Student Code of Conduct

General Conduct

  1. The conduct of the students in the passages, hallways, classrooms, playground, parking area or any area within the school boundaries or facility under school attendance, must be always orderly and no screaming will be allowed.

  2. No loitering outside school buildings will be allowed. 

  3. No littering 

  4. Boys and girls wear no jewellery, except small sleepers or small studs for girls. Other jewellery will be confiscated and only returned at the end of each term.

  5. No nail varnish may be worn. Nails must be short.

  6. Only acceptable hairstyles will be allowed. Girls with hair extensions should tie their hair. No unnatural hair colouring, dreadlocks, hair hanging in face or spikes allowed. 

  7. Boys, who have a beard/moustache, must shave regularly. The moment a beard/moustache are visible, the boy must shave. A boy with a beard/moustache, will not be allowed on School premises.

  8. No bunking of school/classes will be allowed. 

  9. No alcohol, drugs, gambling or selling of goods will be allowed on the school premises.

  10. Impress on your children that the facilities that are being placed at their disposal must be treated with respect. 

  11. Toilets must be left in a clean condition. They may not kick or damage doors, walls, desks, chairs, or any other property on the school ground. If these are damaged, they will have to be replaced or repaired at the cost of the guilty student’s parents. 

  12. Teachers and staff are to be always treated with respect. 

  13. Students will not be allowed to borrow from staff or students, as this leads to problems.

Attendance

  1. Students must be on time for classes, no excuses will be accepted. Students, who are late for classes, will be reported to the office. Parents will be notified of continued absence. Please arrange with the transport people so that your child arrives at school before the first bell (07:20). It is very disturbing for the class and teacher when students arrive late. A lot of time is wasted because of late coming.

  2. The gates of the school are locked promptly at 07:20 and are kept locked throughout the remainder of the day. This is to ensure the safety of the pupils and staff alike. Visitors to the school must please report to the office at the High school. For any late coming the school must be called in advance to allow student on grounds. Late comers will not be allowed on to grounds because it is a security risk for rest of students. Parents must make sure students are on time.

  3. Doctor and dentist’s appointments etc. must be AFTER school hours. Students will NOT be given permission to leave the school hours except in case of emergencies or for humanitarian reasons. Please arrange with the principal beforehand.

  4. If a student is absent from school a doctor’s certificate and/or letter from his/her parents/guardians/sponsors must be presented to his/her class teacher on his/her return to school. 

  5. Permission to leave the school premises may only be obtained from the principal. A signed permission note will be given to the student. All students must be signed out at the office.

  6. Students will not be called to the telephone. Only VERY URGENT messages may be left with the secretary to pass on to students. 

  7. Students will not be called out of classes for visitors etc.

  8. Parents are responsible for the arrangement of transport, and on time collection of children after school. The school should be notified regarding any special transport arrangements.

Study periods and extra classes

  1. These periods are to be used for study or homework, not for recreational purposes. 

  2. Extra classes are compulsory, and students will not be excused.

Academic Performance

  1. Self-study is essential. Students must discipline themselves and draw up their own, study timetable for exams and tests. The school advises students to study daily. 

  2. Homework must be done regularly as it is to the student’s benefit.

  3. Parents, sponsors and guardians are encouraged to take an interest in the student’s studies.

  4. It is not the sole responsibility of the school to get a student to pass, but rather a continued effort of parents, school, and students. 

  5. Students must remember that they are here to secure their future, and to achieve this they must work continuously throughout the year.

  6. The school will do all in its power to provide your child with a good education. Reports will be sent to you on a regular basis and parent’s days will be held at least once a term. Parents must please attend these meetings. 

Stationary

When your child comes to school, please ensure that he/she has the necessary stationary, tablet, and textbooks (where applicable) as shown on the list handed to you. Classes are delayed if students do not have the necessary equipment. 

