Code of Behaviour

For

Gaelscoil An Eiscir Riada

Our code of discipline and behaviour is a continuous work in progress having been
reviewed and changed a number of times to reflect social changes and meet different
needs as they arise. It was reviewed by a subcommittee of the Board of Management.
The subcommittee comprised of two members of the Board of Management, two
parents from the Parents Association and two representatives of the teachers. The
policy was reviewed in accordance with the guidelines outlined in Developing a Code
of Behaviour: Guidelines for Schools issued by the National Educational Welfare
Board (An Bord Náisiúnta Leasa Oideachais). The Board of Management was
informed by the views of the review committee when devising this Code of Discipline
and Behaviour.

Introduction:
Rationale:
The school has a central role in the children’s social and moral development just as it
does in their academic development. Children bring to school a wide variety of
behaviour. As a community environment, in school we must work towards standards
of behaviour based on the basic principles of honesty, respect, courtesy, fairness,
tolerance, compassion, consideration and responsibility. It follows that acceptable
standards of behaviour are those reflected in these principles. Our policy is based on
the respect for the student, teacher and school community relationship and for school
property.
The attitude of teaching staff will have a critical bearing on how successful the policy
is likely to be. Staff shall consider themselves responsible at all times for behaviour
of children within sight or sound of them and shall respond promptly, fairly and
firmly to any incident of unacceptable behaviour.
A positive working ethos trí mheán na Gaeilge is promoted in our school. As this is a
Gaelscoil it is essential that all those in the school community make an effort to use as
much Gaeilge/Irish as possible. An effort to use as much Gaeilge as possible is a
major factor in promoting and maintaining high standards of behaviour and discipline
as well as standards of Gaeilge in the school. There is a strong sense of community
within our school and a strong level of co-operation among teaching staff, pupils,
parents, the Parents Association and the Board of Management. In devising the code,
consideration has been given to the particular needs and circumstances of the school.
Children need limits set for them to feel secure and to develop their skills for
cooperation. Therefore any rules should be age appropriate, with clear agreed
consequences.
Parents can co-operate with the school by encouraging their children to understand the
need for school rules, by visiting the school and by talking to the members of staff.

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Ethos
We are a Roman Catholic, all-Irish school under the patronage of the Bishop of
Meath, the Most Reverend Bishop Michael Smith. The school provides religious
education throughout the children’s school life in accordance with the doctrines,
practices and tradition of the Roman Catholic Church and promotes the formation of
the pupils in the Catholic faith. Pupils participate in prayer throughout the school day
and are prepared for the Sacraments of First Confession, First Holy Communion and
Confirmation.
Gaelscoil an Eiscir Riada is an Irish medium school (all-Irish school). This means
that Irish is the language of communication in the school. All subjects are taught
through Irish. Irish will always be spoken in school, on school trips, in the school
playground, in the staff room and in all school related activities
One of the objectives of the school is to achieve fluency in the Irish language among
children at an early age. But the school is about much more than this - we are a
community, that wishes to promote the Irish language, Irish culture and heritage.
Irish language classes and other cultural events are organized to cultivate and promote
the Irish language as the cornerstone of school life. It is important that all parties
enjoy, share and understand the philosophy and vision of the school. We are
depending on our children to continue the Irish language into the next generation.
Mission Statement:
Our school promotes social, educational, spiritual, cultural and physical values whilst
recognising and embracing individuality.
We encourage self-respect and respect for others in a friendly secure and attractive
environment trí mheán na Gaeilge.

Code of Behaviour:
The code of behaviour aims to promote and build an environment in which:
 Irish/Gaeilge is the first language of pupils, teachers and staff in the school
 Each child is enabled to reach his/her academic, social, and personal potential
trí mheán na Gaeilge.
 There is positive learning that encourages and reinforces good behaviour
 self-esteem, equality, fairness and positive relationships are afforded to all
members of the school community
 A relationship of trust exists between teachers and the students
 A consistency of response to both positive and negative behaviour is evident
 A sense of responsibility, self-discipline and support of good behaviour
patterns based on consideration and respect for the rights of others is
developed in pupils
 the education and development of the child is facilitated
 Structures are in place to enable staff to deal with incidents of misbehaviour
and indiscipline that may arise so that teachers can teach without disruption
 The school’s expectations and strategies are widely known and understood
through availability of policies and an ethos of open communication
 The involvement of both home and school in the implementation of this policy
is encouraged
 The statutory obligation in Section 23 of the Education (Welfare) Act 2000
which obliges recognised schools to prepare, for the information of students
and their parents, a code of discipline and behaviour of students registered at
the school is conformed to

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The teachers and Board of Management of Gaelscoil an Eiscir Riada are committed to
the realisation of these aims. Parents of children in the school have similarly been
supportive of these objectives. The schools atmosphere and climate are created by the
actions and behaviour of everybody in the school community and the realisation of
the aims of the Code of Discipline and Behaviour is dependant on all members of the
community behaving in accordance with this Code.

