Pupil Conduct
A partnership between the school and parents is required in order to ensure the best possible standard of pupil conduct. Pupils are expected to set themselves high standards in appearance and behaviour. The general aim is to produce an atmosphere of friendly cooperation, encouraging respect and consideration for others.
We have a positive approach to discipline by encouraging and rewarding good behaviour. As part of our nurturing school ethos we promote a restorative and solution orientated approach. This involves the children identifying what went wrong and how to move forward from the incident. In particular, they take into consideration how the other person is feeling.
The School’s aim is to produce an atmosphere of friendly co-operation, encouraging respect and consideration for other people and property. In general, respect for people, school buildings, furniture and equipment is expected at all times. Strict observation of the rules concerning Health and Safety is essential. It is expected that pupils observe rules and discipline procedures of the school and co-operate with their peers and the staff to enhance the quality of life within the school. School rules are relatively simple and few in number to allow for the smooth running of the school.
Where there are concerns about behaviour parents are invited to come along to the school to discuss issues further.
Dealing with Bullying
You should inform the school immediately if you become aware of any incidents of bullying. This can be done either by telephone or by coming into the school in person. However, any complaint/concern must also be put in writing. Quite naturally, some parents may worry about overreacting to a situation particularly because bullying can be difficult to define, since it covers a wide range of behaviour. The following kinds of behaviour could be defined as bullying:
- Physical Bullying-Pushing, kicking and hitting and other forms of violence
- Verbal Bullying-name calling, sarcasm, spreading rumours, persistent teasing, threats
- Emotional bullying-excluding (not speaking to) tormenting (e.g. hiding books, unpleasant gestures) ridicule, humiliation
- Racist, Cultural Bullying-being attacked because of your religion, colour or where you come from
- Sexual Bullying- unwanted physical contact, suggestive or verbal comments
You should keep a written record of any such incidents including the date, those involved and what happened. This will help the school deal with the situation and agree the best way to support the child inside and, where possible, outside the school.
Your initial complaint will be responded to within 24 hours but it is important to realise that it may take some time to address a bullying problem and parents are requested to work cooperatively with the school and with other parents involved in what might be a fairly lengthy process.
Teachers will always listen to the pupils who confide in them about bullying and will make careful notes of the information given. If a teacher wishes to deal with the problem in the first instance, they should exercise their professional judgment on the action taken. In all circumstances, the Head Teacher will be informed.
Sgoil Uibhist a Tuath – Anti-Bullying Policy
Anti Bullying Policy – SUAT 2021-22
CNES Anti – Bullying Policy
