Code of Conduct Policy

Pensby High School for Girls is a large community and everyone’s actions can affect others. It is everyone’s right to work or learn in a pleasant and safe environment. Any actions which result in others being inconvenienced, take people away from their main job or cause hurt or embarrassment, are unacceptable.

The school’s Code of Conduct states clearly what is acceptable and what is not. All actions have consequences and pupils who cannot act appropriately will find that sanctions will be used until they can. The rules are straightforward and based on good manners, health and safety and ensuring a good learning environment so that each individual can reach their full potential both academically and as a caring, supportive member of the community.

Principles of Behaviour in School

The school aims stress how important we feel it is to ensure that all individuals have access to the best education possible. Standards are not negotiable and every pupil has an important part to play. Individual pupils will not be allowed to adversely affect the progress and well-being of any person in the school.

Self discipline is very important and the school will do everything it can to help individuals understand how, in everyday life, it is vital that they display control at all times. Teaching and learning is the main function of the school and we will encourage all pupils to take responsibility for their own learning as well as for their own and others’ property and the environment.

Pupils will be given the chance to take on responsibility and so help others as well as themselves, this includes form captains, partnered reading, sports leaders, prefects, school bank etc.

It is important that positive relationships are built on respect. This will depend on the acceptance that basic rules are required and that each individual is accountable to the community as a whole.

Basic Principles

Expected of All Pupils at all Times

Personal Actions

Try to understand others’ points of view
Think before you act
Do not do anything to inconvenience others
Be polite and helpful
Be good mannered
Willing to work or help others
Be honest and truthful
Always try to do your best
Be reliable and take responsibility for your actions
Attend regularly
Be responsible for your own belongings

Around the School

Be punctual (on time) – to school, lessons and activities
Communicate considerately – talk quietly, do not shout and listen when asked
Move around sensibly – on the left, no running and hold doors open for others
Respect the environment – put litter into bins, do not damage or mark furniture, fittings or the buildings
Stay within the school uniform guidelines
Do not eat or drink (except water) around the school
Do not chew gum

Lessons

Wait quietly outside the room
Enter when requested and get your books and equipment out
Always ensure you take everything you need for lessons
Work sensibly and to the best of your ability
Do not distract others
Put your hand up when you need help, be prepared to wait your turn
Always follow your teacher’s instructions
Listen carefully and be silent when asked
Contribute to lessons but do not shout out
Pack away only when the teacher tells you
Record homework in your diary
Leave the classroom tidy and put rubbish in the bin
Leave quietly when the teachers tell you

Break / Lunchtime

Only use the rooms you are supposed to
Stay inside or outside as appropriate, do not wander around
Do not eat or drink in classrooms or corridors
Leave rooms tidy
Work quietly in the library and other quiet rooms
Do not touch or move anything
Do not hang around the toilets
Queue quietly for lunch, bags should be on your coat hook or in your locker
Always ask for an early lunch pass if you need one
Ensure you clear your table after lunch and put everything away
Treat midday assistants with courtesy – they are members of staff
Do not sit on tables or put your feet on chairs

The Law

The law applies to everyone in school just as it does elsewhere. It does not matter if we approve or disapprove. Breaking the law will be taken extremely seriously.