Behaviour we support and encourage

1. Gaeilge/Irish
Children in Infant Classes are encouraged to speak Irish during class time, in the yard
and at school related events. It is the policy of this school that children from first
class onwards speak Irish at all times, during class, in the yard and at school related
events. Not making an effort to speak Gaeilge is unacceptable.

2. Respect and Courtesy:

Pupils are expected to treat other pupils, members of staff and visitors to the school
with respect and courtesy at all times. The use of any form of vulgarity or offensive
language by pupils, staff or adults on school grounds or at school related events is
unacceptable.

3. Punctuality:
Pupils must be on time for school each day and return to class punctually after breaks.
School opening/closing times:
9.20am-2pm for infants
9.20am -3pm for all other classes
No responsibility is accepted for pupils outside of these times, except in school related
activities. Those collecting children from school should always be punctual.
Lateness causes great anxiety especially for younger children.

4. Safety when entering and leaving school:

Children must walk when entering and leaving the school. Cyclists must dismount
and walk when entering and leaving the school grounds with their bicycle. Pupils
must walk when coming from the bus in the morning and when going towards the bus
in the evening. Parents are asked to park with due care, particularly in observing bus
drop off and collection points.

5. Attendance/Absences:
Under the Education (Welfare) Act 2000 all children must attend school regularly up
to the age of sixteen or at least complete three years in post primary education,
whichever comes later. As a parent you must let the school know if your child is
absent and the reason why. It is school policy that this must be given in writing.
Under the act the school must also inform the NEWB if a child is absent for 20 days
or more or where the absence gives rise to concern.
It is also school policy that if a child has to leave school or be away from school for
part of a day, a written note must be forwarded to the class teacher in the school. This
is to ensure as far as possible the safety of children throughout school hours. The
school keeps a list of people entering and leaving the school. A log book is provided
at the Fáiltiú/ Reception for parents/guardians to sign their children in and out.

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6. Illness:
Any infectious illness should be notified to the school immediately. Children should
return to school only when fully recovered. When a child is sick parents are
encouraged not to send their child to school. Medications will not be administered to a
child by staff until written agreement has been sought from the Board of
Management.

7. Personal Property:
Children must have their names as Gaeilge only on all personal property and
belongings such as school books, copies, coats, jumpers etc. The school is not
responsible or liable for loss of children’s property especially if it’s not clearly
labelled. Toys, money, swap cards and mobile phones are not allowed at school.

8. School Property:
Pupils must respect all school property and treat all school books and equipment with
care and pride. Parents will be held accountable for the cleaning, repair or
replacement of any school property or equipment wilfully damaged or vandalised by
their children.

9. School Environment:
Pupils must keep the school environment clean and litter free. Pupils are expected to
co-operate fully in any organised clean up activities.

Bullying and Intimidation of Others

This is always regarded as a serious offence. The school is committed to eliminating
all forms of bullying. Bullying will be deemed an example of serious or gross
misbehaviour. The school may insist that children who are bullying shall be brought
to school in the morning and collected each afternoon by their parents until the matter
is resolved. These children may have to brought home at lunchtime. Please refer to
the schools policy against bullying for guidelines and further information. This policy
is available in the Dialann Obair Bhaile/homework diary or from the school Principal.

Behaviour in Class
Gaeilge must be used at all times during the school day by pupils and staff, during
all activites and in all areas

1. At the beginning of each academic year, the class teacher will draft a list of
class rules with the children. These reflect and support the school rules but are
presented in a way that is accessible to the children. Class rules should be
kept to a minimum and are devised with regard to the health, safety and
welfare of all the members of the school community. They should where
possible emphasise positive behaviour (eg “Walk” and not “Don’t run”).
Rules will be applied in a fair and consistent manner, with due regard to the
age of the pupils and to individual difference. Where difficulties arise, parents
will be contacted at an early stage.

2. Pupils must have all books and materials or equipment required. Any person
with difficulty acquiring books/materials should speak to the teacher in order
to work out a solution.

