MIDSTREAM COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL

MIDSTREAM COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL PROSPECTUS CONTENTS

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ACADEMIC STRUCTURE CURRICULUM – FOUNDATION PHASE CURRICULUM – INTERSEN LEARNING AREAS

2.

1.1

Foundation phase

1.2

Intersen phase

SCHOOL ROUTINE 2.1 2.2 2.3

2.4 2.5

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School Day School Periods Sport Activities 2.3.1 Sporting codes 2.3.2 Age groups 2.3.3 Practice days and times Clubs Culture

SCHOOL RULES 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7

3.8 3.9

Preamble General Procedures Behaviour Rules and Procedures that govern a School Day Break Time Tuck Shop School Uniform and Appearance 3.7.1 Girls 3.7.2 Boys 3.7.3 Additional Rules 3.7.4 School Bags 3.7.5 Disallowed Fetching of Learners during the School Day Absent on term test days

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ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM 4.1 4.2

4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6

Rules to Excellentia Administration 4.2.1 Academic Accountability 4.2.2 Behavioural Accountability The Aim of the Accountability System Basic Principles Tidiness and Littering Major Offences 4.6.1 Arson 4.6.2 Drugs 4.6.3 Sexual Harassment 4.6.4 Drinking/Alcohol Abuse 4.6.5 Smoking 4.6.6 Theft 4.6.7 Bullying 4.6.8 Phones 4.6.9 Bunking school 4.6.10 Vandalism 4.6.11 Dishonesty 4.6.12 Cheating 4.6.13 Pornography 4.6.14 Foul language 4.6.15 Dress code (Unkempt) 4.6.16 In possession of a camera or video camera without permission 4.6.17 Transgressions that can harm the safety of learners or harm the image of the school.

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1.

ACADEMIC STRUCTURE

CURRICULUM – FOUNDATION PHASE Afrikaans and English Afrikaans and English are the two official languages of the School. They are taught in accordance with the latest approaches. The English speaking learners will be taught Afrikaans as first additional language from Grade 1. Afrikaans learners will be taught English as first additional language from Grade 1. The communication skills of the learners will be developed through:      

Listening exercises Classroom drama Small group discussions Prepared speeches Report-back of formal and informal work Various forms of written work

Mathematics This subject is presented using the latest apparatus and methods. Emphasis is placed on practical and first hand experiences. Learners are encouraged to experiment under the relevant supervision. Design and technology also receives attention in the school’s daily routine. Teaching and learning takes place from a problem solving point of view.

Life Skills A life skills programme is followed.

CURRICULUM: INTERSEN PHASE Afrikaans and English Afrikaans and English are the official languages of the school. Continuous research and the attendance of language seminars ensure that education is up to speed with the latest developments in languages. Although there is continual development in these subject areas, the basic foundation blocks remain the focus of education. The educator support programme offers learners the opportunity to attend additional classes during the afternoons where re-teaching of reading and language skills takes place. During these sessions relevant computer programmes are also made use of. A love of language is fostered by introducing learners to all facets of the relevant languages.

Computer Centre Computer literacy at primary school level is in preparation for the effective use of computers as a life skill. By introducing interesting projects, we attempt to stimulate an interest in this area for the future. This centre also serves as an extension of the academic programme. Learners are introduced to educational programmes, the operation of Microsoft Office and the safe use of the internet. Learners attend computer classes from Grade 1, where the use of perceptual and mathematical programmes are used to introduce the learners to computers. MCP PROSPECTUS

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Media Centre Our media centre is the reading and research hub of the school. It serves the Primary School and the High School in both English and Afrikaans. Magazines and newspapers are supplied to the media centre on a daily or weekly basis. The Media Centre houses 25 networked computer workstations with internet access, available for use by the entire school community for research and all forms of project work. There will be access to the internet, World Book Online and Mieliestronk and the CAMI Maths programme is available on all workstations for extra drill and practice in Maths for all grades.

Religious Education Midstream College Primary School is Christian based therefore the day is started with a Christian based message and prayer and assemblies are compulsory. The Christian message will be conveyed to our learners in general teaching practices and we aim to instil and/or develop a social conscience in all our learners.

