Behaviour at Pemberley Academy

Our Ethos and Values

At Pemberley Academy, we believe every child deserves a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment. Our behaviour expectations are built around our Be Your BEST principles:

• Be Kind and Respectful – We value kindness, empathy, and understanding in every interaction.
• Engage in Your Learning – Pupils are encouraged to take ownership of their learning and participate actively.
• Stay Safe – Safety is paramount, both physically and emotionally, for all members of our school community.
• Try Your Best – Effort and perseverance are celebrated as much as achievement.

These principles underpin our approach to behaviour and relationships across the school.

Our Aims

• Positive Relationships – We build strong, respectful relationships between staff and pupils to create trust and belonging.
• Consistency and Fairness – Clear expectations and consistent responses ensure pupils feel secure and understand boundaries.
• Inclusion – Every child is supported to succeed, regardless of background or need. We adapt strategies to meet individual circumstances.
• Restorative Practice – When things go wrong, we focus on repairing relationships and understanding the impact of actions, rather than punishment alone.
• Empowerment – Pupils are taught to make positive choices and take responsibility for their behaviour.

Rewards

We celebrate positive behaviour through a range of rewards that reinforce our values:

• Verbal Praise – Immediate recognition for positive actions.
• Dojos – Points awarded for demonstrating our values.
• Weekly Certificates – Celebrating effort, kindness, and achievement.
• Postcards Home – Sharing successes with families.
• SLT Prize – Special recognition from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Lunchtime Party – A fun reward for consistent positive behaviour.

Rewards are inclusive and accessible to all pupils, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Consequences

When behaviour falls short of expectations, we use a clear and supportive approach:

• Verbal Warning – A chance to reflect and correct behaviour.
• Time Out on the Carpet – A short break to calm down and refocus.
• Sent to Another Classroom – Removing disruption while maintaining learning.
• Sent to SLT – For serious or repeated incidents, involving senior staff.

Our aim is always to help pupils learn from mistakes. Through restorative conversations, pupils reflect on what happened, who was affected, and how to make things right.

Why It Matters

Positive behaviour is essential for creating a safe and happy school where learning thrives. By following our Be Your BEST principles, every child contributes to a community built on respect, responsibility, and resilience.