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 3. All pupils are expected to work to the best of their ability. Written work must
be presented neatly. Please refer to the Homework Policy of Gaelscoil an
Eiscir Riada.

4. Self respect/respect and courtesy towards others are basic to classroom

behaviour. Disrespectful behaviour towards other pupils, teachers, members
of staff or towards any visitor is unacceptable.

5. Pupils must respect the rights of other pupils to learn. Any behaviour that
interferes with this right e.g. regular disruption of the class or persistent
disturbance of others is unacceptable behaviour. Pupils are expected to co-
operate fully with their teachers’ instruction as given so than an effective
education programme can be undertaken.

6. Uniforms
The school uniform, as agreed by all parties before the school opened in September
1993 and adopted by the Parents Association is as follows:
 A grey pinafore/skirt to the knee/trousers, a grey shirt/blouse, a petrol
coloured jumper/cardigan with school crest and a petrol coloured tie.
 During the summer months children may wear grey shorts, a grey polo
necked t-shirt and the petrol coloured tie.
 On PE days pupils must wear a plain non branded navy-blue tracksuit and
runners. A notice is placed in the Nuachtlitir when pupils are asked to
wear the tracksuit.
 Sensible (dark flat) shoes must be worn at all times. This policy will be
vigorously enforced by the teachers.
 If earrings are to be worn – they should be studs only (in the interests of
safety). No other jewellery apart from a watch is permitted.
 Make-up and nail varnish are forbidden as are mobile phones.
 Hair colouring and hair extensions are also prohibited.
Pupils are expected to wear the correct uniforms each day.
Parents are asked to adhere to this uniform and to ensure their children have a neat
and tidy appearance.

7. Lunches - Food is to be consumed in the classroom under the supervision of

the teacher, and must not be brought into the toilet. When time does not allow
for food to be consumed in the classroom, the children will sit or stand in an
allocated place in the school yard until it is consumed. Please refer to healthy
eating policy for further information.

Behaviour outside the Classroom

Gaelige must be used at all times during the school day by pupils and staff, during
all activites and in all areas

1. Corridors, cloakrooms, toilets, yard areas, school/field/playing pitches,etc.

Pupils should behave in an orderly manner at all times and must walk when going
from one area to another within the school buildings or in the school yard area. Pupils

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are required to use the yard area assigned to their particular class level. Gaeilge must
be used at all times.
Pupils must not behave in any way which endangers others or themselves.

Examples of behaviour which endangers are:

 Roughness
 Fighting
 Kicking
 Striking
 Spitting
 Punching
 Tripping
 Verbal abuse

Teachers will seek to ensure that standards of safety are observed and shall prohibit
games or activities considered to be dangerous. Any directions given by teachers on
these matters are to be followed implicitly. Pupils must only play in their designated
yard areas. A ‘sin bin’ will operate at the discretion of the teacher on yard
supervision. All pupils are required to line up promptly and in an orderly manner at
the end of the breaks. There should be no playing or any horseplay when classes are
in line.

3. Inclement Weather
On such days pupils stay in their classrooms for breaks supervised by teachers on yard
duty rota. They must observe implicitly any directions given by teachers and safety
must be a priority at all times.

4. Accidents
Any accident involving a child must be reported to the teacher on yard supervision or
to any other available teacher. The teacher may decide to attend to the injuries or to
bring the child to a doctor or hospital. Where suitable, parents will be informed or
asked to bring the child home or the teacher may arrange for the child to be brought
home. At the beginning of each school year parents are asked to fill out a form with
details of names, addresses, phone numbers, medical details etc., and are asked to
return it as soon as possible to the class teacher. The information will be treated
confidentially and is essential in case of an accident.

5. Homework
It is the policy of this school to assign homework on a regular basis. Pupils should
endeavour to complete their homework to the best of their ability and take pride in
doing so.
Parents are required to sign the child homework notebook each night thus completing
a very important communication link between pupil, teacher and parent.
Please refer to the schools homework policy in the Dialann Obair Bhaile/school diary
for further information.

