A good education is of paramount importance in any child’s life and is the greatest gift parents can bestow on their children. It is something that can be neither lost nor stolen, and which will greatly influence the individuals’ chances of successful living.

The Wartburg-Kirchdorf School is acknowledged as one of South Africa’s leading Historic Co-educational Country Schools that has offered quality education to generations of children since 1881. The School caters for learners from Grades 00 to 12 and offers a variety of Academic, Cultural and Sporting activities.

Our School Crest was designed to represent the amalgamation in 1931 of the Kirchdorf Private School (1881) and the Wartburg Private School (1892). The School, which overlooks the Karkloof Mountain Range and Albert Falls Dam, is closely affiliated to the two local Lutheran Congregations and is situated in the small village of Wartburg about 32 kilometres NE of Pietermaritzburg just off the R614.

Our motto “Dennoch fest und frei” meaning “Steadfast and Free”, serves as the cornerstone for the requirements of our Mission Statement, which is to provide an education that will equip all learners for future success in society through creating a happy, Christian-based environment. All learners have the opportunity, through constructive interaction with motivated facilitators, to achieve their full individual academic, cultural and sporting potential.

We have every confidence in the future of Wartburg-Kirchdorf School, a belief based on a strong tradition, pro-active decision making, and a willingness to adapt to change in order to ensure that our learners are well prepared to face the challenges of the future.

This Prospectus / Code of Conduct is intended to provide information, while stimulating your interest in our school. You are invited to visit us in order to judge for yourself whether our school is the right place for your child.

Contact details:

• Physical Address: 9 Fountainhill Road, WARTBURG 3233
• Postal Address: Private Bag X 805, WARTBURG 3233
• Telephone: 033 503 1416
• Fax: 033 503 1205
• E-mail: school@wartburg.co.za

THE ACADEMIC PROGRAMME
Great emphasis is placed on a vigorous and disciplined approach to academic success. Steady application to study throughout the year is encouraged by the inclusion of a year-mark component in determining end-ofyear promotion marks. As per regulation an Outcomes Based styled education method (OBE) has recently been introduced into the Pre-Primary, Junior and Senior Primary Sections as well as the Junior Secondary Phase (Grades 7, 8 and 9) in the High School. The Academic programme is now implemented by means of a 5-day cycle of 1 hour-long lessons in the High School and ½ hour lessons in the Junior School.

DIFFERENTIATED EDUCATION
The learners’ school career is divided into four phases:

• FOUNDATION PHASE: Grades R, 1, 2 and 3 (Pre -Primary and Junior Primary)
• INTERMEDIATE PHASE: Grades 4, 5 and 6 (Senior Primary)
• SENIOR PHASE: Grades 7, 8 and 9 (Junior Secondary)
• SENIOR SECONDARY PHASE: Grades 10, 11 and 12

THE FOUNDATION PHASE
As a progressive school, we aim to equip each child with life skills that will produce socially and emotionally well-adjusted and resourceful human beings.

The Pre-School’s holistic approach to learning encourages children between the ages of 3 and 6 to develop a positive self-image through the development of sound social, emotional, communication and concentration skills, gross and fine motor co-ordination, auditory and visual discrimination as well as problem solving skills.

Grades 1 & 2 are divided into English and German medium classes and receive instruction in their mother tongue. All teaching is OBE based with an emphasis placed on the basics of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Afrikaans is introduced in Grade 3 and German is taught to those learners whose home language is German.

THE INTERMEDIATE PHASE
In Grades 4-6 Zulu is taught, while German is offered to the German-speaking learners. The remainder of the syllabus is geared to developing skills in Literacy, Mathematics, Natural and Social
Sciences, Economics and Management Sciences, Arts and Culture as well as Life Orientation.

THE SENIOR PHASE
This is regarded as the “exploratory phase” in that the learners are subjected to a compulsory range of learning areas including:

• Language, Literacy and Communication (English, Afrikaans and German)
• Human and Social Sciences (History and Geography)
• Technology (Typing and Technical Drawing)
• Mathematical Literacy, Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Arts and Culture
• Economics and Management Sciences
• Life Orientation

By the end of this phase, learners should be able to determine their personal strengths and skills that will allow for the selection of suitable subjects in Grades 10 - 12.

THE SENIOR SECONDARY PHASE: (Grades 10, 11 & 12)
The learners enter into a more specialized phase of their school career and are required to select a package from the following table:

NOTE:

English First Language (Line 1) and Afrikaans Second Language (Line 2) are included in all packages.

