Code of Conduct

The students at Wakefield Independent School are well disciplined. They take personal responsibility for their own behaviour and are therefore a credit to the school. We believe strongly that this should remain the situation. We ask parents to support us fully in all aspects of discipline.

Discipline within the school is firm and friendly, based upon respect. We believe that children will respond to a positive approach of encouragement, praise and rewards. Great importance is attached to high standards of conduct and the formation of good character. Students are expected to respect their own property and that of other people.

All rewards and sanctions will be in adherence with the school's Code of Conduct.

Rewards and Sanctions
Celebrating success is essential and students are encouraged to work towards achieving the rewards available for effort, academic progress, personal achievement and consideration for others' needs. A merit system operates throughout the school to support this. Where difficulties arise there is a sanction procedure with which all students are familiar.

A whole School Code of Conduct is available on request and will be issued to all new students and parents.

Child Protection
Children really do come first at Wakefield Independent School, we therefore have a stringent Child Protection Policy, which falls in line with all current Safeguarding legislation. Copies of the document can be seen in the 'Policies' section and at the school.

First Aid
If your child is unwell at school we have fully trained First Aiders on duty throughout the day. When deemed necessary you will be contacted so that arrangements can be made for them to go home. We ask parents to provide the school with some basic details relating to their son/daughter's medical background in confidence, so that we can ensure that their needs are met.

Uniform
School uniform is an essential part of the ethos of the school. A superb appearance enhances positive attitudes, high personal standards and a sense of personal pride. Our students are commended for their appearance within the community.

It is considered that, as part of the student's uniform, they always have the correct equipment with them for the day in a bag suitable for the purpose.

All sport uniform items are available from the Uniform Shop here at School.

A full list of the items of uniform required is available at school and is provided to all new parents.

Hair, jewellery and make-up
The girls may wear one pair of small ear rings. In addition, all students from Year 7 upwards may wear one plain ring and a cross and chain. In addition a wristwatch may be worn. Watches must be named. No other items of jewellery may be worn.

Girls wearing their hair below shoulder length should wear their hair tied back with plain black or navy blue hair tie and clips. Extreme hairstyles are not permitted.

Make up is not permitted throughout the school.