Categories of Behaviour in Gaelscoil an Eiscir Riada

These lists are non-definitive, other examples may also apply

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 1. Desirable Behaviour
2. Minor Unacceptable Behaviour
3. Serious Unacceptable Behaviour
4. Gross Unacceptable Behaviour

1. Desirable Behaviour
 Speaking Gaeilge
 Being respectful, kind and courteous to teachers, fellow students,
parents and all others in school
 Being honest, truthful, polite and mannerly
 Including others in games/play
 Accepting others for who they are and making an effort to include
them
 Respecting school property
 Showing pride in the school environment by helping to keep it neat and
tidy
 Doing homework/schoolwork to the best of your ability
 Helping younger students
 Wearing the correct uniform
 Being nice, friendly and caring towards others
 Obeying the school rules

2. Minor Unacceptable Behaviour

Examples considered minor are:
 Talking out of turn (if there is a repeated pattern this is considered serious)
 Leaving the seat without permission (if due to inclement weather, pupils are in
class for breaks, safety is paramount and this behaviour in these circumstances
is considered serious)
 “Forgetting” to have homework signed

3. Serious Unacceptable Behaviour

Examples considered serious are:
 Not making an effort to speak Irish (if persistent will be considered grossly
unacceptable behaviour)
 Being late frequently
 Not completing homework without a valid reason
 Entering/Leaving the school building or classroom without permission
 Littering in buildings or school grounds
 Leaving designated play area without permission
 Running in school corridors, to or from the school buses
 Not wearing the correct school uniform
 Disregarding the Healthy Eating Policy and Green Schools Policy
 Not being respectful and courteous to teachers and fellow students, being
disobedient or defiant
 Bullying or threatening others

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  Disrupting lessons by causing distraction, shouting and not working to the best
of one’s ability
 Being inattentive during class work, persistent chatting/interrupting others, not
completing school tasks, copying work from others, deliberately wasting time
or disturbing other children at work
 Stealing
 Fighting

4. Grossly Unacceptable Behaviour

Examples considered grossly unacceptable are:

 Persisently and/or wilfully not speaking Gaeilge/Irish

 Wilful damage/grafitti to school buildings, furniture, books, equipment or
property of others of a serious nature
 Assault on a pupil
 Assault on a member of staff
 Behaviour that endangers members of the school community
 Deliberate activation of fire alarm
 Carrying of dangerous implements in school bags or on the person eg knives,
screwdrivers, cigarette lighters etc.
 Having illegal substances in school bags or on the person.
 Having inappropriate material in school.
 Smoking in school or environs during school day.
 Serious verbal outburst and use of inappropriate/degrading language
 Aggressive, threatening or violent behaviour of a serious nature
 Stealing of a serious nature
 Showing total disregard for school staff or other pupils and /or deliberately
ignoring staff or pupils

Rewards for Acceptable Behaviour

The following are some ways of showing appreciation for acceptable good behaviour
which are in operation in the school:
 Oral praise
 Written praise
 Pupils are given a job/ responsibility that they like
 Teacher communications with parents
 Pupils are given small prizes
 Merit lists/ Merit stars
 Reduction in homework
 Work displayed
 Golden Time
 Homework vouchers
 Video/DVD
 Class treat
 Extra games time

An account of each child’s attitude and behaviour is given on each school report.
Parents are required to examine these carefully and to discuss them with the child.

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Sanctions plus Strategies to show disapproval of Unacceptable Behaviour
Praise and encouragement are regarded as primary in helping to develop
responsibility, a positive attitude and self discipline. The school places greater
emphasis on rewards than on sanctions, for example, the acknowledgement of good
behaviour of students in front of their peers and teachers. The code offers a
framework within which positive techniques of motivation and encouragement are
utilised by teachers. The school recognises the variety of differences that exist
between children and the need to accommodate these differences. The individuality of
the pupils and their particular needs will at all times be considered when dealing with
matters of behaviour.
However, where a pupil wilfully disregards school rules and infringes on the rights of
others, sanctions may be needed. The overall responsibility for discipline within the
school rests with the principal. Each teacher has responsibility for the maintenance of
discipline within her/his classroom while sharing a common responsibility for good
order within the school. All everyday instances of a minor nature are dealt with by
the class teacher. In cases of repeated serious misbehaviour, parents will be involved
at an early stage and invited to meet the teacher and/or the principal to discuss their
child’s behaviour.
If a child misbehaves either occasionally or persistently, the
teacher/principal/delegated member of staff may implement any of the following
measures according to the seriousness of the transgression.

