School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (S.W.P.B.S.)

Develop the skills to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically

At Sandringham East Primary School, we are proud to be implementing the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) framework. SWPBS is an evidence-based approach that helps improve student behaviour, wellbeing, and academic outcomes across the whole school.

We know that when we model, explicitly teach, and consistently acknowledge positive behaviours, students learn the natural consequences of their actions and develop the skills to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

As a school community, we have identified the behaviours that best promote wellbeing and learning. These are outlined in our whole-school Behaviour Matrix, which provides a clear and consistent guide to what positive behaviour looks like in all areas of the school. These behaviours are explicitly taught and practised so that every student understands not only what is expected, but also how to apply these expectations in different contexts.

SWPBS is helping us build a safe, respectful and inclusive school culture where students feel supported and ready to learn.

For more information, please watch the following video:

School Wide Positive Behaviour Support Behaviour Matrix

Classroom Expectations

	ALWAYS	SOFT START	CIRCLE TIME & EXPLICIT LEARNING TIME	WORKING TIME	EATING TIME
RESPECT	I use whole body listening I use positive language	I enter the classroom Quickly, Quietly, Calmly (QQC)	I follow instructions and routines I allow my teacher to teach	I support and contribute to my team	I demonstrate restaurant etiquette I sit in my seat
RESPONSIBILITY	I wear my school uniform I take care of all property	I enter my learning space independently If I am at school by 8:50-9:00am, I am in the classroom I get on the job and follow the morning routine	I keep my hands and feet to myself I listen to the teacher and my peers	I get on the job, stay on the job and finish the job I know and strive towards my learning goals I am organised for the session (eg. correct book, pencil, etc.) I pursue my personal best, no matter who I work with	I clean up after myself I reset my room after eating I put my rubbish in the bin I only eat my own food
RELATIONSHIPS	I use the Platinum Rule “Treat others the way they would like to be treated”	I calmly greet my classmates and teacher	I contribute to class discussions I value other people’s contributions	I give and receive constructive feedback I am inclusive of others I actively join in with all activities I value other people’s contributions	I converse with my peers while sitting down

Whole School Expectations

	ALWAYS	ASSEMBLY	OUTDOORS	BATHROOMS	TRANSITIONS	DEVICES
RESPECT	I use whole body listening I use positive, kind language	I enter quickly, quietly and calmly (QQC) I sing the National Anthem	I care for our gardens and other play areas I keep my hands and feet to myself	I keep water in the sink I give others privacy I use an indoor voice I keep the facilities clean	I move quickly, quietly and calmly (QQC)	I am truthful I use positive, kind language
RESPONSIBILITY	I wear my school uniform I take care of all property	I stand with my hands by my side or clasped for the anthem	I am sun smart I play safely and fairly (non-contact games) I play in designated areas I eat in designated areas and put rubbish in the bin I seek a Peer Mediator or teacher support if there is an issue that I need help with I wait my turn for canteen and Playshed service	I flush the toilet after each use I wash my hands after each visit I use toilet paper and soap sensibly I report damage or misuse of the toilets to the office I use the toilet during break times	I stay with the group I walk in the line I line up in role order I walk my bike/scooter down the Miller St laneway, wearing my helmet	I respect the SEPS ICT agreement I bring a charged laptop I store my phone/smart watch at the office I use my laptop with teacher supervision I only use mobile devices outside school grounds I talk to a trusted adult if I need help
RELATIONSHIPS	I use the Platinum Rule “Treat others the way they would like to be treated”	I celebrate other people’s achievements	I clarify rules before we play I invite others to join in I communicate my feelings and needs to help resolve conflict I accept that sometimes I may win and sometimes I may lose	I wait for my buddy outside the toilets		I only have online friends who are my real-life friends I live by the Platinum rule and make online choices that are positive

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