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Como West Public SchoolStudent Wellbeing and Discipline Policy

All students at Como West Public School are supported in a caring and welcoming environment. School programs and practices reflect our shared beliefs and values.

Students are provided with high quality education so that they may learn to the best of their ability and become self-disciplined, tolerant and contributing members of the school and community.

Statement of Purpose

Our Student Wellbeing and Discipline Policy outlines how Como West Public School meets the personal, social and learning needs of students.

It is developed in conjunction with, and is supported by the following Departmental documents:

Attendance PolicySuspension and Expulsion PolicyStudent Well Being FrameworkHomework PolicyBYOD PolicyAnti-Bullying PolicyHeath Care Policy and ProceduresGifted and Talented PolicyDisability Discrimination Act

This policy is designed to help students achieve the school’s expectations of being safe, respectful and successful learners.

Core Rules of NSW Government Schools

In alignment with the core rules of NSW government schools all students are expected to:

attend every school day, unless they are legally excused, and be in class on time and prepared to learn maintain a neat appearance, including adhering to the requirements of the school’s uniform or dress

code policy behave safely and and responsibly, including when travelling to and from school show respect at all times to school staff and community members by following class rules, speaking

courteously and cooperating with instructions and learning activities treat one another with dignity and respect care for property belonging to themselves, the school and others resolve conflict respectfully, calmly and fairly not bully, harass, intimidate or discriminate against anyone in our school strive for the highest standards of learning.


Anti-bullying Plan

Behaviour that infringes on the safety of others, such as harassment, bullying and illegal or anti-social behaviour of any kind, will not be tolerated.

The school has a separate Anti-bullying plan. Como West Public School will not tolerate verbal, physical, emotional, social, psychological and cyber bullying.

Core Values

We have developed core values for student behaviour to establish consistent expectations. Our core values are integrity, excellence, respect, responsibility, and care.

Como West Public School promotes optimum learning through our core values, which are in alignment with the NSW Department of Education.

These values were formed after community consultation with input from students, staff and parents.

I will show INTEGRITY by:

being honest and reliable making good choices and decisions being consistent in my actions.

I will show EXCELLENCE by:

striving to achieve my personal best representing my school with pride acknowledging the achievements of others.

I will show RESPECT by:

using good manners being polite and considerate listening to the point of view of others.

I will show RESPONSIBILITY by:

following the school rules taking charge of my own behaviour contributing positively to the school and the community.

I will show CARE by:

caring for myself caring for others caring for the environment.


Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)Positive Behaviour for Learning was implemented to establish consistent behaviour expectations and the consistent management of behaviour. There are behaviour expectations for all areas within the school.

Students are to be safe, respectful and successful learners.

Student expectations are displayed and are explicitly taught so that students, staff and parents are using a common language. These expectations have their foundation in our school values.

See Appendix 1 - Como West Public School Expectation Matrix.

School Uniform Expectations

Wearing a uniform shows unity and respect for the school. At Como West Public School, all students are expected to wear a uniform at all times. If a student does not wear a school hat, he or she must remain in a designated shade area. If a student is unable to wear any article of the school uniform due to unforeseen circumstances, a note must be written to the Principal or Class Teacher explaining the reason. Excessive jewellery is not a part of our school uniform.

Black shoes are compulsory. Students may wear non-black joggers on sports days only.

All clothing should be clearly marked with the owner’s name, including hats, bags, jackets and shoes.

Representational Expectations – Code of Conduct for Sport

Representing Como West Public School in organised or competitive sport is an honour and a privilege. Students are expected to behave appropriately at all times to be permitted to be a part of any group leaving the school. This includes PSSA and while representing our school at any sporting event. Parents and students are expected to abide by a code of conduct handed to each student prior to participating in PSSA. A breach of the code of conduct is a serious issue and will result in consequences which may include the student not being permitted to be a part of any school team.

Personal Property and Expectations regarding Mobile Phones and Other Electronic Devices

Como West Public School follows the Department’s Policy on Bringing Your Own Devices (BYOD). Personal property (other than stationery) such as electronic devices is considered unnecessary unless being used explicitly for directed learning activities. Electronic devices should not disrupt student learning. Electronic devices and mobile phones may NOT be used by students at ANY TIME where students are under the care of teaching staff unless directed to do so by a staff member.

The use of electronic devices and mobile phones includes: phone calls text or picture messaging playing games internet access audio recording video recording taking photographs


bluetooth, wireless or data transfer sharing photographs, audio or video files downloading multimedia content (ringtones, games etc.)

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure the safety of his/her electronic device or mobile phone. Mobile phones are required to be kept at the office until the conclusion of the school day.

Students must comply with the school’s ICT Agreement incorporating BYOD. Inappropriate use of the internet either during school times or out of school times may result in restricted use of technology as a learning tool and/or further sanctions or consequences including referral to the police.

The school accepts NO RESPONSIBILITY for any loss or damage to any electronic devices brought to school by a student.

