Ready for Learning

Classroom Expectations

We expect our students to be caring, curious and committed at all times.

Teachers’ responses to significant unfocused behaviour that detracts from their own or others’ learning both in and out of lessons will use the Chances and Consequences system (Appendix 1b).

Students should always be given a clear reminder of expectations before any sanctions are applied. Teachers should also use restorative approaches to ensure that the behaviour has been challenged and the student has accepted responsibility for the impact of their behaviour on themselves and others. This is an important part of the reparation process for both staff and students.

Removal: If a student must be removed from a teacher’s class then the class teacher in the first instance will contact home to discuss the incident and inform the parent/carer/student that this behaviour will result in an Academy Detention being issued. The SSA will then contact home to confirm the day/date/time of the Academy Detention on behalf of the house. The teacher will then have a restorative conversation with the student during their detention. A subject report will be considered at this stage. If a student is removed more than once, then a subject report will be put in place and the Curriculum Leader will become involved.

Teachers also use other behaviour management strategies such as seating plans, specific groupings, modelling positive and respectful behaviour and language; building resilience and self-esteem through positive reinforcement.