Highlands governing body statement of behaviour principles

Every student understands they have the right to feel safe, valued and respected, and learn free from the disruption of others.

All students, staff and visitors are free from any form of discrimination.

Staff and volunteers set an excellent example to students at all times.

The behaviour for success policy is understood by students and staff.

Rewards and sanctions are applied consistently by staff, in line with the behaviour for success policy.

The exclusions policy explains that exclusions will only be used as a last resort, and outlines the processes involved in permanent and fixed-term exclusions.

Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions.

Families are involved in behaviour incidents to foster good relationships between the school and students’ home life.

Violent or threatening behaviour will not be tolerated in any circumstances.