To establish a safe and effective learning environment.

To determine and expect appropriate behavior from their students.

To receive help from administrators and parents when needed.

Students in the classroom have the following rights:

To have teachers provide positive support for appropriate behavior.

To have teachers help them modify their inappropriate behavior.

To understand the consequences that will follow their choices.

To work and interact in a safe, positive learning environment.

The code of Conduct for Students at Oberon South Primary School has been formulated within and is consistent with Department of Education, Employment and Training guidelines and regulations as set out in the Student Code of Conduct handbook 1994

The underlying purpose of the Oberon South Student Code of Conduct is to provide a behaviour modelt at will develop and enhance the school's values and practice of COOPERATION, COURTESY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY.

The school community believes that all children have the right to interact and develop in a safe and supportive environment. Our Code of Conduct is based on the right of each child to be treated as an individual. Positive reinforcement of appropriate behaviour underpins our school ethos.

The school's assertive discipline policy is designed to reduce the inappropriate behaviour that occurs in our school environment. An important part of this policy is the disapproval of the behaviour, not the child. The focus upon the negative impact that inappropriate behaviour has upon others is the key to this program achieving its aims.

The policy is also designed to include Restorative Practices. Students are more likely to make positive behavioural changes and be cooperative and productive when those in positions of authority do things with them rather than to them.

The aim is to:

  Engage students in meaningful dialogue in an effort to repair the harm they have done and provide concrete lessons about social responsibility.

  Assist students to be thoughtful and reflective about their behaviours

  Provide meaningful ways for students to develop self-discipline and “own” their behaviour.