Home-School Agreement
“The family and the school are the two most important places for a person’s education; they must always work together.”
In agreeing to our Home–School Agreement, our pupils, parents and teachers are demonstrating our commitment in working together to respect the schools mission statement and live out our school motto.
Pupil
I will:
- Attend school regularly and on time, wearing my full school uniform or PE kit, and bring all necessary equipment.
- Behave respectfully and kindly towards peers, staff and visitors, helping everyone in our school community feel happy, safe and valued.
- Set a positive example for others, showing kindness, respect, and consideration and help create a supportive, welcoming school community.
- Give my best effort in all aspects of school life, completing classwork, homework and remote learning tasks to the best of my ability.
- Take pride in our school by keeping it tidy, free from litter and graffiti, and treating the grounds, buildings, and property with respect.
- Follow our school policies, including no jewellery, no personal belongings/toys and safe and responsible online activity.
- If I see anything online that is inappropriate or harmful, I will take a screenshot and share it with my parents and the school.
Parent | Carer
I/We will:
- Fully support the following to help my/our child achieve their best and to uphold the values of St Sebastian’s Catholic Primary School,
- Ensure my child attends school regularly and on time, contacting the school promptly if they are unwell and avoiding appointments during the school day wherever possible.
- Support my child’s learning by monitoring homework, home-learning tasks, and remote learning, and by encouraging routines that limit screen time and ensure sufficient rest for learning.
- Proactively safeguard my child by monitoring their use of electronic devices, online activity, and social media, ensuring safe and responsible use.
- Communicate with school staff regarding any issues, concerns, or circumstances that may affect my child academically, socially, or emotionally.
- Model mutual respect through appropriate conduct and positive relationships with all members of the school community.
- Support the school’s behaviour policies, including wearing full school uniform, maintaining a tidy appearance and following rules regarding jewellery and personal belongings.
- Provide the school with up-to-date contact, medical, and welfare information, notifying them promptly of any changes.
- Support my child’s religious development by encouraging participation in Mass and school faith activities, supporting the Catholic ethos of the school, and respecting and celebrating the other faiths and cultures that make our community so diverse.
- Honour commitments regarding voluntary contributions to help the school provide diverse, high-quality opportunities.
School Staff
We will:
- Provide a welcoming environment where all pupils and members of our school community are valued, respected, and supported in line with our Mission Statement and School Motto: “Only my best will do; be kind to one another.”
- Provide a balanced and inclusive curriculum with varied opportunities for each pupil to develop academically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally.
- Ensure the safety, E-safety, and well-being of all pupils, guiding them to develop awareness of how to keep themselves safe both online and offline.
- Maintain a fully supportive school ethos, meeting individual needs and fostering a sense of responsibility and personal growth.
- Consistently model and demonstrate the high standards of behaviour, mutual respect, and Gospel values expected of all members of our school community.
- Work in partnership with parents and carers, valuing their input and strengthening collaboration between home and school.