SCHOOL RULES

BEHAVIOUR:

Pupils are expected to follow the school's Code of Behaviour.

DISCIPLINE:

Breaches of the Code of Behaviour will be dealt with in accordance with the School's Code of Discipline.

BULLYING:

Pupils are expected to adhere to the school Policy on Bullying. Bullying in any form is regarded as unacceptable behaviour, totally against the Christian and family spirit of the school. All reported instances of bullying are investigated. Where it is established that instances of bullying have occurred sanctions are imposed relative to the seriousness of the behaviour.

DRESS:

No wearing of inappropriate dress. No wearing of tee-shirts etc. with offensive slogans. No wearing of caps/hats during school time. No wearing of excessive jewellery.

CHEWING GUM:

Chewing gum is not permitted in our school.

SMOKING: Smoking on the school premises is strictly forbidden. Pupils are not allowed to smoke while under the direction of school staff, this to include visits away from school, school trips etc. If a pupil is found smoking or with cigarettes or matches in his/her possession, he/she will be suspended.

ATTENDANCE:

1. Late coming to school requires a written explanation from parent(s) /Guardian(s).

2. Parents/Guardians are requested to notify school when students are sick or absent for other reasons.

3. Parents/Guardians must send notes when students are requesting permission to absent themselves from school for any reason.

LEAVING THE PREMISES:

A pupil may not leave the school premises, without permission under any circumstances. The sanction for leaving the school premises without permission is suspension.

SAFETY:

In the interest of safety and good order, pupils are forbidden to open or interfere with windows, to run on the corridors, to tamper with fire extinguishers or to engage in any kind of behaviour which might lead to an accident.

DAMAGE TO SCHOOL PROPERTY:

Financial contributions will be sought from students/Parents/Guardians for vandalism or defacement of any part of the school premises, its furnishings and equipment, or staff /pupils property or possessions.

MOBILE PHONES:

Students must turn off phones on entering the school premises. The school is currently drawing up a policy on mobile phones.