In Bargeddie Primary we promote and encourage high standards of behaviour. We aim to create a positive ethos, via a system of praise, rewards and certificates. We hope that by creating a positive ethos within Bargeddie Primary our school will provide a safe, secure and caring environment for all members of our school community. We strongly promote mutual respect between peers but also between staff and pupils.
In classes, teachers reward appropriate behaviour and at weekly assemblies, certificates relating to the four capacities (successful learners, confident individuals, effective contributors and responsible citizens) are awarded to those pupils who have achieved success in these specific areas. Other rewards and certificates are also distributed, as appropriate.
Bargeddie Primary School also operates a House System, with each child being allocated to a particular house. Our four houses are Cuilhill, Langmuir, Dykehead and Mainhill. During intervals, lunch breaks and at other times, pupils can earn points for their particular house, if they exhibit good behaviour, are kind to others or show exemplary manners etc. Points are counted regularly during the school session. At the end of each school year, at our Awards’ Ceremony, a special trophy is awarded to the house with most points.
Bargeddie Primary has achieved silver, ‘Rights’ Respecting School,’ status, with pupils’ rights being regularly discussed across all stages of our school and linked to aspects of school life. This initiative is closely linked to our school ethos and reinforces and consolidates our vision and values. Currently we are working on our Gold Action Plan, to further develop our work in this area.
Bargeddie Primary pupils are empowered to further enhance the work of our school and apply to become members of specific groups, which focus on improving an aspect of school life e.g. Rights’ Respecting Committee, Eco Committee, Mental Health Ambassadors, Digital Champions etc. Through such empowerment, developments can be advanced with staff and pupils working together in partnership, to reach a common goal.
Unfortunately, there are times when pupils do not follow school policy. On such occasions we work closely with pupils and their parents / carers and at times, outside agencies, to devise strategies to address any issues. On some occasions, a GIRFMe plan may be required. Throughout this process, the child and parent will be fully consulted and their views will be carefully considered.
