Discipline Philosophy

Townsville Primary School believes that discipline is an educational process. We place a strong emphasis in the inculcation of our iDARE2 school values and instilling a strong sense of personal responsibility in our students. We strive towards a positive and safe school environment through our STEeR approach in enacting positive discipline:

·         Support – Collectively creating an inviting school that supports students’ holistic growth.

·         Teach – Inculcation of values and 21CC competencies.

·         Exercise – Opportunities to demonstrate positive behaviour.

·         Redirect – Guiding students to take responsibility for their actions through restoration, restitution, and reconciliation.

Students’ Creed

The Students’ Creed serves as aims which guide and motivate Townsville students to be a responsible and respectful student of Townsville and the larger community. The creed is recited daily during the flag raising ceremony.

·         I will be neat, clean and appropriately attired.

·         I will be punctual and prepared for all school activities.

·         I will behave in a manner that is safe for all.

·         I will be respectful of others in my words and actions.

·         I will care for others’ property and the environment.

·         I will observe all rules at all times.

·         I will put on my best behaviour in public so as to uphold the good name of the school.

School Rules

·         All Townsville students are to abide by the School Rules and uphold the Students’ Creed.

·         Details of the school rules can be found in pages 10 to 16 of the Students’ Handbook.

·         The school takes a serious view on students’ behaviour and conduct. Consequences will be meted out for offences committed.

Use of Mobile Devices

·         Parents who wish to have their children bring their mobile devices (e.g.; handphones and watches with call functions) to school are required to sign the Parent’s Acknowledgement for Use of Mobile Devices (page 16 of Students’ Handbook)

·         Students are to adhere to the expected behaviour as stated in the Parent’s Acknowledgement for Use of Mobile Devices.

·         Parents can contact the school at 6457 4345 should they need to reach their child urgently during school hours.