Mathematics Mathematics is presented uniquely at Midstream College Primary School. Learners are divided into homogeneous classes (same ability and work ethic) in the intersen phase. Foundation blocks in basic mathematics skills are emphasised, however, learners are also required to develop the ability to solve mathematical problems. This subject is also presented by making use of the latest technology, where every learner is provided access to this mathematics computer centre. Here every learner is enrolled in the Cami Mathematics programme, which addresses individual learners’ strengths and weaknesses. Learners are also encouraged to experiment under supervision and to extend their mathematical skills to the best of their ability. Additional help in Mathematics is offered by our maths teachers during the afternoons. Design and technology is also incorporated into this learning area.

Science & Technology These subjects are taught using up to date equipment and methods. Emphasis is placed on practical work and first hand experience. The subjects lend themselves to self discovery and learners are encouraged to experiment under supervision. Design and technology form an integral part of these subjects.

History During History classes learners are given a broad historical framework, where the present and the past are presented in such a way as to encourage meaningful understanding. Various teaching methods are used in order to provide learners with the opportunity to apply different historical skills. Critical thinking is encouraged so that learners learn to formulate their own opinions and are able to evaluate history empathically. Although South African history is the main focus, certain aspects of world history are investigated in the different grades.

Geography Geography focuses on the conservation of the local environment. In order to make the subject more relevant, theory taught in the classroom is coupled with practical excursions. Learners are thereby provided with first hand learning experiences of our diverse country and intricate MCP PROSPECTUS

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composition of cultural groups. The goal is to develop the understanding and empathy required to build a successful South African society.

Music Music lessons are attended by all learners from Grade 1 to Grade 6. During these classes different aspects of music are taught including composers, musical instruments and genres of music. Learners are also afforded the opportunity to attend individual music lessons for various instruments during the school day. Music theory classes are also available in small group sessions. All of these lessons are presented by specialists in their field, so therefore these are at an additional cost.

Creativity and Creative Thinking Learners are encouraged to express their experiences and feelings through creativity in every area of the curriculum. Creativity comes alive through expressive art, the encouragement of creative writing, music and technology, which all form an integral part in nurturing creativity.

Physical Education “To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.” With the use of fun and games, the physical education department strives to develop learners with basic sporting skills and activities on different levels. Foundation phase: The foundation phase focuses on the basic development of gross motor skills in the learner. The combined classes are also introduced in the basic skills required for different sporting codes at Midstream College. These PE sessions are also divided with the Tennis academy and Cricket academy. During the 1st and 4th term the sessions are also dedicated to swimming lessons with the swimming school assisting the learners from being water safe to correction of different stroke. Intersen phase: In the intersen phase more focus is given to the overall skill and conditioning of the learner, sport specific skills and an introduction to sporting codes, not performed at the Primary school. There are also several theory lessons in the form of discussions with the learners that range from the importance of physical activities, nutrition and healthy lifestyles to sportsmanship.

SUBJECTS OFFERED At Midstream College Primary School the emphasis is on educating learners on how to learn, as opposed to instructing them and bombarding them with facts. Learning obtains a new meaning by integrating work across the curriculum and emphasising the role of language development. In every aspect of the curriculum learners are encouraged in:  Problem solving  Exercising choice  Making decisions and taking other options into account  Expressing own point of view  Learning through discovery We are preparing young women and men for a rapidly changing world.

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1.1

FOUNDATION PHASE - GRADE 1 TO 3 Subjects offered: SUBJECT

1.2

Percentage time allocation Gr 1 +2

Gr 3

MATHEMATICS

14

14

HOME LANGUAGE

14

16

1ST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

4

5

LIFE SKILLS

13

15

TOTA L

45

50

INTERSEN PHASE - GRADE 4 TO GRADE 6 Subjects offered: SUBJECT

NUMBER OF PERIODS

MATHEMATICS

09

AFRIKAANS

09

ENGLISH

09

COMPUTERS

02

GEOGRAPHY

03

HISTORY

02

SCIENCE

04

TECHNOLOGY

01

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

02

MUSIC

01

ART

02

NORTHERN SOTHO

01

TEST

02

ASSEMBLY

02

LIFE SKILLS

01

TOTAL

50

INTERSEN PHASE - GRADE 7 Subjects offered: SUBJECT

NUMBER OF PERIODS

MATHEMATICS

09

AFRIKAANS

09

ENGLISH

09

COMPUTERS

02

GEOGRAPHY

03

HISTORY

03

SCIENCE

05

TECHNOLOGY

01

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

02

TEST

02

NORTHERN SOTHO

01

ASSEMBLY

02

ART

02

TOTAL

50

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2.

