POLICIES

The Principal, Staff and Board of Governors of St Joseph's Primary School determine school policies in accordance with the guidance provided by the Department of Education, CCMS, the Education Authority and, where appropriate, through consultation with parents.

The school has a wide range of policies and procedures followed by all members of staff to ensure the progress, safety and well-being of all our pupils.

Some of our policies include:

If you require a copy of any policy, simply click on the link or contact the school.

 

Addressing Bullying type behaviours in schools.

At St. Joseph’s Primary School, we acknowledge that bullying type behaviour exists in schools and wider society and can impact on the lives, mental health, and well-being of those involved. This policy aims to help create, maintain, and embed a culture where everyone agrees that bullying type behaviour is unacceptable. 

In St. Joseph’s Primary School, we believe that safeguarding our pupils is paramount and the responsibility of all stakeholders. We promote a safe, inclusive, and relational school environment where concerns of bullying type behaviour may be shared and addressed, and where pupils are supported within the context of Article 19 Measures to Prevent Bullying, Education (NI) 2003 and the 2016 Addressing Bullying in Schools Act (N.I.) 

 The purpose of this policy is to: 

  • define bullying type behaviour. 

  • summarise rights, roles and responsibilities.  

  • explain preventative measures. 

  • clarify processes used for reporting, recording, and responding. 

  • outline monitoring and review processes. 

 The policy is applied where concerns of alleged bullying type behaviour between pupils have been reported. For other concerns regarding bullying type behaviours please refer to the school complaints procedures or associated policies which are aligned DE Circular 2016/08 Public services ombudsman (NI) Act).  

Ethos and Values 

We believe our school nurtures each child whilst supporting and challenging them to achieve their full potential. We strive to offer a safe, positive learning experience where happy children flourish.  

We journey together in faith, acknowledging and celebrating strengths, differences, and achievements, enabling our children to become resilient, healthy citizens with a desire for lifelong learning.   


Bullying type behaviours will be dealt with in accordance with the 2016 Act. If you feel your child has or is being bullied, please contact the school immediately.