• EX = Exemption course; NON EX = Non-exemption course.
• Only one subject may be chosen per line.
• GERM can be taken only on line 7, i.e. as a 7th subject.

Non-Examination Courses: Computer4kids; IT Intellect.
The COMPUTER 4 KIDS Computer Literacy Programme is designed to teach Primary School learners the basic functions of Word Processing, Desk Top Publishing, Spreadsheets, Data Base and Internet Communication. IT Intellect qualifies the High School learners for the ICDL Examination, and thereafter offers instruction in the A+, introduction to the MCSE, and Web Design as well as examinations via the Internet.

DAILY ROUTINE - SENIOR SECTION BELL TIMES

JUNIOR SECTION BELL TIMES

HOMEWORK POLICY
The aim of homework is to consolidate and reinforce skills taught in the classroom. Each grade has a set homework timetable, but whether written homework is set or not is left to the discretion of teachers. If written homework is NOT set, the onus is on the learner to revise previous work.
Time / subject allocation per grade is as follows:

Homework books have to be kept by Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 learners. In these books details of all homework must be entered. It is helpful if parents keep a check on these books.

ASSESSMENT
The Wartburg-Kirchdorf School considers the academic programme as an integral component in the development of life skills and believes that most success in maximizing the child is achieved through a combined effort involving both the school and the parents. Parents are thus encouraged to contact the school should any matters of concern arise. Similarly the Principal will do his/her best to keep parents fully informed (both collectively and individually) of pertinent school matters.

Foundation Phase
1. In Grades R - 3 continuous assessment occurs in the three main learning areas.
2. From Grades 4-6 two tests / assessment marks will be undertaken in each learning area per term.

Objectives – Grades 7 - 12
1. To encourage and guide future work through continued learner effort.
2. To allow for re-enforcement and/or extension work and to develop learners potential.
3. To ensure regular feedback to learners and their parents/guardians which may facilitate short-, medium-, and long-term motivation and planning.
4. To allow for reflection on progress at significant points and to assess achievements of individual targets.

System

Mark orders
Include class test, orals, practical, assignments, class work and homework. Homework is only used if it is a true reflection of the learners’ own work. A minimum of 3 sets of marks per term are used.

Examinations
1. Examinations are used as a checking and grading device.
2. They differ from class tests in that they are longer and cover a much wider range of work. The learners’ performance therefore provides greater significance for grading purposes.
3. In compiling an examination total, an “ongoing” continuous assessment mark (based on class performance) may be built into the final determined result (up to 50% of the total score).

PARENT EVENINGS
Objective: To provide continuous and effective feedback to parents/guardians on academic and behavioural matters.
Process:
1. A Parents Evening (for both Junior and Secondary Phases) is held early in Term 2 to discuss progress (based on the Term 1 report). These meetings may run separately or concurrently.
2. Early in Term 3 the parents of Foundation Phase learners not progressing satisfactorily, are contacted with a view to solving problems.
3. Ongoing communication with parents also occurs via term end reports, letters to parents, newsletters, phone calls and interviews on request.

SPORTING ACTIVITIES
CRICKET - The School fields teams in all the customary age groups, from mini through to open. Weekly matches are arranged during the first and the fourth terms. We have one turf wicket and one mat surface, as well as 4 new practice nets. Use is made also of fields located in the village.

TENNIS - Tennis is played both competitively and socially. Girls' and Boys' teams in all the age groups are entered into the various leagues.

SWIMMING - Inter -house and inter-school galas are an annual feature. All senior learners are encouraged to participate in our standard points programme prior to our own gala.

RUGBY - This is a second term sport for the boys. We regularly field 7 teams: 1st, 2nd, U.15, U.14, U.13, U.12 and U.10. Fixtures are arranged against schools in the Midlands including Pietermaritzburg.

HOCKEY - Girls' hockey is very strong at our school and 12 teams are fielded annually. Indoor Hockey is played during the third and fourth term. Boys’ Hockey is offered through all the age groups.