SCHOOL ROUTINE

2.1

SCHOOL DAY

2.2

2.3

GRADE

SCHOOL HOURS – MONDAYS TO FRIDAYS

1–2 3–7

MIDSTREAM COLLEGE 07:45 – 13:15 07:45 – 13:45

PERIODS PERIODS

MIDSTREAM COLLEGE

REGISTER PERIOD

07:45 – 08:00

1

08:00 – 08:30

2

08:30 – 09:00

3

09:00 – 09:30

4

09:30 – 10:00

BREAK

10:00 – 10:15

5

10:15 – 10:45

6

10:45 – 11:15

7

11:15 – 11:45

8

11:45 – 12:15

BREAK

12:15 – 12:45

9

12:45 – 13:15

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13:15 – 13:45

SPORT

2.3.1 Sporting codes: All learners are expected to participate in at least one sport per term throughout the year. Learners are able to choose from different sporting activities from Monday to Friday. Sporting activities will take place regularly on Saturdays, i.e. cricket and golf, etc. The sports that are offered are as follows: TERM 1 Athletics* Tennis* Swimming* Squash* Golf* Rugby/Netball Club cricket

TERM 2 Netball Rugby Tennis* Squash* Golf* Cricket

TERM 3 Hockey* Golf* Squash* Tennis* Cricket Cross Country

TERM 4 Club Cricket Golf* Tennis* Swimming* Squash* Athletics*

* Includes: Boys and girls 2.3.2 Age Groups The following age groups are involved in most of the sporting activities: These groups will be finalised depending on the number of participants per year. U/7 & U/ 8 Bulletjie Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Netball, Swimming, Athletics, Cross- Country Squash, Mini Hockey and Golf. MCP PROSPECTUS

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Other age groups: U/9, U/10, U/11, U/12 and Open learners Above mentioned age groups can select any of the above mentioned sports. Numbers and interest from learners will determine if a particular sport or age group can be fielded. 2.3.3 Practice Days and Times On school web page (www.midstream-primary.co.za) Match days may differ from programme to programme according to league fixtures. Meetings/matches: Dates regarding meetings/matches will be published in our weekly newsletter.

2.4

CLUBS

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Athletics Netball Academy Squash

2.5

CULTURAL

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Swimming Cricket Academy

The following cultural activitiets are offered annually:

CULTURAL YEAR PROGRAMME TERM

ACTIVITY

GRADE

Term 1 to 4

Senior choir

Grade 4-7

Term 1 to 3

Junior Revue

Grade 2 +3

Term 1 to 4

Senior Revue

Grade 4-7

Term 1 to 4

MCCA

Grade 1-7

Term 1 to 4

Yadah group

Grade 3-7

Term 1 to 4

Grace ensemble

Grade 4-7

Term 1 to 4

Percussion band

Grade 4-7

Term 1 to 4

String Orchestra

Grade 3-7

Term 1 to 4

ANOK

Grade 4 -7

Term 2 and 3

Junior Choral Verse

Grade Gr 1-3

Term 2 and 3

Senior Choral Verse

Grade Gr 4-7

Term 1 and 3

Redenaars

Grade 1-7

Term 3

Spreekkoor

Grade 2-4

Term 3

Culture Festival

Grade 1-7

Term 1 to 3

Toastmasters

Grade 7

Term 1 to 4

Voortrekkers

Grade 1-7

Term 1 to 4

Boys Scouts

Grade 1-7

Term 1 to 4

Photography

Grade 7

Term 2

Foundation phase speech craft

Grade 1-3

Term 1 to 4

Chess

Grade 1-7

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3.

SCHOOL RULES

3.1

PREAMBLE

The personal conduct of a Midstream College Primary School learner should exemplify the following principles:  Courtesy, founded on a respect for all people, regardless of their age or status.  Pride in himself/herself, his/her appearance and his/her contribution to and membership of Midstream College Primary School.  Awareness of their role in the school and society and their responsibilities.

3.2

GENERAL PROCEDURE

It is expected of learners to show respect for all staff, fellow learners and visitors. The following points should be followed: LEARNERS        

should treat every staff member with respect and dignity, should be proud of their personal appearance and comply with the prescribed school uniform and hairstyles, are worthy of the trust placed in them, are expected to greet fellow learners, staff and visitors in a friendly and respectful manner. must always stand when greeting visitors and members of staff. should treat the opposite sex with respect and dignity. may not use crude or foul language. Senior learners will treat younger learners with respect and set the correct example. Younger learners will, in turn, display the necessary respect to senior learners.

