DISCIPLINE AND BEHAVIOUR
Our approach to behaviour and responsibility in guiding pupils follows from our aims as a Catholic College. Each pupil is expected to behave in a way that shows respect and consideration for self, for others and for property. Very high standards are demanded of them in the effort to achieve this and the college uses a system of rewards and sanctions to help pupils learn how to improve. Rewards vary within different year groups and departments, and include Certificates of Achievements, every effort is made to comment on examples of good behaviour and helpfulness and to praise pupils for their work.
When pupils need to be corrected for bad behaviour, again there are a number of different
sanctions used, such as detention at break time
and in serious situations, after college detention.
When there is concern about serious and/or prolonged misbehaviour, parents will be asked to discuss the problem with us. In extreme cases pupils may be excluded from college, in which case the parents will always be informed. Corporal punishment is not used in college.
The guidelines which are issued to pupils are as follows and this code constitutes our set of college rules.
To show consideration for others and obey staff at all times.
To respect the environment, college property and the property of other pupils.
To display responsible behaviour when travelling to and from college.
To have good attendance and punctuality - all absences should be explained with a note on the day of return.
To remain on the college site during the day, unless the Director of Learning has given permission.
To be on time for registration and lessons, with all the equipment you need.
To wear full college uniform and have it marked with your name.
To ensure no make-up, extreme hairstyles or jewellery are worn - a small stud is allowed in each ear for those with pierced ears. No other body piercing is allowed.
To leave expensive and dangerous items at home.
Chewing gum is forbidden.
These guidelines are a general framework for all pupils. They are not designed to cover all eventualities and may be subject to amendment at any time. Responsibility for determining satisfactory standards and modes of behaviour rests with the Headteacher.