ATHLETICS - This is the main sporting activity during Term 3. The Interhouse meeting remains an annual feature, while the School participates in a number of inter-school competitions. The School remains proud of all its sportsmen and women. Our teams compete very well against stronger opposition despite our limited numbers. This success rate is nurtured on the tide of a wonderful spirit that prevails amongst our scholars. Special mention must also made of all those who have achieved Provincial and National Colours in the various sporting disciplines.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
CHOIR - The school has a Senior and Junior Choir that practice twice weekly and perform at various musical functions. A number of learners have been members of the KZN Youth Choir in recent time.

BRASS BAND / RECORDER BAND – A number of accomplished musicians perform regularly at Eisteddfods and other music festivals. Scholars of the school are or have been members of the KZN Wind Band.

SCA - The Student’s Christian Association is very active. Guest speakers are also a common feature.

DEBATING & PUBLIC SPEAKING - The Debating Society offers the learners an opportunity to debate current issues in a formal situation. School teams are entered in various annual competitions and recently they have achieved some excellent results.

WILDLIFE & SCIENCE SOCIETY - The members of this society participate in a variety of activities all linked to the field of the sciences, e.g. nature conservation projects, field outings as well as trips to Pietermaritzburg to attend PINSSA meetings.

SCHOOL HOUSES
The houses are named after the dominant colours in our school badge: Blue, Grey and Green.

TRANSPORT
As the School serves a vast farming area, contract buses to and from Pietermaritzburg and the surrounding areas are used daily. Information in this regard can be obtained from the Office.

WARTBURG KIRCHDORF OLD SCHOLARS' ASSOCIATION – Founded 1956
Objectives

• To arrange regular gatherings of members of the Association
• To promote and uphold the comradeship and contact between members
• To assist the Wartburg-Kirchdorf School and its pupils financially or otherwise.
  

GOVERNING BODY
The Governing Body, elected according to prescribed regulations, holds office for a period of three years. The Committee that meets monthly, administers matters pertaining to the physical condition of the school buildings, the grounds and school fees.

SCHOOL FINANCES
In accordance with Provincial Notice No. 53, 1998 the school is responsible for the payment of all accounts incurred during the everyday running of its activities. The State remains responsible for the salaries of staff allocated according to PPN scales. As per staffing requirements the Governing Body employs additional full time staff - paid for by the parents of the school. School fees are payable in advance and may be paid by direct deposit in the school account as follows:

• A once-off payment in January
• Two (2) equal payments
• Ten (10) monthly payments from February to November
• Eleven (11) monthly payments from January to November

Account Name: Wartburg Kirchdorf School
Bank: First National Bank
Branch: 220231
Acc no: 62007873963

All financial arrangements are to be concluded with the Financial Secretary.

GROUP ACCIDENT INSURANCE SCHEME
Accident insurance is available to all scholars. See attached Information Circular contained within our application folder for more details or contact the school Secretary.

THRIFT SHOP
A well-stocked thrift shop containing a wide selection of new and good second hand uniforms is available at the school. The hours of business are:
Monday 12.30 - 14.30                                                                                                                                                              Tuesday 12.30 – 14.30
Friday 12.30 – 14.00

CODE OF CONDUCT
Legal Authority
The Code of Conduct has been negotiated with the Learners, Teachers and Parents of the learners, as represented by the Governing Body, and is applicable from 1999. This Code of Conduct has been drafted in accordance with Section 8 (1) of the South African Schools’ Act 84 of 1996.

Objectives

• The establishment of a disciplined and purposeful environment to facilitate effective education and learning in the Wartburg Kirchdorf School.
• To ensure that the quality education based on the proud record and tradition built by dedicated parents, staff and pupils over more than 120 years be upheld and to preserve the rich heritage for all learners.
• To encourage Learners to use common sense, to show consideration for others, to be honest and to conduct themselves at all times both at school and in public in such a way as to bring credit to the school.

The Institution

• The Wartburg-Kirchdorf School is a Combined School and is managed as a Public School by the Governing Body, which has been delegated the managerial authority by the Minister of Education to run the School.
• As an Academic Institution the Wartburg-Kirchdorf School takes the academic ability and performance of potential Learners into consideration for admission as well as for continued membership
  of the school.
• The Wartburg-Kirchdorf School is a fee -paying school. In accordance with a decision taken at a Parents Annual General Meeting the fees levied in order to meet the requirements of the approved annual Budget are compulsory.
• In keeping with its origin as a Church School and in accordance with the desire of the vast majority of parents, the Wartburg-Kirchdorf School is a Christian Institution in which Christian norms and principles underpin this Code of Conduct.

