Cases of non- compliance to the school dress code

The clear expectation is that every child complies with our agreed dress code.

A. The school should be forewarned if, in the event of an unforeseen crisis, a parent has to send the child to school dressed inappropriately. Arrangements to rapidly remedy the situation must be confirmed with the head teacher.

B.In the absence of an explanation or agreement parents will be sent a letter seeking clarification and expressing our concern.

C. If in the absence of an agreement a child should continue to be sent to school inappropriately dressed, parents will be contacted and asked to collect their child from school. The child must return to school at earliest possible time appropriately dressed.

Requirements for All Children:

Overcoat - dark in line with school colours

Trousers - dark grey or black - must be tailored (not leggings, jeans, cords)

Jumper - Navy v neck jumper plain or with school motif (KS2/3 children)

Shirt - white shirt/blouse with school tie (for KS2/3 children)

Sweatshirt - sweatshirt with school motif (for KS1 children)

Polo shirt - with school motif (for KS1 children)

Shoes - brown/black that allow freedom of movement

or blue/brown/black sandals in summer (no trainers)

Socks - white/grey/navy socks

PE kit - navy/black PE shorts

white t-shirt (available from school)

plimsolls in PE bag (outside PE - trainers/plimsolls)

indoor PE - bare foot (if foot injury or infection and child

needs padding they can wear plimsolls - no trainers indoors)

Track suit for cold weather

Boys - Swimming trunks (not shorts) and hat

Girls - One-piece swimming costume and hat

Jewellery No jewellery except one pair of stud ear-rings (not sleepers)

and watches (not to be worn in PE/games lessons)

Options For Girls

In addition to the above girls may wear:

Tights - navy/grey/black

Blouse - white blouse with revered collar

Skirt - navy tunic or skirt of reasonable/modest length

Dress - blue check/stripe dress in summer

Shoes - white/navy sandals in summer, blue shoes (not sling backs).

School Rules

All visitors (including parents) to the school are expected to report to the School Office. Parents are always welcome. Parents wishing to meet a class teacher may make an appointment to do so.

At St. Mary's we feel that good behaviour is the foundation for successful teaching and learning. We also believe that it is the responsibility of all the members of the school community to manage pupil behaviour. High standards of behaviour are expected from pupils at all times. For our part, we will foster self-discipline by helping our pupils understand and work within the boundaries of the school's 'Policy for the Promotion of

Good Behaviour.'

Our aims are to:

v Nurture our children's innate affection and sensitivity

v Promote their self -esteem

v Develop their self -control and responsibility towards others

v Encourage care of our environment and facilities

v Nurture their abilities to work and play co-operatively.

Our children are expected to:

1. Treat all persons and property with respect

2. Always behave in a polite, courteous and responsible manner

3. Walk around the school in an orderly and quiet manner

4. Be in the playground at 8.50 a.m.

5. Stand in silence when the bell rings at the end of each play

6. To observe our uniform code

At all times, we seek to encourage, recognise and celebrate good behaviour and achievement. We have a system of rewards based on a house point system. Children's work will be regularly displayed and celebrated.

Our children are expected to resolve all disputes or differences constructively. We have devised the following three-step approach to assist them

If I am called a name or insulted I will:

Step One - tell them I do not like it and ask them to please stop.

(There can be no confusion that it was just a joke)

Step Two - I will warn them that I will tell an adult if they do not stop.

(They are given two opportunities to stop)

Step Three - I will tell an adult. (I will be supported and I do not need to retaliate)

I will always be positive and polite.

The use of physical aggression is totally unacceptable. Bullying (the systematic pattern of physical or verbal intimidation) is regarded as a serious breach of discipline and will not be tolerated. Allegations will be thoroughly investigated. If confirmed, parents will be contacted and future conduct will be closely monitored.