School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)
School-Wide Classroom Routines
School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) is an evidence-based school improvement approach that creates a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. It focuses on teaching and reinforcing positive behaviours while providing targeted assistance to students who may need extra support, leading to a more successful and inclusive learning community.
Since the beginning of the year, the College has focused in implementing the following routines. In doing so we are creating a structured and predictable environment when students know what is expected of them, minimising disruptions during transitions and instructional time. This consistency helps students develop self-discipline, responsibility, and respect for themselves and others. Consistent implementation ensures all students receive support to maximise behavioural, wellbeing, and academic growth.
EMC SWPBS routines include:
- Students Lining Up: promotes a safe and orderly beginning to lessons where staff can set up the classroom and welcome students.
- Standing behind desks at beginning: creates a clear start to the lesson, minimises distractions, and maximises initial focus on learning intentions.
- Consistent Classroom Layout: each classroom where possible has the same table set up designed to support positive learning habits, teacher instruction, and reduce distractions.
- Dismissal from Desks: students wait at their desks for the teacher to dismiss class, ensuring learning focus for the whole session and a clear conclusion of the learning, and a safe and orderly exit.
All of the above routines will support students to meet our 5 EMC Expectations for Learning:
- We arrive on time with the correct materials.
- We follow all staff instructions.
- We are positive and active participants in learning.
- We support and respect staff, students, and the environment.
- We celebrate the strengths and achievements of ourselves and others.
SWPBS strategies contribute to a safe, organised, and positive learning environment where students have a sense of safety and belonging, and can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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