Measures for dealing with unacceptable behaviour:

 Reasoning with pupil.
 Verbal reprimand including advice on how to improve.
 Temporary separation from peers/friends/others.
 Sending child to another teacher’s class for a short period of time.
 Repeating homework, which is incomplete or not properly done as extra
homework. This may involve work to be completed at weekends or at break time
in the school.
 Prescribing extra work/writing out story of what happened
 Sending child to the principals office to discuss the behaviour.
 Removal of privileges.
 Temporary removal from school yard for a defined period.
 Referral to principal
 Principal communicating with parents
 Exclusion(suspension or expulsion) from school in accordance with Education
(Welfare) Act 2000 and guidelines developed by the NEWB “Developing a Code
of Behaviour: Guidelines for Schools”
When applying sanctions we hope to:
a) Help students to learn that certain behaviour is unacceptable
b) Help them to recognise the effect of their actions and behaviour on others
c) Help students (in ways appropriate to their age and development) to
understand that they have choices about their own behaviour and that all
choices have consequences
d) Help students to take responsibility for their behaviour.

Important Considerations in Applying Sanctions

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Sanctions should relate as closely as possible to the behaviour. They will be
appropriate to the nature and seriousness of the behaviour. Therefore a child, who
does not do his work in class or has not completed his homework, may be detained at
break time to finish work. If this is the case then the child will be supervised at all
times.
Sanctions will be used on a continuing basis in a consistent and transparent manner.
Pupils will not be deprived of engagement in a circular area except on the grounds of
health and safety. All pupils will be subject to the same code and sanctions.
Teachers keep records of incidents, as they see appropriate, in a class log and may
refer to this log when discussing pupils behaviour with parents/principal or B.O.M.
The log may contain steps already taken to address a pupil’s behaviour. This is in
keeping with a professional duty of care which teachers have towards their pupils.
Pupils are adequately supervised throughout the school day and on school based
outings to ensure the standards of good behaviour are maintained.

This code of behaviour also applies to activities outside of school which are deemed
to be under the auspices of the school authorities. This includes school tours,
religious celebrations/attendance, games, sports days and other activities organized by
the school. If a situation occurs outside of school that has a significant impact on
the working of the school, a judgment will be made on whether the clear connection
deems the matter as appropriate for school investigation.

Suspension
The Board of Management may suspend or has authorised the Principal to suspend a
student in the following circumstances:
 the students behaviour has had a serious detrimental effect on the education of
other students and/or,
 the students continued presence in the school at this time constitutes a threat to
safety and/or,
 the student is responsible for serious damage to property.

A single incident of misconduct or consistent misbehaviour of both serious and gross

unacceptable behaviour* may be grounds for suspension. If a students’ continued
presence in the school constitutes a threat to safety then an immediate suspension will
be warranted and parents will be contacted to collect their child/children immediately.
In such cases the same investigation will take place following the suspension with the
parents being notified in the same manner as outlined below.

1. When faced with behaviour which may warrant suspension, the Board
of Management, the Principal or a designated teacher will carry-out an
investigation.
2. Parents will be informed in writing of the investigation and of the fact
that it may result in their child’s suspension.
3. Parents will be asked to attend a meeting in order to discuss the
behaviour and will be given an opportunity to make representations.
4. The results of the investigation and parents’ and pupils response will
taken into account when deciding on a suspension.
5. Once a decision has been reached parents will be notified in writing
and will be informed of their right to appeal under Section 29 of the
Education Act 1998, if applicable.

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 6. Teachers may offer support, if necessary, in helping the pupil to
reintegrate into the classroom after a period of suspension.
7. Where allegations of criminal behaviour are made in relation to a
pupil, these will usually be referred to the Gardaí, for further
investigation.

A reduced school day for a pupil experiencing particular difficulties may be

considered following consultation with all parties concerned inc N.E.W.B, N.E.P.S,
B.O.M and parents, particularly if there is a Health & Safety consideration. This
action would be subject to all reasonable accommodations being exhausted and will
happen only in exceptional circumstances.

Expulsion
In very serious cases of grossly unacceptable misbehaviour* the Board of
Management may sanction expulsion following the Guidelines laid out by the NEWB
in “Developing a code of Discipline of Behaviour: Guidelines for Schools”. In the
event of such behaviour the following will take place:

1. After a report of very serious gross misbehaviour, the Principal, following a

detailed investigation into the matter will make a recommendation to the
Board of Management for the expulsion of the student.
2. Full details will be provided to the parent of the investigation and a hearing
will take place with the Board, the Principal, the student and a parent. All at
the hearing will be afforded an opportunity to make their submissions.
3. The Board will then consider all submissions.
4. In the event that expulsion is determined by the Board, the Education Welfare
Officer will be notified immediately.
5. The Board of Management may decide to suspend the student, if appropriate
until expulsion is complete.
6. Details of the outcome of the hearing will be provided to the parent together
with details of the Section 29 Appeal, under the Education (Welfare) Act
2000.

