2. Purpose of the Procedure
The purpose of these Behaviour Guidelines is to clearly outline St Joseph’s Primary School’s expectations for student behaviour, how positive behaviour is promoted, and the procedures for responding to behaviour that does not meet these expectations.
These guidelines apply to all student behaviour:
- while at school,
- on the way to and from school,
- during school-endorsed activities that occur off-site,
- outside school hours and off school premises where there is a clear and close connection between the school and students' conduct,
- when using social media, mobile devices, and/or other technology involving another student or staff member, where there is a clear and close connection to the school community.
Grounded in the principles of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), these guidelines promote a proactive, whole-school approach to building a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. They reflect our shared commitment to the dignity and wellbeing of every student, in line with our Catholic identity and Gospel values.
The implementation of these Behaviour Guidelines is informed by and aligned with relevant Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools (DLCS) policies and procedures, including:
- DLCS Pastoral Care Policy
- DLCS Student Anti-Bullying Prevention and Response Procedures
- DLCS Student Prohibited Weapons Procedures
- DLCS Suspension, Expulsion and Exclusion Policy
- DLCS Responding to Concerns about Problematic Sexualised Behaviour of Children and Young People
- St Joseph’s Wauchope Pastoral Care Guidelines
This Behaviour Guideline will also be implemented in the context of the terms and conditions of enrolment at St Joseph’s Primary School.