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Banchory Academy

Expectations & Standards

Q. Is there a school uniform?

A. YES—We have a school uniform in Banchory Academy

 

 

 

 

 

 

The  S6 uniform is as follows:

-  White shirt or blouse with school tie

- Black v neck sweater or black cardigan with School Crest

-  Black trousers for boys/black trousers or skirt for girls (smart not casual)

- Black Shoes or all black training shoe style shoes (not trainers)

 

Q. What if I cannot afford the uniform?

A. You may apply for a grant towards uniform either direct to the Area Education Office or via the school.

Q. Where can I obtain the uniform?

A.The uniform can be purchased at the School Reception.

Promoting good behaviour

In general, behaviour in Banchory Academy is very good and serious incidents of misbehaviour are very rare.  The school’s policy on promoting good behaviour places strong emphasis on the development of a positive ethos.

We attempt to promote positive behaviour through setting consistent standards and expectations in every teaching area. These standards and expectations are set out in the Code for Success, which is displayed in each area, published in the homework diary and is regularly explained to pupils.

The vast majority of our pupils follow the codes carefully. Parents will be involved at an early point if it appears that a behavioural problem is developing. The pupil’s Guidance teacher, who will have monitored the pupil’s behaviour over a variety of classes, may convene a meeting.

In particularly complex situations the Rector may wish to convene a case conference involving the home, the school and appropriate outside agencies such as the Social Work Department and Psychological Services.

If a particularly serious incident of misbehaviour takes place, the Rector has the power to exclude a pupil from school.

 

 

Q. Is there a detention system?

A. YES, lunchtime detention may be organised when necessary to address serious or persistent misbehaviour.