Smoking & Forbidden Items

The school and the school grounds are designated “No Smoking” areas. This applies at all times and is in line with Oxfordshire County Council Policy.

All adults entering the school and school grounds need to comply with this policy. Please note that “vaping” and the use of e-cigarettes is also not permitted on the school site. 

Dangerous items may not be brought to the school. For any pupil found with a dangerous item, e.g. knives, fireworks, etc. there will be consequences decided by the Headteacher / Deputy Headteacher. 

In addition to illegal items, the following are banned: chewing gum, cigarettes, matches, lighters, roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, frisbees and remote-controlled equipment.

Headphones and other devices may only be used in the common rooms (S6/7) or if given permission by the teacher. They will be confiscated from students who are in breach of this rule. The rules for mobile phones in the mobile phone section will be applied.

The school cannot be made liable for any lost or stolen items.

Other Valuables

Pupils should not bring valuable possessions to school. The school does not accept any responsibility in case of damage to or loss of these.

Damage to school property

Damage to school property, including the buildings, must be reported without delay to the nearest teacher, the Pastoral Teach, Deputy Headteacher or Headteacher. Parents will be required to compensate the school for any damage, accidental or otherwise.

Smoking / alcohol

Smoking is forbidden. This includes the smoking of E-Cigarettes. Being in possession of or under the influence of alcohol is strictly forbidden and will result in consequences.

Drugs

Students are strictly forbidden to bring drugs to school or to any activity organised by the school or to come to school under the influence of drugs.  Any student who breaks this rule will be sent home immediately, pending a decision about consequences.  Any student distributing or selling drugs will be called before the Headteacher, Senior Management and School Governors with a recommendation for their expulsion.

Cleanliness

It is the responsibility of all members of the school community to keep the school a clean and tidy place. All rubbish must be put in the dustbins provided around the school. There is a weekly rota for each Class to perform a litter duty throughout the academic year (with the exception of Key Stage 1).