Every student understands they have the right to feel safe, valued and respected, and learn free from the disruption of others.
Every student should display a positive attitude to College life by being present, punctual and remaining in the environments they are required to be in.
All students, staff and visitors are free from any form of discrimination.
The College will maintain a zero-tolerance stance on discrimination or abuse of any kind.
Every student should feel comfortable to report issues when they occur (either when a victim or bystander) to either key staff or via relevant electronic platforms such as ReportIt@.
Staff and volunteers set an excellent example to students at all times.
Rewards and sanctions are used in a consistent manner by staff, in line with the relevant policies. This includes, when necessary, reasonable force.
The Management of Behaviour Policy is understood by staff and students and underpins the guiding principles of the College of ‘Believe Succeed’.
The Governing Board supports the College in emphasising that violence of any kind or threatening behaviour will not be tolerated in any circumstances.
The Management of Behaviour Policy explains that suspensions will only be used as a last resort, and outlines the processes involved in fixed term suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Students are helped to take responsibility for their actions, through the restorative approach.
Families are expected to be supportive in the management of behaviour to foster good relationships between the College and students’ home life.
