Our Expectations: The Code of Behaviour

Our Expectations: The Code of Behaviour Our Expectations: The Code of Behaviour

This Code of Behaviour is printed in each girl’s homework diary. It has been drawn up to ensure the smooth running of our School and to promote consideration for others in the School and in the community.

At Queen’s Gate

• We expect high standards of behaviour at all times both in the classroom and outside. • We aim to create a community where consideration and respect are shown to all its members and their property. • Good manners and politeness are expected in all situations.

In the Classroom

• You should arrive punctually at each lesson with the correct equipment. • When a member of staff or visitor enters a classroom, you should stand up until he/she has addressed you – you should reply accordingly before sitting down. • You should get on with your work quietly and sensibly in lessons. You should never talk when staff are talking and should put your hand up to ask or answer a question. • Classroom furniture and equipment should be treated with respect and should not be moved without staff permission.

Outside the Classroom

• You should walk on the left in corridors and on the stairs and allow others to pass you.

You must not create so much noise that it will disturb others. You must take care when examinations take place and obey any

‘Silence’ and ‘No Entry’ notices. • When moving between the school buildings, you need to walk swiftly (without running) and watch out for traffic when crossing roads. • On the pavements you should show courtesy to members of the public; remember that a crowd of young people can be intimidating. You should also refrain from eating and drinking whilst walking near the School.

Personal Property

• Never open another person’s desk or bag, or interfere with anyone else’s property. If you leave property (coats, bags etc.) unattended, it is at your own risk. • Outdoor clothes should be hung on pegs in the Form Room or kept in lockers. Bags should always be in lockers. • Money and valuables must be locked in your locker or given into the School

Secretary’s office for safe-keeping. • Understand that the permitted use of mobile phones and other personal electronic devices for Sixth Formers is a privilege accompanied by the expectation of responsible use.

Mobile phones and other personal electronic devices must only be used in the

Sixth Form area and should never be brought to lessons or private study periods in the Library, Library Annexe or Extension. • You may not bring your own laptop, netbook or iPad into lessons unless you have permission from a teacher.

Environment

• Help to keep the School tidy; this includes classrooms, corridors, labs and other areas, as well as your Form Room. • Graffiti on furniture, etc. is not permitted and is considered a serious offence. • Eating is not permitted in the corridors or on the stairs and drinks should not be carried around the School. • Always leave the bathrooms as you would like to find them. • Chewing gum is not permitted in School or when representing the School at any event. • Help the School to recycle paper and other materials.