*Grossly Unacceptable Behaviour will be defined relative to the child and what may
be deemed unacceptable in relation to individual children and circumstances.
However the list above, though not exhaustive, may be referred to as ‘grossly
unacceptable behaviour’.

Removal of Suspension
Following or during a period of suspension, the parent/s may apply to have the pupil
reinstated to the school. The parent/s must give a satisfactory undertaking that a
suspended pupil will behave in accordance with the school code and the school
principal must be satisfied that the pupil’s reinstatement will not constitute a risk to
the pupil’s own safety or that of the other pupils or staff. The principal will facilitate
the reparation of a behaviour plan for the pupil if required and will re-admit the pupil
formally to class.

Children with Special Needs

All children are required to comply with the code of behaviour. However, the
school recognises that children with special needs may require assistance in

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understanding certain rules. Specialised behaviour plans may be put in place in
consultation with parents, the class teacher, learning support/resource teacher and/or
Principal. The school will work closely with home to ensure optimal support is given.
Cognitive development will be taken into account at all times. Professional advice
from psychological assessments will be invaluable.
The children in the class or school may be taught strategies to assist a pupil with
special needs adhere to the rules and thus provide peer support. This will be done in a
supportive and safe way, acknowledging and respecting the difference in all
individuals.

Methods of Communicating with Parents

Communicating with parents is central to maintaining a positive approach to dealing
with children. Parents and teachers should develop joint strategies to address specific
difficulties, in addition to sharing a broader philosophy which can be implemented at
home and at school.
Parents are encouraged to talk in confidence to teachers about any significant
developments in a child’s life, in the past or present, which may affect the child’s
behaviour.
The following methods are to be used at all levels within the school:
Parent/Teacher Meetings
Formal meetings are arranged on specific days each year when parents are assigned a
specific time to discuss their child’s progress with the teacher. Parents can also meet
with teachers outside of formal parent/teacher meetings at a convenient time having
arranged written/verbal appointment beforehand. Meetings will be by appointment
only, this is to ensure that there is time to discuss the matter fully and as a matter of
courtesy. Please refer to the schools policy on parent/teacher meetings.
Dialann Obair Bhaile
As already mentioned this is an important home/school link and must be checked
nightly by parents. It contains copies of school policies.
Homework journals are encouraged to be used for communications. There is a
section in the Dialann Obair Bhaile for correspondence with the teacher, so
please check the Dialann daily. Infants do not have a journal –check bags.
Children’s copybooks/work
Children will be anxious to show their work at home. Parents should regularly check
through the child’s copies and comment on any written teacher remarks or grades
awarded.
Formal School Report
A formal school report is written for each pupil and sent home to parents at the end of
the school year. It details of all aspects of the child’s behaviour, attendance, school
work, etc. A copy of the school report is retained in the school.
Nuachtlitir – sent home each week.
School Notice Board
Letters/Notes from school to home and from home to school.
Introduction Meeting for new parents
Board of Management
Parents elect two members to represent them on the School Board of Management.
There are also two staff representatives, two patrons nominees and two community
representatives on the Board of Management. Parents should feel free to contact any
Board of Management member on any matter.

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Parents Association
This has operated continuously since 1996. It has proved a most useful link between
home and school and has added significantly to the quality of school life and to
community life in general. An AGM is held at which members are elected. As a rule
meetings are held at least once a month.

Complaints Procedure
The complaints and appeals procedures are available under Section 29 of the
Education Act
Review
The code will be reviewed at regular intervals
Conclusion
It is a condition of attendance at the school that pupils abide by the rules and
regulations in this Code of Behaviour. Parents are asked to sign a form below
outlining that they will do their utmost to encourage and help their child abide by the
schools code of discipline and behaviour. The Code will be reviewed at agreed
intervals.

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PLEASE DETATCH THIS PORTION AND RETURN TO CLASS TEACHER

As Parents/Guardians of a child/children attending Gaelscoil an Eiscir Riada, I/we

have read the code of behaviour and agree to support the measures contained therein
for the benefit of my/our child/children. In taking this responsibility on board, I/we
understand that the school is committed to promoting good/positive behaviour at all
times.

1. SIGNED: _________________________________________________________

2. SIGNED:__________________________________________________________

CHILD/CHILDREN’SNAMES___________________________________

CLASS/ES._________________________________________________

DATE: _________________________________________________________

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