Promoting Positive Behaviour
Children’s Rights as outlined in the UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the
Child) are fundamental to a good school ethos. Adults in our school will work with children
to ensure they are aware of their rights and fully respect the rights of others. Therefore, the
approach within St. Teresa’s Primary School is to build a positive ethos that demonstrates
care and respect for all. Parents are asked to accept a greater responsibility to ensure that the
attitudes of their children do not disrupt the education of the other pupils either in the school,
the classroom or during activities out with the classroom.
Positive behaviour is recognised and celebrated. To encourage and reward the children for
their efforts Golden Time activities are used. Successful Star Pupil and Class of the Week
initiatives have been developed.
At the end of the school year a Caring Pupil Award is presented to the Primary 7 pupil who
has shown the most caring and thoughtful attitude towards others throughout their time in our
school. We also have a Reach for the Stars award, which is presented to the pupil in the school who has shown improvement and achievement in any aspect of their development.
The highest standards of behaviour are expected of pupils at all times. Where this is not the
case, a variety of sanctions are used. Parents are asked to co-operate with the school in
encouraging a sense of responsibility and good behaviour in their children.