Our schools follow a relationships-based approach to supporting behaviour. We recognise behaviour as a communication of emotion and aim to understand and respond from this perspective.
 

At both Henleaze Infant School and Henleaze Junior School we want all of our children to feel safe, be kind, be their own unique selves and fulfil their academic potential. All staff across the school will be consistent in their behaviour expectations, helping our children to feel safe and secure in school; they will know what to expect.

We follow our Henleaze Behaviour Curriculum to explicitly teach children what we expect and the routines to demonstrate the behaviours that lead to a positive school learning environment.

Routines:

Silent Signaller

Our staff use a silent signaller to gain the attention of the class. This is achieved by the teacher using an attention grabber and raising both hands. When pupils see this, they should respond by stopping what they're doing and putting their hands up. They will turn their bodies to track the speaker. This should be done in silence. Teachers will ensure that all pupils stop and listen when they hear the bell so that everyone can hear the teacher’s instructions.

5 Star Line

A 5 star line means:

1. In a straight line 

2. Hands by your side 

3. Space in front and behind you

4. No talking

5. Ready to listen

STAR listening 

S - Sitting or standing up straight

T - Tracking the speaker

A - Attention at all times

R - Respect towards others

 

Social-Emotional Learning Resources:

A parent guide to emotion coaching can be accessed here.

For information on recognising signs of anxiety click here.

For help and guidance on dealing with childhood anxiety see here.

To view the Sirona (school nurse service) video tips on managing challenging behaviour, click here.

Parenting Support

In April 2024 a new Family Hubs virtual offer, was launched including a new package of online learning for every parent and carer in Bristol for free. The courses have been developed by the Solihull Approach, alongside the NHS, health experts and parents too! The mission in Bristol is for every parent in Bristol to complete the Solihull Approach – the learning is for everyone, not only for when you are struggling!

Sessions available for parents are linked here.

The courses cover a whole range of topics to support parents and carers through all stages of a child’s development including:

• Pregnancy and post-pregnancy support
• How to understand your child or teenager’s mental health
• Help for understanding relationships
• Support for children with additional needs

There are also courses for teenagers to help them understand their mental health and feelings.

Parents and carers can access the courses through this link Family Hubs virtual offer  

For information on more free Bristol based Parenting Courses please click here.