Behaviour

At St Breward School we are always striving to create a positive and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive. As part of our commitment to improving behaviour and ensuring consistency across the school, we are introducing a new behaviour system based on the Paul Dix relational approach to behaviour. To make behaviours clear, we define them as as red, amber, and green.

Green Behaviours

Green behaviours are the positive actions we expect all pupils to demonstrate regularly. These behaviours contribute to a calm, respectful, and productive learning environment and help children build positive relationships with their peers and teachers.

Some examples of green behaviours include:

- Following instructions promptly and respectfully.

- Listening carefully and taking turns to speak.

- Helping others and working well in groups.

- Staying on task and completing work to the best of their ability.

- Using kind words and actions towards classmates.

How we respond:

Green behaviours will be encouraged and celebrated! Pupils who consistently demonstrate green behaviours will receive praise, rewards such as house points or certificates, and recognition in class or during assemblies. We believe in focusing on and reinforcing positive behaviour to help it grow.

Amber Behaviours

Amber behaviours are low-level disruptions that, while not serious, interrupt the flow of learning or distract others. These behaviours need to be addressed before they escalate into bigger issues.

Examples of amber behaviours include:

- Calling out in class instead of raising a hand.

- Distracting others by chatting during lessons.

- Not staying on task or ignoring instructions the first time.

- Getting out of their seat or moving around the classroom unnecessarily.

- Playing with objects inappropriately (e.g., scribbling on desks or putting glue on chairs).

How we respond:

Teachers will address amber behaviours using gentle reminders verbally or with a hand signal. Our aim is to help pupils recognise when their behaviour is disrupting the class and give them a chance to correct it. If amber behaviours persist, it may result in a loss of privileges (such as missing part of break time) or time out of class.

Red Behaviours

Red behaviours are serious incidents that pose a risk to the safety, wellbeing, or learning of others. These behaviours require immediate action and may result in more significant consequences.

Examples of red behaviours include:

- Physical aggression or fighting.

- Bullying or intentionally hurting another child, either verbally or physically.

- Leaving the classroom or school grounds without permission.

- Swearing, shouting, or using threatening language.

- Deliberately damaging school property.

How we respond:

Red behaviours will be dealt with immediately and seriously. Depending on the severity of the behaviour, consequences may include time out of the classroom, meetings with parents, or more formal disciplinary actions. We also focus on restorative conversations to help pupils understand the impact of their behaviour and make amends.

How can parents help?

How Parents Can Support

We know that successful behaviour management depends on a strong partnership between home and school. Here are some ways you can support your child and help reinforce the importance of positive behaviour:

Talk to your child about the importance of green behaviours and praise them when they demonstrate these at home.
Discuss amber behaviours. Help your child understand the importance of staying on task and not distracting others. Encourage them to recognise when they might be engaging in amber behaviours and remind them to correct their actions.
Address red behaviours seriously: If a red behaviour incident occurs, work with us to reinforce the importance of making better choices and engaging in restorative actions to repair any harm done.
Keep the communication open: If you have any concerns about your child’s behaviour or would like to discuss anything related to this new system, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or myself.