department for follow-up once consequences have been issued and served. Meeting with parents of both parties organised Behavioural contract/care plan is formulated

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SAN ANTON SCHOOL

UNIFORM POLICY

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School Uniform Policy

The official school uniform is obligatory for all students who are expected to wear it correctly

and be smart in appearance at all times.

Students and parents are responsible for keeping the uniform clean and well-kept. Parents

are asked to support the school by ensuring that their children wear their uniform properly

at all times.

The San Anton School Winter Uniform for girls is as follows:

White Long Sleeved Blouse

Navy blue school scarf

Navy Blue Skorts

Smart Black Shoes (not sports/canvas shoes)

Black Belt

Green V Neck Sweater

Blazer

Navy Blue Parka Jacket and / or Gilet (optional)

White Polo Neck (optional)

Navy Blue trousers are optional and may be worn instead of skorts

Navy Blue Hair Accessories

The San Anton School Winter Uniform for boys is as follows:

White Long Sleeved Shirt

Tie

Navy Blue Trousers

Navy Blue Socks

Smart Black Shoes (not sports shoes/canvas shoes)

Plain Black belt

V Neck Sweater

White Polo Neck (optional)

Navy Blue Parka Jacket and / or Gilet (optional)

Blazer

Winter Sports Outfit

Track Suit

White V Neck Polo Shirt

White Socks

White Running Shoes

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Uniform use and general appearance.

School blazers must be worn every day to school during winter. On rainy or cold days the

school parkas may be worn instead. However, if an outing has been planned, the blazer

has to be brought as well.

Jewellery is limited to watches. Girls may also wear one matching pair of small stud

earrings. Any other form of jewellery will be immediately confiscated and not returned.

Hair accessories for girls should be navy blue. Students are not allowed to attend school

inappropriate hair styles or dyed hair.

Baseball Caps or beanies should not be worn in the school. Navy blue woollen scarves and

gloves are allowed in winter and can be worn in class.

On P.E. lessons days

All students must come to school wearing their full P.E. on the day of their P.E. lesson.

During the mid-yearly exams students can come to school in their P.E. kit.

On Dance & Drama lesson days

Grade 8 and 9 students are also expected to come to school wearing their P.E. on the days

that they have Dance and Drama.

The Summer Uniform consists of the following items:

School uniform white short sleeved shirt worn open necked;

School uniform blue trousers for boys or skorts for girls;

Dark blue socks;

Smart Black School Shoes;

The Summer Uniform Track Suit consists of the following items:

School uniform white polo shirt;

School Uniform PE shorts;

White socks;

Mostly white trainers

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Trainers worn for P.E. lessons must be mostly white in colour. Parents whose children

attend school in trainers of any other colour will be contacted to buy a new replacement

pair of trainers that complies with the school uniform policy.

All uniform items should be properly labelled with the child’s name and surname.

Hair accessories for girls should be navy blue. No nail polish is allowed for girls; Girls are

allowed to wear 1 pair of stud earrings.

On School outings while students are still wearing the summer uniform, students are to

wear their tie/girls’ necktie. Parents will be informed by email of upcoming school outings.

Any indications other than the ones above will be given if and where necessary;

Students attending school on outing days in the wrong uniform or not in full uniform will

not be allowed to attend the outing and will be kept in the Library at school.

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PROMOTING GOOD BEHAVIOUR

STUDENT HANDBOOK

1. On School Transport you are expected to

i. show respect to every other person on the van or coach, as well as to people on the street.

ii. remain seated at all times during the journey. iii. avoid unnecessary noise which could distract the driver.

The driver is the person who is ultimately responsible and has the right to refuse students on board if they continually misbehave.

Students using official school transport may be barred from using the service if their behaviour is a risk to the safety of others or is unacceptable because it is disrespectful to the driver, the other students on the van and the general public.

2. On Arrival to School

i. School starts at 08:25, therefore you must be on the school premises by 08:20. ii. Enter school and leave your school bag in the assembly points in the volleyball

court.

3. Assemblies

i. The first morning bell is rung at 08:20. Proceed to your stipulated assembly points, collect your bags and line up quietly. Assembly finishes at 08:35 when a bell rings to announce the four-minute locker period.

ii. During the locker period, get the books that you’ll need for the first two lessons only.

iii. If you arrive late for assembly, report to the School Receptionist. Frequent late comers will be reported to the respective Grade Co-Ordinator.

N.B. Students who are driven to school by parents, will not be allowed into the class until the first lesson is over if they are late for three consecutive days. This rule does not apply to students who use the school transport since this is an issue which the school takes up with the transport provider.

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4. Start of Lessons

i. Locker times are after the 2nd, 4th and 6th lessons. During the short 10 minute breaks, you can use the bathroom, take a snack and use your locker to get the books for the next two lessons only. During the short breaks the pitch is out of bounds.

ii. The pitch may be used during the big break which ends at 13:40. You then have 5 minutes to go to your locker and proceed immediately to the 7th lesson.