3.3

BEHAVIOUR

3.3.1 3.3.2

We encourage whole-hearted and enthusiastic participation. Instructions from Staff members should always be obeyed instantly and gracefully. Learners must always act responsibly and take other learners’ feelings into consideration. Everybody should be treated with respect.

3.3.3

3.4

RULES AND PROCEDURES THAT GOVERN A NORMAL SCHOOL DAY

3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3

School begins promptly at 07:45, be at school in good time. School bags must be left at your register classes, where they must be placed against the wall or under the stairs. Class changes will take place with the following being applicable: 3.4.3.1 will take place in an orderly manner and single file on their left side. 3.4.3.2 learners must wait in single file outside the classroom and may not enter without the permission of the Staff member. 3.4.3.3 girls are to lead in first, supervised by the staff member, and learners are greeted once they have all entered the classroom. 3.4.3.4 learners are expected to take out their work and get ready for their lesson.

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3.4.3.5

the Staff member will, at the end of the lesson, dismiss the class and send them off to the next class in an orderly fashion – girls first, no talking.

3.5

BREAK

3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4

Learners will be able to play in certain designated areas. Learners may not be in a class without supervision during breaks. Clocks are synchronised via the computer setup and learners are sent out to break at the correct times. Learners will have enough time to move to their next lesson. No physical contact is permitted during breaks.

3.6

TUCKSHOP

There is a tuckshop available to all learners of the school. Learners are expected to line-up in two lines outside the tuckshop, so as to ensure efficient organisation. Learners are responsible for the disposal of all their litter. Learners can pre order lunch from the tuckshop in the mornings before school starts.

3.7

SCHOOL UNIFORM AND APPEARANCE

Our uniform is the trademark by which we will be recognised. Personal appearance of learners reflects a pride in themselves and the school and they must, by means of their dress, appearance and deportment, be a credit to themselves, to their families and to Midstream College Primary School.

3.7.1

Girls

3.7.1.1

School Uniform Summer: o Midstream College teal coloured pinafore with badge o White shirt, short sleeves o Burgundy striped V-necked pullover or jersey o Burgundy blazer must be worn on formal occasions, e.g. Assembly days o White short socks (folded – not rolled down) o Black shoes o Girls are expected to wear the prescribed school shorts Winter: o Midstream College teal coloured pinafore with badge o White shirt, long sleeved with school tie o Burgundy striped, V-necked pullover or jersey o Burgundy school blazer is part of the winter school uniform and must also be worn during formal occasions, for example at Assembly, with a school tie. o Optional extra: Bomber-jacket (burgundy) – only when it is extremely cold, and the burgundy Dri-Mac with school badge, only when it is raining. o Grey pantyhose (Gr 1–6: wool ribbed type / Gr 7: pantyhose or wool ribbed type or knee high socks with school stripes) o Black shoes

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Sports Wear for Midstream College: Swimming: Burgundy and teal striped swimming costume Athletics: Burgundy athletics shorts and burgundy, teal and white striped athletics shirt Hockey: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and burgundy skirt White Knee-high socks with burgundy stripe & hockey shoes Netball: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and burgundy skirt, short white socks and trainers Tennis: White golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and burgundy skirt, short white socks and trainers Squash: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and burgundy skirt, short white socks and trainers Cross Country: As for athletics Golf: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and stone three-quarter trousers/ skirt and short white socks with golf shoes. Players wear their school blazers to venues. Hair:  If hair is worn short, it must be neat and may not hang over the lowest fold of the collar. If it is longer, it must be tied back. The fringe may not impair vision.  Braided hair or extensions must be tied back. Hair must always be clean and may not be dyed, frizzed or permed.  All school rules apply whilst the learner is in uniform.  Only burgundy, white, teal or brown ribbons, clips and alice bands may be worn.  Elastic bands must be the same colour as the learner’s hair. Finger nails  Nails should not extend beyond the fingertips when the fingers are held up.  No colour nail polish may be worn. Make-up  The wearing of any make-up is not permissible. Jewellery  Wrist watches and “medic alert” bracelets may be worn.  No chain, bracelets, rings except signet ring may be worn.  Only one pair of small studs or sleepers may be worn. (Gold or silver)