The Medium of Instruction
The Medium of Instruction is English, except for German speaking learners where the Medium may be German in Grades 1, 2 and 3. An adequate command of these two languages will therefore be a
recommendation for acceptance at the respective levels of entry.

Management Structure
The internal management of the Wartburg Kirchdorf School is the duty of the Principal who is assisted by each of the following groups of specifically appointed or elected members of the School Community that operate within the framework of their delegated fields of responsibilities as laid down in the General School Policy Document:

Management Committee -MANCO (Principal, Deputy Principal and Heads of Department)
Staff (Academic and Administrative)
Prefects, R.C.L and Class Captains
House Masters and House Captains
Media Center Prefects
Monitors and Bus Prefects
The Disciplinary Committee (Convened to conduct disciplinary hearings in cases of serious misconduct)

THE SCHOOL UNIFORM
In keeping with the tradition of the School, the Governing Body has adopted in its Constitution the principle that the learners of this school shall wear the prescribed School Uniform as specified below:

General Wear - Grades 1 – 12 Boys

• "College Grey" shorts.
• "College Grey" shirts - short sleeved with sew on school badge.
• Grey school socks.
• Plain, black, lace-up shoes - doc's, Bata toughies or grasshoppers.
• Plain, V-necked Grey school jersey, school tracksuit top or approved Matric jacket (Grade 12s’ only!).
• The complete school tracksuit may be worn on cold days.
• No T-shirt may be worn under the Grey shirts. Only sleeveless vests are permitted.

Official wear - Grades 1 – 7 Boys ( Fridays, Official School/Class outings, Last day of Term)

• The same as listed above.
• Black school blazer with School Badge.
• Plain, V-necked Grey school jersey may be worn under the blazer.

Official wear - Grades 8 – 12 Boys (Fridays, School sport functions/Official outings, Last day of Term)

• Grey long “flannel” trousers.
• White long-sleeved shirt.
• School tie.
• Grey school socks.
• Black shoes as above.
• Black blazer with school badge.
• Plain V-neck grey school jersey – may be worn under the blazer.

General Wear - Grades 1 – 7 Girls

• Royal Blue tetrex square-necked "princess style" tunic.
• White open-neck, short sleeve shirt.
• Short white socks or Grey "bobby" socks.
• Plain black buckle-up or lace-up sho es.
• Plain V-necked Grey school jersey or school tracksuit top.
• The complete school tracksuit may be worn on cold days.
• No T-shirt may be worn under the white shirts. Only sleeveless white Spencer’s are permitted.

General Wear - Grades 8 – 12 Girls

• Royal Blue tetrex, 6 paneled flared skirt.
• White open-neck short sleeved shirt.
• Short white socks or Grey "bobby" socks.
• Plain black buckle-up or lace-up shoes, e.g. doc's or Bata toughies.
• Plain V-necked Grey school jersey or school tracksuit top.
• The complete school tracksuit may be worn on cold days.
• No T-shirt may be worn under the white shirts. Only sleeveless white Spencer’s are permitted.

Official Wear - Grades 1- 7 Girls ( Fridays, School Sport Functions/Official Outings, Last day of Term)

• As in points 1 - 4 above.
• Black school blazer with School Badge.
• The plain, V-necked school jersey may be worn under the blazer.
• No T-shirt may be worn under the white shirts. Only sleeveless white Spencer’s are permitted.

Official Wear - Grades 8 – 12 Girls (Fridays, Sport functions/Official School outings, Last day of Term)

• Royal Blue skirt as in above.
• White long-sleeved shirt.
• School tie.
• Grey "bobby" socks.
• Shoes as in above.
• Black blazer with School Badge.
• The Grey school jersey may be worn under the blazer.
• The tracksuit top may not be worn with the above official wear.
• No T-shirt may be worn under the white shirts. Only sleeveless white Spencer’s are permitted.
• Stockings may be worn by Grade 12 girls.

SPORTS WEAR (Physical Education uniform, Athletics Tennis, Hockey, Netball - All grades)

• "Fred Perry" style white shirt with royal blue collar and sleeve trimming or school house T-shirt.
• Blue boxer shorts or royal blue tetrex “skorts”. (combination skirt and shorts)
• School tracksuit.
• Appropriate foot wear, e.g. running shoes, hockey boots, etc.

Cricket (All Grades)

• White shirt (or Official school shirt)
• White shorts (U10 – 14), cream longs (seniors).
• Grey school socks (U10 – 14), white socks (seniors).
• Appropriate sport shoes / Cricket boots.

