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Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR LEARNERS

Foreword:
Our Code of Conduct for learners aims to be corrective in nature. When interventions are considered, the following factors are prioritized: the learner's age, developmental level, and attitude toward the school. These interventions are carried out with the necessary empathy and sensitivity.

 

PURPOSE OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT
To create a disciplined school where discipline is prioritized; where learners are educated, developed, and grow into well-disciplined citizens.

This Code of Conduct is built on the CORE VALUES of:
✔ Respect
✔ Love – Belonging
✔ Integrity
✔ Responsibility
✔ Kindness / Benevolence
✔ Teamwork

By living out these core values, discipline can be improved in the following areas:
▪ General behaviour: in classrooms, hallways, assembly lines, the auditorium, and on school transport
▪ Respect: self-respect and mutual respect (through forms of address and courtesy)
▪ Punctuality
▪ Sense of responsibility
▪ Personal and environmental cleanliness
▪ Cooperation and harmony

Improving discipline also aims to:
⮚ Promote school pride
⮚ Enhance the school’s image both internally and externally
⮚ Foster the school’s ethos
⮚ Ensure the orderly progression of daily activities at school, as well as on the sports field and in cultural activities
⮚ Promote a positive and healthy self-image
⮚ Encourage mutual respect for people and the environment

 

EVERY LEARNER HAS THE RIGHT TO:

  • Feel safe and the responsibility to ensure the safety of others;

  • Be treated with respect and the responsibility to treat others with respect;

  • Receive instruction and learn, while allowing others the opportunity to do the same;

  • Express their opinion and the responsibility to listen to others;

  • Own property and the responsibility to treat others' property with respect;

  • Be educated in a neat and clean school environment free from discrimination based on religion, race, language, disability, etc.

 

SCHOOL RULES FOR LEARNERS

a. Behaviour
• When the bell rings to signal the start of the school day, learners must take their places in an orderly manner without delay.
• Learners must maintain and display good discipline in the classroom.
• At all times, learners should behave politely, courteously, considerately, and tolerantly toward each other and staff.
• Learners must follow educators' instructions carefully.
• During breaks, learners must obey the staff on duty.
• Learners must remain fully dressed while playing during breaks.
• Learners must refrain from engaging in dangerous play or movements during breaks.

b. Punctuality and Attendance
• Regular school attendance is mandatory.
• Learners who arrive late must first report to reception.
• In case of absence, the learner must submit a written excuse.
• Learners may not leave the school without permission.
• Learners participating in extracurricular or co-curricular activities must report punctually.
• If a learner is absent, an excuse letter must be submitted.

c. Movement of Learners
• Movement within the school building must be done in silence.
• Learners must move in an orderly manner in hallways; running is prohibited.
• Learners moving in the hallways during class time must have a PASS CARD.
• No learner may be in the school building or hallways before school or during breaks unless recommended or arranged beforehand.
• Learners may not ride bicycles or skateboards on school premises.
• At the end of the school day, learners must leave the school premises.
• A learner may remain on school premises after school hours only with the principal’s approval and under staff supervision (e.g., for outings, sports, etc.).

d. School Grounds and School Transport

• Learners commit to keeping the school grounds neat and clean.
• Learners must not engage in graffiti.
• Learners may not intentionally damage flowers, shrubs, or trees.
• If learners intentionally damage school property, their parents will be responsible for the repair or replacement costs.
• Bicycles must be locked at all times.
• The use of foul language on school grounds or school transport is prohibited.
• On school buses, learners must conduct themselves with proper self-control.
• Learners must not make hand gestures at other road users.
• Eating or drinking on the bus is not allowed.
• The possession of sharp or dangerous objects, alcohol, drugs, or cigarettes on school premises is strictly forbidden. [Refer to attached policies.]

e. SCHOOL UNIFORM:

Striving for Uniformity

• Boys:

  • Grey long or short school trousers

  • White school shirt

  • Maroon school sweater

• Girls:

  • Maroon skirt or grey long school trousers with a white school shirt

  • Maroon school dress (optional)

  • Maroon school sweater

SPORTSWEAR:
• Practice Wear:

  • White T-shirt and white or maroon shorts

• Official Practice Wear:

  • Maroon sports shirt and maroon shorts (available by order through the school)

• School Tracksuit:

  • Maroon tracksuit, preferably worn for sports and other appropriate events

f. Personal Neatness of Learners

• Nails must always be kept short and clean.
• Girls' hair must be neatly braided or tied in a ponytail.
• Boys' hair must be kept short (dreadlocks are not allowed).
• No beanies, floppy hats, or caps are allowed unless special permission is granted.
• Hair colouring is not permitted.
• Only a medical necklace or bracelet may be worn.
• Girls may wear only a signet ring and small sleeper earrings.
• Earrings for boys are prohibited.
• Any other jewelery will be confiscated and only returned at the end of the year.
• Learners are not allowed to wear coloured tops or other clothing during school activities unless specified (e.g., civvies day).

g. Obligations of Parents/Guardians Toward Learners

• Ensure the learner attends school daily.
• Provide a written excuse or medical certificate in case of absence from any school activity, as applicable.
• Ensure learners are punctual at their respective pick-up points and accompanied by an adult.
• Ensure the learner has breakfast and is provided with a lunch pack for school.
• Encourage the learner to obey school rules, be respectful, and accept authority.
• Inform the school of any issues the learner may be experiencing.
• Maintain contact with the relevant class educator.
• Provide the learner with basic school supplies as requested.
• Deliver packages for learners to the reception and not directly to the classroom.
• Pay school fees on time and regularly as agreed during the annual budget meeting.
• Ensure the learner participates in school trips and make payments if required.
• Support fundraising efforts and get involved in other school activities (e.g., outreach programs).

 

 

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