3.7.2

Boys

3.7.2.1

School Uniform Summer: o Midstream College grey shorts and short sleeve white shirt with school badge o Burgundy striped V-necked pullover or jersey o Burgundy blazer must be worn on formal occasions, e.g. Assembly days o School-striped grey long socks (school colours) o Black lace-up shoes

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Winter: o Midstream College grey longs and white long sleeve shirt with tie o Burgundy striped V-necked pullover or jersey o Our burgundy blazer is part of the winter school uniform during winter with the school tie. o Grey socks with black lace-up shoes o Optional extra: Bomber-jacket (burgundy) – only when it is extremely cold. Sports Wear for Midstream College: Swimming: Burgundy and teal striped swimming costume Athletics: Burgundy athletics shorts and burgundy, teal and white striped athletics shirt Hockey: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket and burgundy shorts, white knee-high socks with burgundy stripe & hockey shoes Cross Country: As for athletics Rugby: White shorts and burgundy, teal and white striped rugby jersey Tennis: White golf-shirt with school badge on pocket, white shorts, short white socks and trainers Squash: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with school badge on pocket, white shorts, short white socks and trainers Golf: Burgundy/white golf-shirt with badge on pocket, stone threequarter trousers, short white socks & golf shoes. Players wear school blazers to venues Cricket: White Admiral Cricket Shirt with school badge. White Admiral cricket pants Burgundy Cap with School Badge White thermal long sleeved top Burgundy School pullover 1st Team (U13A) Cricket kit: White Admiral Cricket shirt with burgundy piping down the sides and school badge White Admiral Cricket pants with burgundy piping Burgundy Baggy Cap with School Badge White thermal long sleeved top Day/Night Kit: Burgundy Admiral Cricket Shirt Burgundy Admiral Cricket Pants Hair: The purpose of these listed regulations is to ensure that boys are at ALL times neat and tidy. Their hairstyles may not discredit the school.  Hair must be tidy (combed) at all times.  Hair must be reasonably short on top, short at the sides (above the ears) and tapered down the back of the head into the neck, and clear of the collar.  No fringes below the eyebrow, when combed forward are allowed.  No gel may be.  No dying or bleaching of hair is allowed.  The above regulations will be used as a guideline and the final decision, as to the acceptability of any particular boy’s hairstyle, will rest with the school’s management. Please contact the office should you feel unsure about rules regarding hair. MCP PROSPECTUS

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Jewellery:  Except for watches and medic-alert bracelets, boys may not wear jewellery or other personal adornments.

3.7.3

Additional Rules School shoes are to be worn when arriving at school and going home. During break they may be removed but must be worn straight after break. No learners may walk around in socks without shoes. Grade 7 learners are to wear shoes at all times. On rainy days, a burgundy dri-mac with school badge may be worn. Bomber jackets only during winter. Grade 7 learners are to wear their school blazer at all times.

3.7.4

School Bags School bags with divisions are preferable. Neon and brightly coloured bags are not permitted. Parents must please take note that the Midstream school bag is compulsory for the High School.

3.7.5

Disallowed The chewing of gum, the use of tippex and erasable pens is forbidden at school.

3.8

FETCHING OF LEARNERS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY Appointments with doctors and dentists must be made preferably after school hours. Should learners need to be fetched during school hours, they must be fetched from the Administration office by their parents who will have to sign a register for this purpose. Parents will have to indicate if the learners will be coming back during the day. An exit slip will be given to the parents, which will allow them to remove the child from the school premises. Should a learner be absent from school due to illness, parents must please make the necessary arrangements with the register teacher in advance. The school cannot give parents permission to take children out of school for holidaying purposes. The Principal does not have the authority to give permission. The School does not condone the missing of school.

3.9

SICK TEST If a learner is sick on a scheduled term test day, a doctor’s certificate must be handed in at the register teacher. The test will then be written on the Monday straight after the scheduled date, during assembly.

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4.

ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM

The Detention System is an accountability system.

4.1

RULES TO EXCELLENTIA

4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 4.1.5 4.1.6 4.1.7 4.1.8 4.1.9 4.1.10 4.1.11

It’s a good feature – Greet your teacher. Rough isn’t our style – be a friend all the while. Graffiti is for the fool – take pride in your school. Represent your school – that’s really cool. It’s great to support – have a generous thought. Forget being cheeky – because that’s real sneaky. Friends don’t wait – don’t be late. If you’re part of the beat – keep your uniform neat. Take care of what you own – leave other’s things alone. Help keep litter at bay – in the dustbin is the way. Always do what is right, keep your duty in sight.

