At Park House School, we have high expectations for student behaviour because we believe that every student deserves to learn in a safe, calm and positive environment. Good behaviour enables students to make the most of every lesson, build positive relationships and achieve their full potential.

We want every student to understand what is expected of them and to feel supported in meeting those expectations. Our approach is underpinned by our school values: Work Hard, Be Kind and Take Responsibility.

In every lesson, students are expected to:

• Arrive to lessons on time and ready to learn.
• Enter the classroom calmly when invited by the teacher, with all the equipment they need.
• Sit down quietly and complete the retrieval quiz while the register is taken.
• Listen attentively when a member of staff is speaking.
• Raise their hand when they have a question rather than calling out.
• Treat everyone with kindness and respect at all times.
• Follow instructions promptly and the first time they are given.
• Work hard and to the best of their ability, without preventing others from learning.
• Wear the correct uniform throughout the school day, including when travelling to and from school.

At Park House, we believe that behaviour is something that can be taught and developed. Just as we teach students the knowledge and skills they need to succeed academically, we explicitly teach them how to behave positively and responsibly.

We support students to understand and meet our expectations through:

• Clear and consistent instructions in lessons.
• Recognition and rewards, including House Points.
• Assemblies and regular reminders of our expectations.
• Displays around the school, including our classroom expectations.
• Individual meetings with students and their families.
• Supportive interventions that help students understand and develop the behaviours needed for success.
• Clear communication about what bullying is, how to recognise it and how to report concerns.
• A clear and consistent approach to sanctions when expectations are not met.
• Clear guidance about what is expected in different areas and situations across the school.
• Reset assemblies, where we revisit and reinforce our expectations.
• Consistent in class behaviour systems.

We recognise that every student is an individual and, at times, some students may need additional support to meet our expectations. Where appropriate, we will work with students and their families to identify the most effective support.

This may include:

• Mentoring, coaching or being placed on report.
• Individual support and interventions focused on developing positive behaviours.
• A short period of support within our Alternative Learning Provision (ALP).
• Off-site provision as part of an Off-Site Direction.

Where behaviour falls below the standard reasonably expected of a student, we will use appropriate consequences. These may range from a verbal reminder or warning, through to detention, referral to Ready for Learning (RFL), and, where behaviour is more serious, suspension or permanent exclusion.

Our approach is designed not simply to sanction poor behaviour, but to help students understand the impact of their choices, take responsibility and successfully return to learning.

Removal from Lessons

Where a student's behaviour significantly disrupts learning or they are unable to meet classroom expectations, they may be referred to Ready for Learning (RFL) for up to one working day. This provides a calm environment in which students can continue their learning without disrupting others, while also giving them the opportunity to reflect and prepare for a successful return to lessons.

Students will normally receive one clear and calm reminder when they first breach a classroom expectation. If the behaviour continues or there is a further breach, the student may be removed from their normal timetable for a period of 5 lessons.

During this time, students will follow online GLT pre-recorded lessons and/or complete written work. They will also receive support to help them reflect on what has happened and ensure they are ready to return successfully to their normal lessons.

For particularly disruptive, unsafe or defiant behaviour, a student may be referred to RFL without a prior warning. Students may also be referred to RFL for failing to attend a detention, inappropriate behaviour outside of lessons, or refusing to wear the correct uniform. RFL may also be used temporarily while an incident is being investigated.

Detention

As a school, we operate a whole school after-school detention system, centrally supervised by members of staff.

Where possible, parents and guardians will be given notice of an after-school detention so that appropriate transport arrangements can be made.

If a student does not attend an after-school detention, they will be referred to RFL and will be required to complete the missed detention.

Fixed Term Suspensions

In line with our Behaviour Policy and procedures, fixed-term suspensions may be used where necessary.

If a student is suspended for a fixed period, parents and guardians will be notified and invited to attend a readmission meeting. This meeting provides an opportunity to discuss what has happened, identify any underlying issues and agree the support needed to help the student make a successful return to school.

An important part of this process is ensuring that the student is ready for learning and understands the expectations moving forward. We strongly encourage parents and guardians to attend readmission meetings, as working together provides the best opportunity to support a positive and successful return to school.

At Park House School, our aim is to maintain high standards while ensuring that students are supported to learn from their experiences, take responsibility for their choices and develop the behaviours they need to succeed both in school and beyond.