STUDENTS' CHARTER

THE PHGS STUDENT’S CHARTER

 

A student has the right to:

• Be respected by others
• Be valued as an individual
• Feel safe at school
• Be taught without disturbance and distraction
• Be set appropriate work according to homework timetables
• And to have it marked
• Be listened to
• Know that the school will enforce discipline

A student has responsibilities to:

• Respect all students, staff and property
• Attend school, be on time and in school uniform
• Bring the appropriate books and equipment to school every day
• Work hard and allow other students to work
• Be positive in attitude and behaviour
• Project a good impression as a representative of the school in the community
• Behave in a safe and sensible way when traveling to and from school including

          when using public transport

 

THE PHGS CHARTER FOR PARENTS

 

Parents have a right to expect the school to:

• Have due regard for their child’s safety and welfare
• Keep them informed about his/her academic progress and any behaviour problems
• Respond to their concerns and enquiries
• Provide effective teaching in a disciplined environment
• Set regular and appropriate homework
• Deal fairly and consistently with all students
• Praise and reward students for positive attitudes and behaviour

Parents have a responsibility to:

• Ensure their child attends school
• Provide explanations for absence
• Ensure that the child possesses the required items of school uniform and equipment
• Check the homework planner and satisfy themselves tha support the school’s disciplinary approach.
• Ensure their child understands how to behave in a safe and sensible way traveling to and from school, including public transport