Code of Conduct
AIMS
OBJECTIVES
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY
AT ALL TIMES, IN ALL PLACES..
WHILE ON APPARATUS IN THE HALL
AT LUNCHTIME
IN THE PLAYGROUND
WET PLAYTIMES
PROCEDURES TO SUPPORT THE MAINTENANCE OF GOOD BEHAVIOUR
AIMS
To create an atmosphere of co-operation, consideration, industry, and achievement in a healthy and safe environment. Back to topOBJECTIVES
To encourage self-discipline.To inculcate an awareness that each child is part of a group and must adapt accordingly. Back to top
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Each child should:Arrive promptly, that is by 9.00 a.m.
· Wait with the responsible adult until 8.50 a.m.
· While waiting, should have regard for the growing things and for school property
· Wait by the welfare assistant or headteacher or return to the class teacher if the adult responsible for picking him/her up has not arrived.
· Never cross the oar park without an adult
· Never go home with a stranger. Back to top
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY
These are regarded as crucial for the convenience of the class and as preparation for the child in adult life. The fact that a child lives out of the area and further away is not regarded as a good reason for a child being late - this practical aspect has to be considered when expressing preference for a school.Attendance
When a child is persistently absent:-
· The class teacher will alert the headteacher.
· The headteacher will contact the parents to determine if there is a good reason. If support is needed, the school will try to provide it.
· The headteacher will contact the Education Welfare Officer to assist and intervene
· The governors will be alerted.
Punctuality
If a child is persistently late:-
· The headteacher will be alerted.
· The headteacher will contact parents to determine if there is a good reason and advise them of the desirability of punctuality.
· The Education Welfare Officer and governors will be alerted. Back to top
AT ALL TIMES, IN ALL PLACES..
Each child should:-· Listen immediately and attentively to the adult/s responsible for him/her at that time and act accordingly.
· Be thoughtful and considerate towards others, observing the needs of peers and responding considerately.
· Understand that he/she is one of a group and others may sometimes have priority.
· Move about with as little disturbance as possible to others, avoiding collision, accident or discomfort.
· Use equipment wisely and sensibly, e.g. chairs, scissors, pencils, etc.
· Realize that tasks have to be done and completed satisfactorily.
· Be vigilant for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
· Use appropriate and meaningful language - hurtful, derogatory and negative language is to be discouraged.
· Be aware of the environment, helping to keep it clean, tidy, healthy and intact, e.g. not climbing on fences, not leaving litter, not damaging growing things.
· Welcome visitors and newcomers.
· Acknowledge the achievement of others.
Each adult should:-
· Listen to children and respond appropriately.
· Be thoughtful and considerate, having due regard for their feelings.
· Acknowledge their achievements, encouraging them to be self motivated and independent.
· Communicate any concerns for a child to the headteacher or another appropriate adult in the school.
· Be aware of the safety of all pupils in the school, informing the appropriate person if there are any hazards to all pupils or to individuals. Back to top
WHILE ON APPARATUS IN THE HALL
Children are told that great care must be exercised when using P.E. apparatus.· No child should go on to the apparatus until the teacher has given the go-ahead.
· When getting the apparatus out and putting it away, children should listen to
the instructions of the teacher and act with precision.
· Children should not run and should watch very carefully where they are going.
· There should be the minimum of noise. Children should get off the apparatus as quickly as is compatible with safety when the teacher asks them to. Back to top
AT LUNCHTIME
This should be a pleasant, sociable and safe occasion where constructive learning takes place.There are usually 4 midday supervisors and a teacher in charge with the welfare assistant ?~ available if necessary.
· Children always wash their hands before having lunch.
· They are encouraged to eat what is provided, but are not forced to eat what they cannot manage. Supervisors try to notice any children who persistently leave food or seem to need more, so that parents can be alerted.
· Children are helped with the opening of containers or with any procedures that they find difficult, but they are encouraged to try themselves first.
· It is an appropriate time for conversation but excessive noise is discouraged.
· Children must enter and leave the hall in an orderly manner for safety reasons.
· Children are told how to leave the hall in an emergency and they have practices on occasions. Back to top
IN THE PLAYGROUND
Children go outside twice a day. Therefore, it is essential that they have appropriate wear for our unpredictable weather. They also need outdoor shoes. In mid-morning one teacher is in charge. When numbers require it, 2 teachers supervise playtimes. At lunchtime the 4 midday supervisors are in charge.Children must:-
· Always remain within sight of a responsible adult.
· Welcome children to join in games.
· Never disrupt other children?s games.
· Seek the help of the responsible adult in the event of a dispute or accident.
· Move about carefully to avoid collision and accident.
· Have regard for newcomers, younger children and the quiet and shy.
· Keep the circle garden for quiet games.
· Never throw stones or sticks.
· Never run with sticks.
· Never use his/her feet to kick anything other than a football.
· Never climb trees.
· Request permission to return into the building; only enter when told to.
· Stop moving and talking immediately when the whistle is blown..
· Get off the apparatus immediately when told.
· Climbing frames are used in rotation according to the teacher on duty - but never at lunchtimes.
When climbing:-
· Garments must be buttoned and belted.
· Footwear must be appropriate, e.g. not open-toed sandals.
· Hands should be free - children should not be eating their fruit at the same time. Back to top
WET PLAYTIMES
The children are supervised in their classrooms either by teachers and the welfareassistant or by midday supervisors. Sometimes classes have to be mixed for
practical considerations. Although children may relax at these times, they should be aware of each other?s needs and safety.
Certain tools are not allowed to be used at these times, e.g. scissors. Back to top
PROCEDURES TO SUPPORT THE MAINTENANCE OF GOOD BEHAVIOUR
It is important that children understand why we have these expectations and why some things which are acceptable in a domestic situation are not acceptable in awider context, e.g. climbing trees. Positive reinforcement is used whenever possible
to support good behaviour, e.g. public recognition in assembly to support citizenship. Back to top