Student Wellbeing

Positive Behavior for Learning

Dear Parents and Carers,

Last year, a core group of staff members participated in professional learning focused on implementing a new Behaviour Management Program at St Margaret’s. This program, known as Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), is strongly supported by research and has been shown to improve student outcomes, enhance staff and student wellbeing, and reduce behavioural incidents. PBL uses evidence-based practices to promote positive behaviour and create safe, supportive learning environments for all students.

You may recall that late last year we invited parents to participate in selecting three new school values to replace our previous six. Staff and students were also involved in this process, and the values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience clearly stood out as the most strongly supported.

PBL focuses on promoting positive behaviour while ensuring consistency across students, teachers and other staff members. Clear expectations and behavioural boundaries will be explicitly taught at the beginning of each week and consistently reinforced throughout. We have also introduced our St Margaret’s Matrix which will be updated as needs arise. There is an example of our matrix at the bottom of this notice.

At the start of this term, our initial focus is on three key routines: Outside Play Areas, Morning Circle, and Toilet Routine. You may have noticed these routines displayed on the pinboard outside the undercover canteen area. The routines are also displayed in each classroom. These visuals are designed to support students by providing clarity and helping them understand our expectations so that everyone can feel safe and supported.

This marks the beginning of our PBL journey, and we will continue to keep you informed about new developments and updates as they occur. In the meantime, please feel free to stop by and read the routines displayed on our school pinboard, which will be updated regularly.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

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Sun Smart Policy

A reminder that, in line with government regulations, all students are now required to wear their St Margaret’s School hat during recess, lunch and any other outdoor activities. 

Please ensure your child is wearing the correct school hat (not a beanie), as we move into the warmer months. Be sure to check the hat is clearly labelled with your child’s name. Thank you for your support in keeping our students sun safe and sun smart!

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