Behaviour for learning

"Pupils’ behaviour is exceptional. Teachers cultivate a kind and respectful environment. This helps pupils to learn effectively. Bullying and harassment are not tolerated by pupils or staff. The positive atmosphere in the school is tangible."

Ofsted 2022

All students who are educated at Skipton Girls’ High School have the right to achieve highly, make excellent progress and participate fully in all aspects of learning inside and outside the classroom. All students maintain the highest standards of personal conduct, accept responsibility for their behaviour and encourage others to do the same.

In choosing Skipton Girls’ High School for their child, it is an expectation that parents/carers support the school in ensuring that their child meets the expectations of behaviour and conduct outlined in this policy and have due regard for the professionalism, experience, and advice of Skipton Girls’ High School staff.

Behaviour for Learning Policy

Ethos and Values

• We will lead an innovative, dynamic, and academic environment which is not constrained by gender stereotypes. All students are unique with diverse needs, talents, strengths, and aspirations and are challenged to achieve beyond their expectations.

• We prioritise inclusion, equality, and diversity. We believe that we need to create and structure our school provision to meet the diverse needs of our learners and create an experience that is personalised to the individual.

• We value the qualities of honesty, trust, endeavour, resilience, challenge and mutual respect throughout our school community and beyond.

Help and support for parents and carers

We have a wide range of people from external services who are available to help parents and carers with any issues they might have. Please ring the school to seek an appointment to meet with them, or speak to them.