Managing Inappropriate BehaviourGood discipline and high expectations optimises and supports student learning and is based on a fair and consistent approach to behaviour management.

See Appendix 2 - Como West Public School Management Process

Responding to Inappropriate BehaviourStaff respond to all inappropriate behaviour in a consistent manner.

1. Calm2. Consistent3. Brief4. Immediate5. Respectful

Teacher Response Words/Actions an adult can usePrompt Provide verbal and/or visual cue.

Redirect Restate the matrix.

Reteach State and demonstrate the matrix behaviour. Have student demonstrate. Provide immediate feedback.

Provide Choice(re-engage or have a consequence applied)

The statement of two alternatives – the preferred or desired behaviour or a less preferred choice (logical consequence)

Give the student a choice and get a response Apply logical consequence consistent with the matrix if

preferred behaviour not demonstrated

Conference Describe the problem. Describe the alternative behaviour. Tell why the alternative is better. Practise. Provide feedback.


Strategies to promote student wellbeing, consistent with the Departmental guidelines are:

Effective Learning and Teaching

Students will be encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and behaviour. Teaching and learning programs will cater for the individual learning needs of students and be

supported by the Learning and Support Team. Opportunities will be given to parents and carers to discuss learning programs, student behaviour and

progress.

Positive Climate and Good Discipline

The wellbeing, safety and health of students and other community members as well as principles of equity and justice will be priorities in all school policies, programs and practices.

The school’s expectations provide clear guidelines of behaviour which are known by staff, students and parents.

The school is a disciplined, ordered and cohesive community where individuals take responsibility for their actions and work together.

The school will be an inclusive environment which affirms diversity and respects difference.

Community Participation

Parents are acknowledged as partners in their child’s education. Parents and carers share a commitment to supporting students in taking responsibility for their actions

and developing respectful relationships.

Responsibilities

The Principal ensures: a commitment to student wellbeing underpins all of the policies and activities of the school staff, parents and students are assisted to develop strategies for addressing student wellbeing and

discipline needs with aim of supporting the development of caring, respectful future citizens.

Teaching and Support Staff: contribute to the provision of a caring, well managed, safe environment for all students, staff and

parents create an environment where students feel happy and secure implement strategies to promote effective learning for individual students implement effective practices that promote good discipline and effective learning follow the school policy guidelines for dealing with inappropriate behaviour recognise and promote student achievement welcome parents to the school and inform them of the progress and wellbeing of their children.

The Students: know and follow the school’s expectations for being a safe, respectful learner and successful learner participate actively in their learning


resolve conflict in a peaceful and restorative manner play an active role in shaping the school’s daily life display courtesy and respect to other students, staff and to all members of the school community are expected to treat others as they would like to be treated adhere to expectations regarding school uniform as determined by the school community uphold the school’s values.

Parents/Carers:

accept and support our shared responsibility for the wellbeing, discipline and education of the students support the school in the implementation of the Student Wellbeing and Discipline Policy and other

school policies.

School Award Structure

Awards are accumulated throughout the school year and continue into consecutive years.Students are responsible for the safe keeping of awards and presenting them to the class teacher. 3 Merit Cards are awarded for each class per week 5 Merit Cards / Sport Awards = 1 Bronze Award 3 Bronze Awards = 1 Silver Award 2 Silver Awards = 1 Gold Banner


All Settings Transitioningbetween class/ school settings

Classroom/ Library/ Lab

COLA/Canteen Office Hall – AssemblySA

FE

Walk safelyDemonstrate the school valuesKeep hands and feet to selfStay in designated areasUse ‘No, Go, Tell’ strategy when feeling unsafeUse equipment appropriately

Give way to people exiting and wait your turnKeep to the leftTuck chairs under tablesZip up bags & place them in a neat order

Ask permission to leave the roomUse appropriate internet sites onlySit on allocated seats appropriatelyPush chairs in when finishedMove promptly and carefully to collect your belongingsKeep area tidyKeep your bags zipped up and in appropriate area

Wear a hatSeek teacher permission if ball goes out of boundsReport incidents to the teacher on dutyPlay handball at given times

CANTEENUse money for yourself onlyEat/buy your own food

Walk straight to office when directedWait for others to exit before entering

Walk in one line

Sit with legscrossed and hands still

RESP

ECTF

UL

Listen to and follow adultinstructionsHand up to speakAppropriate voicesUse mannersTreat others the way you want to be treatedWear correct school uniformTake care of equipment/propertyTake turns and include othersRespect your environment

Quiet voices and move quietlyKnock & be respectfulbefore entering when delivering messagesGive way to othersAllow others their personal spaceTidy desk & floor before movingMove in a timely mannerBe on timeHats in bags

Listen to all instructions before moving or starting workWait for others to finish before speakingLog off or shut down when askedAllow others to learn

Ask teacher to retrieve ball from gardenSit and stay in your class area during eating time

CANTEENLine up and wait your turnWait for friends away from the canteen areaLunch collectors only pick up orders

