Positive Behaviour at Ysgol Y Bryn

At Ysgol Y Bryn, we believe that good behaviour is essential for effective teaching and learning. Our Positive Behaviour Policy sets out a clear framework for promoting positive relationships, encouraging self-discipline, and creating a safe, respectful and engaging school environment for all.

Our Principles

We believe that everyone in our school community has the right to learn and work in a place that is:

• Safe, friendly, and inclusive

• Respectful and fair

• Focused on learning and personal growth
  
  

Our approach to behaviour is rooted in high expectations, consistent routines, and a strong culture of care, encouragement, and recognition.

Aims of Our Positive Behaviour Programme

• Foster a safe, stimulating and happy learning environment

• Build positive relationships between pupils, staff and parents

• Encourage mutual respect and cooperation

• Support children to develop socially, morally, spiritually and emotionally

• Use Restorative Practice and a consistent, respectful approach to behaviour management

• Celebrate success and reward effort regularly
  
  

Positive Relationships at the Heart of Behaviour

We believe behaviour is best supported by strong relationships. Staff:

• Model positive behaviour at all times

• Create caring, fair and inclusive classrooms

• Plan engaging and accessible learning experiences

• Acknowledge effort, progress and success (however small)

• Take time to get to know each child as an individual

• Use consistent, calm language and body language

• Interact positively with children during lessons and play
  
  

Working in Partnership with Families

Parents and carers play a crucial role in shaping behaviour. We:

• Maintain open, regular communication with families

• Hold parent consultations and learning events

• Invite families to celebrations and assemblies

• Use feedback to shape school improvement

• Fully involve parents in supporting children with behavioural or additional learning needs
  
  

Proactive Teaching and Classroom Practice

Good behaviour stems from good teaching. We:

• Engage pupils with purposeful, active learning

• Use clear routines and expectations

• Differentiate tasks to ensure accessibility for all

• Use school and class rules co-created with pupils:

  • Be Safe

  • Show Respect

  • Promote Positive Relationships
    
    

Behaviour Strategies and Rewards

• ✨ Golden Tickets for displaying school values

• 🌿 House Points earned through teamwork and events

• 🎉 Weekly Celebration Assemblies with certificates and pupil recognition

• 🥇 Restorative chats to reflect and repair relationships

• ♻️ Use of de-escalation, choices, and minimal consequences

• ⚡ Clear, fair consequences for poor behaviour based on age and context
  
  

Restorative Practice in Action

All staff are trained in Restorative Practice. Pupils reflect on:

1. What happened?

2. What were you thinking/feeling?

3. What can we do to make this better?

4. What would you do differently next time?

This approach builds empathy, accountability, and better future choices.

Supporting Additional Behavioural Needs

We use a range of targeted strategies:

• Pastoral Support Plans (PSPs)

• Individual Risk Assessments

• Involvement of external agencies

• Use of positive play, ELSA, and well-being interventions

• Consistent use of ABC behaviour recording for pattern analysis

Serious Behaviour and Consequences

Incidents are managed in a stepped approach:

1. Calm, minimal reprimand

2. Loss of privilege

3. Parental involvement and meetings

4. Use of behaviour data and function analysis

5. Involvement of LA Behaviour Support, EP, or other services

6. Fixed-term or permanent exclusion (in line with LA policy)

Serious incidents are logged securely. Exclusions are a last resort.

Team Teach and Physical Intervention

All staff are trained in Team Teach, emphasising de-escalation and safe handling as a last resort. All restraint is carried out in line with Carmarthenshire County Council guidelines.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Communication

• Policy reviewed annually

• Termly SLT reviews of behaviour data

• Shared with all staff, including temporary and supply staff

• Summary included in school prospectus and home policy pack

At Ysgol Y Bryn, positive behaviour isn’t just about rules — it’s about respect, relationships and readiness to learn. Together, we create a culture where everyone can flourish.

For more details, please contact the school or request a full copy of our Positive Behaviour Policy.