Be Courteous Don’t Bully No Graffiti Take Part Be Helpful Show Respect Be Punctual Dress Correctly Hands Off Littering is Out Be accountable

Midstream College Primary School’s accountability system forms an integral part of its Code of Conduct. The system can only be effective and result in positive growth if all the affected parties (parents, teachers and pupils) co-operate to make it work. We expect the parents to be actively involved with their children’s schooling, so as to ensure that the child’s progress on all levels is monitored. Learners must learn to take responsibility for their actions at an early age. Midstream College Primary School strives to provide a safe and sheltered environment where individuals can perform to the best of their ability without interference. To realise this goal, the school will not hesitate to take the necessary steps when conflict arises. Uncontrolled conflict has a negative effect on all parties.

4.2 4.2.1

ADMINISTRATION ACADEMIC ACCOUNTABILITY

Staff members are required to deal with academic transgressions within the classroom context. (Homework not done or books not at school) Staff members are required to keep record of academic transgressions as repeated transgressions must be communicated to parents, subject heads and the grade head. A record of transgressions will be kept in the learners’ diaries on an Academic Accountability Form. Learners, who have detention for academic transgressions, will receive this detention from the specific subject educator, who will monitor and supervise this detention session. It remains the responsibility of all subject educators to keep parents informed of all transgressions and concerns relating to any children that they teach. Any learner who is guilty of repeated transgressions must be communicated to the register teacher as well as the head of the grade and put onto Pencilbox. The Head of the Grade will set up a parent interview involving both parents and staff so as to address and solve the concerns. After five academic transgressions, the learner will receive a break detention. Learners, who neglect to inform their parents of academic transgressions, will receive a break detention.

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4.2.2

BEHAVIOURAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Should a learner be guilty of poor behaviour in or outside a classroom according to the school rules, he/she will be required to attend a detention session as stipulated in the accountability system. 4.2.2.1 There will be a control form in every learner’s diary. 4.2.2.2 All behavioural transgressions will be noted on this form by the specific educator. The learner’s name, the type of transgression as well as the detention date/s will be indicated on this form. 4.2.2.3 Serious behavioural transgressions that occur during breaks will be addressed by the deputy (discipline) and detention will be arranged. 4.2.2.4 The nature of the transgression will determine the severity of the punishment. 4.2.2.5 Staff members will co-ordinate detention classes according to a pre-determined timetable. 4.2.2.6 Names of detention learners will be forwarded to the grade head, register teacher as well as the detention teacher. 4.2.2.7 Detention will be held daily during second break in a designated classroom. 4.2.2.8 Learners will be given five minutes at the beginning of break to eat their lunch before the detention session starts. 4.2.2.9 Every learner attending a detention class will be required to complete an accountability form. This form will also be completed by the specific educator and recorded in the Detention File. 4.2.2.10 Register will be taken and will be kept in the detention file. This will be sent to the head of the grades deputy (discipline) at the end of every week. 4.2.2.11 The control form in every learner’s diary has to be signed by the learners parents. Failure to do so will lead to a second detention. 4.2.2.12 Parents of learners’ who have repeated transgressions, will be invited to a teacher – parent interview. During this meeting measures will be discussed to assist the child to be able to adhere to the school’s code of conduct. 4.2.2.13 Should repeated unacceptable behaviour continue, a final written warning and/or a disciplinary hearing with a week suspension, accompanied by proof of counselling, or permanent expulsion from the school will be the next step.

4.3

THE AIM OF THE ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM

4.3.1

The primary aim of this system is not to punish, but to reinforce school rules. Acceptable behaviour remains the responsibility of the learner. The aim is to encourage fairness and harmony in the school environment. To support and apply the code of conduct. To instil a belief in the school. To communicate to parents that negative behaviour is not acceptable at Midstream

4.3.2 4.3.3 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7

College Primary School. To foster relations between parents and educators. Corporal Punishment is unlawful and will not be tolerated under any circumstances at Midstream College Primary School. It is therefore appropriate to incorporate an accountability system. The school will endeavour to always mete out appropriate punishments.

