Donvale Primary School Behaviour Code

Responsibility

Understand the consequences of our own actions.
Respect the rights of others.
Be punctual and properly prepared for class.
Speak politely.
Treat all members of the school community with courtesy, respect and consideration.
Allow others to work and play without disruption.
Allow teachers to teach without disruption.
Take care of all property including our own, the school’s, and property that belongs to others.
Staying in the school grounds and only leaving with permission.
Staying out of the school building when a teacher is not present.
Playing safely and fairly with others.
Walking instead of running in covered and passive areas.
Play safely and sensibly on all play equipment.

Be considerate of others

Treating others with respect and compassion.
Thinking about and caring about other people’s feelings.
Being polite.
Keeping your hands to yourself.
Practising behaviours that will keep ourselves and others safe.

Help make Donvale Primary an attractive place to work and play in

Taking pride in how our school looks.
Caring for, and protecting our plants, trees and grounds.
Looking after our school buildings, furniture and equipment.
Using school equipment properly and returning it after use.

Be responsible for yourself and your property

Accepting responsibility for the way you behave (following the school rules).
Delivering and returning notices between home and school.
Taking care of your cleanliness and personal hygiene.
Wearing a school hat outdoors in terms one and four.
Leaving valuable items at home.
Only touching the property of others when we have the permission to do so.

Always represent our school with pride

Behaving in a safe, responsible and courteous manner when attending excursions, camps and travelling to and from school.
Following instructions of teachers, parents and children who are helping you.
Being polite and courteous to visitors.
Wearing correct school uniform each day.

I/We have read the Code of Conduct with my child/children. We understand and have discussed the school rules. We agree to support and abide by the Code.

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Donvale Primary School - International Students Handbook

Issue 1 · 19 Jun 2023

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