1. Policy Statement
At The Tuition College, we believe that positive behaviour and mutual respect are essential for effective learning. Every student has the right to feel safe, respected, and supported, and every tutor has the right to teach without disruption.
This policy sets out the expectations of behaviour for all students, the responsibilities of parents/guardians, and the procedures followed when behaviour falls below expectations.
2. Aims
- To provide a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all students and staff.
- To set clear and consistent expectations of conduct.
- To encourage self-discipline, responsibility, and positive behaviour choices.
- To ensure that inappropriate behaviour is dealt with promptly, fairly, and consistently.
3. Student Code of Conduct
Students at The Tuition College are expected to:
- Arrive punctually, at least 10 minutes before their lesson starts.
- Attend regularly and consistently.
- Come prepared with all required equipment (pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, notebook, calculator if needed).
- Complete all homework and assignments to the best of their ability.
- Listen respectfully to tutors and peers, without interrupting or disrupting lessons.
- Use polite, respectful, and appropriate language at all times.
- Treat all students, staff, and property with respect.
- Refrain from all forms of bullying, harassment, or discrimination (see Anti-Bullying Policy).
- Use mobile phones and digital devices responsibly (in line with the E-Safety Policy).
- Remain in designated areas during lessons and breaks, ensuring the safety and security of the College.
4. Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
Parents and guardians are expected to:
- Support The Tuition College in promoting positive behaviour.
- Reinforce rules and expectations with their child at home.
- Ensure their child attends lessons punctually and prepared.
- Inform the College of any issues at home or school that may affect behaviour.
- Treat staff and tutors with courtesy and respect.
5. Positive Behaviour Management
At The Tuition College, we promote positive behaviour through:
- Praise and recognition for effort and achievement.
- Regular communication with parents about progress.
- Encouragement of self-motivation and responsibility.
- Supportive interventions where behaviour is of concern.
6. Managing Inappropriate Behaviour
When behaviour falls below expectations, staff will:
- Remind the student of the rule and expectation.
- Warn the student if behaviour continues.
- Record the behaviour in the Behaviour Log if it persists.
- Inform parents/guardians if behaviour does not improve or is repeated.
- Apply appropriate sanctions, which may include:
- Verbal warning.
- Time out of lesson.
- Meeting with parents.
- Behaviour contract/monitoring.
- Suspension or permanent removal from the College (in serious cases).
7. Serious Breaches of Conduct
The following behaviours are considered serious breaches and may lead to immediate suspension or removal:
- Physical violence or aggression.
- Threatening, abusive, or discriminatory language.
- Bullying or harassment (in person or online).
- Damage to property.
- Refusal to follow reasonable instructions from staff.
8. Recording & Monitoring
- All significant behaviour incidents will be logged in the Behaviour Log.
- The DSL/Manager will review logs regularly to identify patterns and ensure consistency.
- Where safeguarding concerns arise, the Safeguarding Policy will be followed.
9. Review
This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if required. Updates will be shared with staff, parents, and students.