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4.4

BASIC PRINCIPLES

Midstream College Primary School strives towards very high disciplinary standards. We encourage all learners to take pride in their dress, manners and behaviour. Exemplary behaviour is expected from all learners at all times. Learners must regard it an honour and a privilege to be part of Midstream College Primary School. They must realise the necessity for good order to allow every individual the freedom to develop in all possible fields. Overall, the spirit of loyalty to everything and everyone who is part of Midstream College Primary School will be fostered in keeping with the motto: EXCELLENTIA. On the grounds of every learner’s value system that is reinforced at home, at church and in life, it would be expected that learners would own up to any rule that has been transgressed. A learner that has transgressed any rule must receive their punishment soon following the deed as set out in the code of conduct. The prime purpose of the code of conduct, is to preserve a happy and healthy environment in which all learners may benefit from the education offered at Midstream College Primary School.

We undertake: 4.4.1 4.4.2

4.4.3 4.4.4

4.5

to ensure each learner knows the reason for a rule and the consequence of breaking it, that corrective measures must be taken to change any undesirable behaviour to ensure that other learners are not negatively affected by the behaviour of the transgressor, to ensure that Midstream College Primary School learners are given the opportunity to be happy and motivated within the school environment. that all learners be subjected to the rules of the School. The Principal shall have the power to expel any learner for serious offences or continuous non-compliance with the code of conduct.

TIDINESS AND LITTERING

The school is our home away from home. It must be free of litter and always orderly and neat. The staff and monitors play an important role in this area. Essentially the following rules apply:

BASIC RULES:   

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Leave a room, vehicle or area in the condition you found it. Do not mess in the first place. If you should find a venue/ vehicle to be in a mess, clean the venue/vehicle and report it to a Staff member. If you are responsible, own up and clean up. Each class is responsible for the tidiness of the class room. School bus: The culprits will be found and the bus cleaned by the individual/group.

The following information is intended to be a firm guideline, but there must be flexibility in that the Principal retains the right to treat every case on its merits. Once a Disciplinary Enquiry has been finalized, the case will be handled on its merits by the Principal, as the matter must be adjudicated by an independent party. MCP PROSPECTUS

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4.6

MAJOR OFFENCES

The following information is intended to be a firm guideline, but there must be flexibility in that the Principal retains the right to treat every case on its merits. Once an internal enquiry has been finalized, the case will be handled on its merits by the Principal. Offences that are deemed necessary will be dealt by the disciplinary committee. The committee will keep the parents informed of decisions which have bearing on a learner’s behaviour. The Disciplinary Committee comprises: 

Principal

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Deputy Discipline

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Head of Learner Support

 Grade Head In cases where a disciplinary enquiry is needed, the following persons will be required. Disciplinary Enquiry comprises: 

Chairman (an independent party)

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Learner representative

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School representative

The learner has the right to representation from a selected staff member chosen by themselves or the parents. They also have the right to waiver school representation and may elect to be represented by a parent. All matters will be treated fairly. Parents are requested to attend a disciplinary enquiry involving their own child. Five working days will be provided for the learner to prepare his/her case. The learner has leave to appeal against the outcome of the enquiry. The written appeal must be handed to the Principal within two working days after completion of the disciplinary enquiry. Reasons for appeal:

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Procedural problems

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Insufficient evidence

Transgressions OFFENCE

FIRST OFFENCE

SECOND OFFENCE

THIRD OFFENCE

Arson

First warning. Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.

Final warning and suspension from school for one week during which time counselling is recommended. Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.

Dismissal / Expulsion

Drugs




Theft

First warning. Punishment according to the offence

Final warning and suspension from school for one week during which


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sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.

time counselling is recommended. Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.

Drinking / Alcohol abuse


Final warning. Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.


Smoking


Final warning. Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.


Sexual harassment Possession of and/or distribution of pornography




Transgressions that can harm the safety of learners or harm the image of the school


Final warning. Punishment according to the offense sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.


Vandalism

Break detention. (Parents informed.)

Final warning. Punishment according to the offense sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.


Bullying



Break detention. (Parents invited to school to discuss the seriousness of the matter.) Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the disciplinary committee.

Cell phones

Cell phone to be confiscated for one day.

Cell phone to be confiscated for a week.

Cell phone to be confiscated for a month. (Parents to be contacted to discuss the seriousness of the matter.)

Bunking school




Dishonesty



Break detention. (Parents invited to school to discuss the seriousness of the matter.) Punishment according to the offence sanctioned by the

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disciplinary committee. Foul language




In possession of a camera or video camera without permission




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MIDSTREAM COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL

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