Pennthorpe School behaviour and discipline policy

Our aim with discipline is to guide children towards a set of values based on Christian principles and, in particular, to encourage the qualities of helpfulness, honesty, courage, responsibility, service and courtesy which are embodied in our school motto: NON NOBIS SOLUM NATI  -  BORN NOT FOR OURSELVES ALONE.  Discipline is built upon the premise that good manners and sensible behaviour are in the interests both of the individual and of the community.  Rewards and sanctions are designed to promote good behaviour and to sustain the harmony of the community.

PENNTHORPE'S GOLDEN RULES

• We work hard - We do not waste time
• We are gentle - We do not hurt others
• We listen - We do not interrupt
• We are honest - We do not cover up the truth
• We are kind and helpful - We do not hurt other people's feelings
• We look after property - We do not damage things
• We move around the school safely - We do not go in areas where an adult is not present without permission

Further details about rewards and sanctions and about specific behaviour protocols (eg for the classroom, playground, dining room etc) are available here.