5. During Lessons

i. When the teacher or any other adult enters the classroom, greet the visitor appropriately and politely.

ii. Aim to achieve the best standard of work. iii. Be well-behaved and attentive, so that each lesson is a productive experience. iv. Take all the necessary books and equipment needed for the lesson. v. Sit appropriately and smartly to ensure a healthy posture and a sense of

respect towards others. vi. Whenever, and for any reason, you need to interrupt the lesson, raise your

hand and ask for permission. This avoids confusion. vii. Every student has the right to follow each lesson without disruptions; therefore

avoid unnecessary noise and other disruptive behaviour. viii. Students who are reported for disruption of lessons or lack of necessary books

and equipment will have to accept the appropriate consequences. ix. You must not eat during lessons but you are allowed to drink.

6. End of Lessons

i. The bell is a sign for the teacher to end the lesson. Do not begin to pack away your things before the teacher ends the lesson.

ii. If the next lesson is in the same class, you may leave your belongings in the room but you must line up outside until the teacher arrives.

iii. If the next lesson is in another class, proceed quietly to the proper classroom. iv. You must not run in the corridors or on the stairs. Remember to walk on the

left hand side on the corridors or stairs.

7. Break Time

i. You are not allowed to stay in class or in any of the corridors during break time, unless for a specific reason with the permission of a teacher. Teachers will lock the classrooms at the end of each lesson.

ii. All corridors and classrooms are out of bounds unless you have a class activity. iii. Football is only allowed in the football pitches. Playing football in the volleyball

court is strictly prohibited. iv. Pitch space may be allocated by the P.E. teacher or break supervisors. Follow

instructions given. v. You may only use the tuck shop until the bell rings for the end of break.

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8. The Tuck Shop

i. As a sign of respect towards ourselves and the canteen staff, dispose of food and drink remains appropriately.

ii. Follow instructions on ways to recycle and reduce waste.

iii. As a sign of courtesy and safety, make sure you keep a queue. iv. You may not buy from the tuck shop during lesson time or after the bell rings

for assembly or lessons.

9. The Sports Complex

i. In order to make full use of the Sports Complex and for all to benefit from and enjoy this resource to its full extent, all members of the School Community are responsible to see that it is kept clean at all times and is not damaged in any way.

ii. ‘Sports Complex’ refers to all the areas beyond: the gate at the bottom of the ramp; the door leading to the basement; the gate leading from the Volleyball Court to the bleachers and the

pitches below; the gate leading from the Junior Sector playground.

iii. You may only access the Sports Complex through the small gate at the bottom

of the ramp.

iv. Ball games are not allowed on the track. The track may only be used for slow walking or power walking, jogging or short / long-distance running.

v. Food, chewing gum and any drinks other than water are not allowed in any

area of the Sports Complex.

vi. Food and drink are only allowed in the Tuck Shop, the Ramp or the Volleyball Court.

vii. You are to change into your track or sports shoes if you intend to enter the Sports Complex before school starts or during big break.

viii. You are to change back into your school shoes before assembly and before entering class.

ix. The Sports Complex is out of bounds during the small breaks.

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10. Shoes Allowed inside the Sports Complex

i. In all areas of the Sports Complex, only track or sports shoes are allowed. ii. Multi-studded football shoes are only allowed on the turfed pitch.

iii. Only the following types of football shoes will be allowed on the turfed pitch:

iv. On the day of your P.E. lesson, you are to come to school wearing your full P.E. kit. Therefore, the changing rooms/showers are only to be used with the Grade Co-Ordinator’s or the P.E. teacher’s consent.

v. Failure to adhere to the rules above means that you are failing to respect the right of others to benefit fully from the Sports Complex. Therefore if you breach the rules above you will be reported to respective Grade Co-Ordinator for the appropriate consequence.

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11. Use of Lockers

a. Your locker is your responsibility. Make sure you keep it clean at all times and in a good state of repair.

b. See that you always lock your locker. c. Your locker key is also your responsibility, therefore see that you keep it in a

safe place at all times.

12. Use of Stairs and Corridors

i. When using the stairs you are to keep to the left in order to avoid accidents. ii. You must never run or jump up and down the stairs.

iii. Use the left hand side of the corridors. iv. You are to walk quietly up and down the corridors. v. Do not run in the corridors at any time.

13. Areas Out of Bounds

The following areas are out of bounds unless you are accompanied by a teacher:

i. The Sports Complex; ii. The Nature Area; iii. The Gym; iv. The Hall; v. The annexe and upstairs corridors; vi. The P.E. department corridor; vii. The North Wing.

14. End of School Day – Dismissal Procedures

i. The last lesson ends with the bell at 14:57. The teacher will then allow you to pack your things.

ii. Go to your locker, prepare for departure and proceed to your pick-up point quietly and in an orderly manner.

15. During Examinations

i. Examinations should be taken seriously. Disruption of any kind during exams is strictly prohibited.

ii. You are only allowed to keep writing material on your desk. iii. Any books or notes used for revision cannot be kept under your desk. iv. All bags and any other personal belongings are to be left in your locker. v. If you talk or disrupt others during an examination, you will first receive a

verbal warning. If you continue this misbehaviour, you will then be reported to a Grade Co-Ordinator and removed from the classroom to continue the exam elsewhere. Marks might be deducted from your exam.

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16. In the Library

i. The library is a place for quiet reading, study or work. ii. If you are assigned a library session, the Librarian or Library Tutor will be in charge of

you. iii. Food and drinks are not allowed. iv. Schoolbags are not allowed on the library and should not be left outside the Library

door. You are to keep your bags in your locker. v. If you have a library session, make sure you take all the necessary books and writing

materials with you.

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