Dundonald High School

We expect and achieve high standards of behaviour from our pupils. Teachers recognise the importance of encouragement, praise and rewarding good work and behaviour.

In attempting to achieve our aims we recognise the importance of encouragement and praise and, as a staff, we seek to reward the efforts of pupils through the use of:

• Words of encouragement - both oral and written.
• Classroom merit systems and displays of good work.
• Referral to more senior members of staff for commendation.
• Public praise in front of classes, year groups or the whole school.
• Public acknowledgement through presentations at assembly.
• The award of positions of responsibility or opportunity to represent the school.
• The school report system to comment on behaviour and on involvement in school activities as well as academic success.
• Prizes which reflect achievement, progress and good attendance.
• Certificates to celebrate work, progress and services to the school.
• School outings for pupils who uphold the Code of Discipline.
• Mention on the school web site.

The Positive Behaviour Programme runs in conjunction with the Rewards Scheme. Pupils can earn points through good behaviour and a positive attitude to work. Pupils who achieve the target number of points qualify for the rewards.