Children are involved in the formulation of the school rules, which are displayed centrally and within every teaching space as a reminder of what is acceptable. Similarly, the consequences for breaking the rules are also on display in every learning area to encourage consistency.
Rewards
This is what can happen when you make the right choices and follow the school rules:
Verbal praise - including verbal reports to parents/carers at the end of the day
A written comment on learning
A happy face, coloured star or certificate for behaviour as well as learning
A visit to another class/teacher/Deputy Headteacher/Headteacher for commendation
Stickers
Put into the 'Special Book' for special recognition in assembly
Team Points
Termly certificates awarded in a dedicated assembly
Termly trophies awarded in a dedicated assembly
Whole class rewards
Sanctions
These are the consequences for breaking the school rules:
Verbal warning - reminder of rule broken and a chance to put things right
Sit on own or stand by an adult for 5 minutes
Go to another class (or another playground if outside) for 5 minutes - record of behaviour completed
Go to Mrs Dhanecha or Miss Hill - record of behaviour completed
Red Book - children must phone their parents/carers to inform them