Wellbeing
Kim Weissenburger, Assistant Principal
Danielle Wadley, Disability and Inclusion Leading Teacher
Celebrating Positive Behaviour Through Class Dojo
At Skye Primary School, our positive behaviour acknowledgement system, Class Dojo, is directly linked to our School-Wide Expected Behaviours. Dojo points are not given randomly. They are awarded when students demonstrate one of our explicitly taught expected behaviours in action, whether that’s listening attentively, showing persistence, supporting a classmate, or following instructions straight away.
Why do we publicly acknowledge positive behaviour?
Research consistently shows that when positive behaviour is recognised and reinforced, it is more likely to be repeated. Public acknowledgement:
- Reinforces exactly what the expected behaviour looks like
- Builds student motivation and confidence
- Encourages others in the classroom to model the same behaviour
- Helps create a positive, predictable learning environment
When a student earns a Dojo point, it doesn’t just impact them, it positively influences the whole class. Students begin to notice and value the behaviours that help everyone learn and feel safe.
How does the system work?
Students accumulate points that contribute toward Bronze, Silver and Gold status. They then 'redeem' their points for a reward of their choice. These milestones are designed to:
- Encourage consistency over time
- Celebrate effort and growth
- Reinforce our shared behavioural expectations
Importantly, this system aligns with our whole-school approach where social and emotional skills are explicitly taught, modelled and reinforced, just like academic skills.
Stay Connected
We encourage all families to enrol in your child’s Class Dojo class so you can receive updates when your child earns points. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate positive choices at home and continue the conversation about our school values.
If you need support accessing Class Dojo, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
Together, by recognising and reinforcing positive behaviours, we strengthen the respectful, responsible, resilient and connected culture we are proud of at Skye PS.