1. Sandymoor School Information for Parents
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

2. Excellence in all we do
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

3. A ‘learner led’ behaviour system
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

4. PRIDE P R I D E Instil into Sandymoor Punctuality and attendance
Respect yourself and others
Individual responsibility
Dress to impress
Excellence in every lesson R I D E
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

5. Punctuality and attendance
New policy and procedures – appointment of Attendance Manager – Training to EWO level
New way of presenting data – analysed by key middle leaders and senior leaders – leading to timely intervention/support strategies
Excellent punctuality to school and lessons supported by all staff throughout the day
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

6. You’ve got to be ‘in it to win it’
Attendance needs to be AT LEAST
95% or above for the whole school year.
PA = 90% EWO government (+10%)
Arrive in form for 8.45am
Exceptional leave of absence guidance available

7. Respect Learner led behaviour for learning with new software (IRIS)
Anti-bullying ambassadors (further training)
SHARP system introduced for the website
High profile Anti-bullying week in November
Pupil voice activities
Rewards system called EPRAISE introduced
Sharing good news stories via Twitter
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

8. Bullying is rare but it is NOT tolerated…of any kind
We all must report any incidents of suspected
bullying immediately to a member of staff
Just to remind you that you can report bullying in many ways:-
SHARP system on website
Talk to a member of staff
Ambassadors
Anti-bullying week November

9. ‘Expectations’ rather
than rules
Behaviour we expect from our students is respectful and polite.
Students are given clear choices at all times.
Our community is an extension of our school and we treat it as such.

10. Individual responsibility
Awareness of their own approach to learning with the introduction of bronze, silver and gold learners leading to ‘Sandymoor Champions’
Use of IRIS/EPRAISE to improve communication throughout the school and with parents
Empowering staff to develop positive behaviour for learning strategies and follow up individually and in newly led year teams
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

11. Sandymoor Champions Be on time Be ready to learn Be engaged
Active listening
All electronic equipment used appropriately
Looking smart
Outstanding work in every lesson
Embraces our positive ethos

12. Dress to impress Expectations of high standards of uniform
Boxes for each year team including nail varnish remover, make up remover wipes, envelopes for jewellery
Uniform slips to evidence parental contact
Clear expectations shared with parents/carers and pupils
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

13. Be smart – Be ready to learn
Nose studs or any additional piercings are not allowed and students will be asked to remove them
No make-up will be accepted.
Plain hair accessories in black are acceptable.
No patterns, tramlines or extreme hairstyles are permitted.
Top buttons on shirts should be fastened and worn with a tie of appropriate length to the waist band.  Shirts tucked in at all times.
No nail varnish – natural nails only (including no artificial nails)
Plain black formal shoes that will take a polish
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

14. epraise – For pupils Their own home page.
Shows all of their accolades and rewards (including their invites and the shop)
A personal statement page which they build over the years.
Homework planner populated by them and staff, including marks and feedback
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

15. For parents
Your own home page. HW set / due date overview HW and CW marking overviews with Y or N (we can share more detail too) Points / Accolades Sign children up to clubs Can view their personal page with hobbies/interests etc.

16. Help is available this evening
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson

17. It works both ways…
Our commitment to our students and our parents is extremely important to us. Parental support is key to maximising the opportunities for our students. Please let us know if there is anything we can help you with.

18. Excellence in all we do
"Committed to excellence in all we do, we take responsibility for our actions" Mrs Simpson