Wait to be spoken toSpeak clearly and politely

Remove hatsEnter and leave quietlyClap politelyListen and look at the speakerSit in the area as directed by teachersSing school song and National Anthem sensiblySit quietly

SUCC

ESSF

UL

LEAR

NER

S

Solve problemscalmlyAcceptconsequencesGive your personal bestAsk questions/contributeWork in a suitable timeframeBe an active listenerArrive on time and be prepared

Line up outside your classroom & wait in 2 linesListen to and follow adult instructions

Accept advice on how to improveAsk a peer who is next to you or hand up if unsure what to doContinue working while waiting for theteacherStay focused on taskListen to others

Follow the rules of games

CANTEENKnow what you want to buy and have your money ready at the canteen

Hand notes in before the morning bellListen to adult directions when delivering notes and messages

Learn words to School song, and National Anthem


Appendix 1Toilets Basketball/

GrassPSSA/ Sport/

ExcursionsBASC

SAFE

One person ineach toiletWash handsKeep foodoutside thetoilet areaKeep all toiletentries clearReport anyincidents to teachers on dutyClose the cubicle door

Walk down stairsWear a hatSeek teacher permission if ball goes out of boundsUse stair handrail appropriatelyBe aware of others when runningGRASSUse long jump pit appropriately

Wear a hatAsk permission from teacher to go to toilet and let the teacher know when you returnToilet in pairsSit on the sideline or a safe area when not on the field/courtSeek teacher permission to retrieve balls from out of boundsBUSESTake a seat promptly and stay seated facing the front, use seatbelt if applicableRemain seated and quiet while travelling on busMove on and off bus in orderly mannerObserve all road rules

Go straight to BASC and get name marked off rollWalk sensibly to and from BASCKindergarten students are to wait with Kindergarten teachers until BASC supervisor collects them

RESP

ECTF

UL

Allow others privacyUse toilet paper, taps and bubblers appropriatelyFlush the toiletWait for friends outside

Share equipmentInclude others in gameRespect each other’s space when playing gamesFollow rules of the game

Play fair & respect decisions of supervisors/umpires/refereeSpeak respectfully to all people on the field/courtListen to other teachers instructionsFollow PSSA code of conduct

SUCC

ESSF

UL

LEAR

NER

S

Use the toilet during breaks if possibleReturn to class quickly during learning timeUse, wash hands, leave

Follow designated area timetablePlay appropriate games for area

Follow the rules of the gameBe a team playerPerform given allocated roles/responsibilitiesSupport and encourage team members appropriatelyListen to and follow teachers instructions

Follow the rules of the game


Appendix 2


Response to ALL student misbehaviour is:Calm Consistent Brief Immediate Respectful Private

Productive Plan – How do I bring the student back on track?

Review proactive strategies. Apply choice Proximity to teacher Continuum of response Change environment Visual prompts 4:1 ratio of positive behaviour when re-teaching lesson – 4 positive

comments to every comment on inappropriate choice of behaviour Refer to matrix

Does the student have3-5 forms in one week?10 forms in one term?

If behaviour continues, depending on severity Parent interview Suspension Warning

Letter Suspension Letter

Executive provides teacher feedback

Executive informs parent/ guardian

Executive follows through on consequence

Exec Actions

Review incident Determine consequences Enter data into Student

Wellbeing

Teacher completes Behaviour and

consequence Tracking Form /

Playground Form

sends to office

PBL team action required

3-5 recorded minors = major

Apply Behaviour Consequence Classroom

Sent to thinking table to complete work

Conference – Restorative Justice

Notification to parents if behaviour is repeated

Playground

Reteach lesson during play time

Walk with teacher Conference – Restorative

Justice principles Reteach lesson

Give positive verbal/social

acknowledgement

Behaviour Continues

Behaviour Stops

1st, 2nd & 3rd Reminder

Prompt Redirect Reteach Choice and or Consequence Conference **After the 3rd reminder the consequence is applied and recorded and parents may be contacted depending on the nature of the behaviours.

Step 1

State expected behaviour Complete Behaviour and

Consequence Tracking Form Student to office/exec

Follow PBL Minor Behaviour Response Follow PBL Major

Behaviour Response

MajorOffice/Exec Managed

Inappropriate verbal language

Physical contact – non serious but inappropriate

Defiance/ disrespect/ non-compliance

Disruption (talking while teacher is speaking; loud voices or noises indoors)

Property misuse Running on concrete Toilet misuse Out of bounds Non compliance of

Behaviour Expectations

MinorTeacher Managed

Is behaviour Office/Exec managed?

Problem Solve with Student/s

Observe Problem Behaviour

No Yes

Abusive language/ profanity Defiance/ disrespect/ non-

compliance Disruption (sustained loud

talk, yelling or screaming; noise with materials; horseplay or roughhousing; sustained out of seat behaviour i.e. tantrums, excessive yelling or screaming)

Physical aggression Property damage Leaving school grounds Actions considered criminal/

delinquent behaviour Bullying

Suspension Resolution meeting Return to school with

agreed strategies including support strategies

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