  1. Stationary lists for the following year will be sent out at the end of September of each year.

Strict Disciplinary Rules

  1. Students using alcohol or drugs on school premises or at school functions will be expelled from school immediately.

  2. STUDENTS INVOLVED IN CRIMINAL CASES will be suspended from school until proven not guilty in court. During suspension the school will not be responsible for these students.

  3.  A student causing any serious trouble (fighting, hitting, or kicking) will be expelled.

  4. Students who are guilty of stealing things at school from teachers, fellow students or school property will be dealt with immediately and can be suspended, or if found guilty by the Disciplinary Committee, be expelled from school. 

  5. If Pornographic material is found on a student (cell phone/tablet/pictures) the student will be expelled with immediate effect.

  6. Any student that hack or access the schools WIFI network and systems that’s not authorised, will be expelled immediately.

School rules for all students

  1. All classes must be attended. 

  2. All extra classes are compulsory 

  3. A doctor’s letter is necessary for any absence from school. 

  4. School fees must be kept up to date. 

  5. Books must be brought to school every day. 

  6. Homework must be completed daily. 

  7. All tests and exams must be written. If a student is absent for a test, it is his/her responsibility to produce a doctor’s certificate and to arrange another date for the test with the teacher.

  8. Students may be asked to leave the school should they continually disobey school rules or act disrespectfully towards teachers. A high rate of absenteeism can also lead to a student being asked to leave.

PUNCTUALITY

One of the fundamental principles in Education is without doubt, self-discipline. Bearing this in mind we realise how important punctuality is to students and teachers alike. Many valuable hours are lost in this way.

  • Students must be on time for school and extra-mural activities. All classes are to be attended punctually.
  • No appointments, whatsoever, should be made during school hours.
  • No students will be called out of classes.
  • Sick students are to stay at home and return with valid doctor’s certificates.
  • Permission to leave the school premises may only be obtained from the Principal, who will supply the student with a signed permission letter.
  • Parents are to be notified of continuous transgressions in this regard.

MAINTAINING DISCIPLINE

  • The primary factor dictating the behaviour of students is that they should at all times be committed to their responsibility of learning at school. This implies that their behaviour has to be disciplined and tolerant of one another, the teachers and the environment.
  • The authority of parents to play an active role in helping with the discipline of their children is recognized.
  • Students accept the disciplinary code for students of Pretium Private Schools.

RESPECT

Self-respect is of paramount importance in the school environment.

A student has to show respect towards his/her Creator, parents, each other and his/her teachers.

It is only through the recognition of the worthiness, dignity and equality of each person that this fundamental democratic principle can be achieved. We have to recognise that all forms of bias especially racial, ethnic and gender are dehumanising.

A Pretium Private School’s student respects:

  • The school (property and environment);
  • His/her school rules;
  • Teachers;
  • Prefects;
  • Other students;
  • Wearing his/her school uniform with pride;
  • Academic books;
  • Other people’s belongings;
  • TIME, PUNCTUALITY;
  • The culture of respect for learning

BEHAVIOUR

Students must at all times be committed to their responsibility of learning at school. This implies that their behaviour has to constitute a disciplined and tolerant manner of dealing with each other, with the teachers as well as the environment.

Any person who:

  • acts disrespectfully or disruptively;
  • talks while another person or teacher is busy explaining something in a class or group;
  • speaking of negative things about the school or other human beings
  • does not obey school rules (or code of conduct);
  • does not respect time, thus does not arrive at school well in time for the school day;
  • brings weapons or may endanger the safety of others;
  • brings, consumes or distributes drugs or alcohol on school property;

Is behaving in a manner that is not acceptable

Such a person shall be liable to:

  • Negative points on the Achiever list of the school
  • Appear before the school disciplinary committee
  • Be suspended from school

Dealing with the infringements must always be governed by the following fundamental principles:

  • Due process
  • The disciplinary process must be fair, just, corrective and educational

LATE COMERS

Students must be in time for school and all other school functions.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

All students are expected to commit themselves to their schoolwork with enthusiasm and dedication.