Thames Park Secondary School, part of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust, follows values of equality, fairness, responsibility, and caring for others. The school’s Expectations Policy is designed to help students feel safe, supported, and motivated to do their best in school. This policy outlines how everyone in the school community—students, staff, parents, and governors—should behave and support one another.
Key Aims
The policy focuses on:
- Creating a safe and respectful environment.
- Teaching positive behaviour.
- Helping students manage emotions.
- Supporting students who struggle with behaviour or friendships.
- Using a fair, calm, and relationship-based approach to discipline.
Roles and Responsibilities
Students:
Students are expected to:
- Follow school rules and behave respectfully.
- Participate in class and school activities responsibly.
- Be positive members of the school community.
Staff:
Teachers and support staff are expected to:
- Have high expectations of students.
- Use calm and consistent strategies to manage behaviour.
- Support students with emotional and behavioural needs.
- Reward good behaviour fairly.
Parents and Carers:
Parents should:
- Ensure their child attends school regularly and on time.
- Support school rules and behaviour policies.
- Communicate respectfully with staff.
- Avoid sharing school concerns on social media.
Governors:
Governors help set behaviour guidelines, support staff, and monitor how well the policy works.
Expected Behaviour
Students should:
- Be respectful and attentive in class.
- Work well alone and in groups.
- Follow rules during lunch, assemblies, trips, and when dealing with visitors.
- Take care of school property and keep the environment clean.
Behaviour Management
The school uses a three-step system in classrooms:
- Positive Reminder (PR1) – verbal warning.
- Positive Relocation (PR2) – move the student to another seat.
- Positive Removal (PR3) – move the student to another room or reflection space.
For serious or repeated issues, students may be placed on report or referred to the Head of Year, with possible involvement from senior staff, parents, or governors.
Rewards
Students are rewarded through:
- House points (leading to Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum awards).
- Weekly praise for good attendance, punctuality, and conduct.
- Recognition through certificates, trips, and other prizes.
Sanctions and Detentions
Detentions range from 20 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the behaviour. Repeated issues may lead to isolation, reflection room placement, or suspension.
Dealing with Serious Incidents
Serious misconduct like bullying, racism, fighting, drug use, or defiance may lead to fixed-term suspension or permanent exclusion. Staff use restorative conversations to help students learn from mistakes.
Other Key Points
- Bullying and racism are not tolerated.
- Social media misuse can lead to suspension or exclusion.
- Vaping, smoking, and drugs are banned and could result in exclusion.
- Mobile phones must not be seen or heard during school hours.
- Uniform must be worn properly and consistently.
- Reflection Room is used to support students who need to reflect on their actions.
Thames Park Secondary School believes in building a respectful, caring, and structured environment where all students can succeed. The Expectations Policy ensures everyone understands their role in maintaining high standards. With cooperation from students, staff, and parents, the school can provide a safe and positive place to learn and grow.