Rugby (All Grades)

• The official school Rugby Jersey.
• White shorts.
• The official school Rugby Socks.
• Regulation rugby boots.

NOTE

• Occasionally certain teams in the different sport codes may wear specialized garments, e.g. Rugby Jerseys, Cricket and Hockey Shirts etc.
• Although it is not always possible for teams to practice in their match kit, it is essential that players attending the practices must be dressed as uniformly as possible with the emphasis on neatness! The coaches concerned will control this.
• The School Tracksuit serves as the main uniform garment at Athletics and Swimming meetings and must be worn by all team members.
• Boys traveling to and from all sport fixtures must wear their full School Uniform, i.e. the Friday uniform.
• Hockey players traveling to and from sports fixtures must wear their school blazer over their hockey uniform.
• Coaches and / or Team Managers have the right to make an input as to which garments of the above uniform list shall be worn at a specific meeting or event. It is the Coach's / Team Manager's duty to ensure that uniformity exists within the team or group concerned.

DRESS CODE

• The correct and full dress as described in the uniform list above is compulsory when the learner is at school, traveling to and from school, attending school functions (including Saturday sport) and for physical education lessons. Learners are encouraged to take pride in their uniform.
• All clothing items must be clearly marked. Lost items that are picked up should be handed in at the 'lost property' counter so that they can be returned to the rightful owner.
• Lapel badges may be worn at the discretion of the Headmaster.
• Each learner may wear badges depicting the House colour.

NOTE

• All possessions including clothing are brought to the school at the owners risk! Although the school management will do everything possible to prevent such items from being lost or stolen, the school cannot be held responsible for any losses or damages that may occur.
• After three months, all unclaimed lost property will be placed in the second hand shop for resale.
• Bulky, oversize pants (boys) and stretched or oversize jerseys may not be worn to school.
• Girls only are permitted to wear one pair of studs/sleepers (silver or gold) and only one per ear.
• Medic Al ert discs may be worn. No other jewelry is permitted.
• The wearing of make-up of any kind is not permitted.
• Hitchhiking in school uniform is strictly forbidden.

GIRLS - Appearance

• Fingernails must be kept short and neat at all times. Nails may not be seen to extend over the end of the fingers. Nail varnish, clear or coloured, is not permitted.
• Hair must be worn out of the face and must at all times be kept clean and neat.
• If the hair extends beyond the bottom edge of the collar, it must be tied back with white, black or royal blue ribbons, clips or scrunchies. No other colour hair accessories may be worn.
• Fringes may not hang over the eyebrows.
• Hair may not be permed, dyed or bleached. Exotic hairstyles are not permitted. Some traditional variations may be permitted at the discretion of the Principal.

BOYS - Appearance

• Hair and nails must be short and neat at all times.
• Hair must be tapered at the sides and at the back of the head.
• Sideburns may not reach lower than the upper edge of the ear hole.
• Fringes may not hang over the eyebrows.
• Hair may not be bleached, permed or dyed. In general, exotic hairstyles are not permitted.
• Any variations (tradition) may be permitted at the discretion of the Principal.

Regulations and Procedures
Attendance: School attendance is compulsory for learners of school-going age.

• Learners must be at school no later than 07:50 for the start of the school day.
• Learners should however not arrive before 07:30 as the school does not accept responsibility for their well being before this time. Latecomers must report to the front office.
• Learners may not leave the school grounds during school hours without official written permission.Written notice must be submitted in advance of the fact that a learner will be absent from school for a specific reason. This also applies to absence from any co-curricular activities.
• A note/doctors certificate must be submitted in the event of a learner missing school due to illness.
• The end of the School day is staggered as follows:
  Grades 00 – R 12:00
  Grades 01 – 02 13:00 Mon-Thur and 12:45 Fri
  Grades 03 - 07 14:00 Mon-Thur
  03 12:45 Fri
  04 - 07 14:00 Fri
  Grades 08 - 12 As per daily routine. (page 4)

Behaviour

• Learners behavior must always comply with the norms set to enhance the good name of the school.
• Learners are expected to be courteous at all times, particularly towards the staff, prefects and all visitors. This will involve standing when being addressed as well as assisting wherever needed.
• Instructions from Teachers and Prefects must be obeyed instantly and with good grace.
• Disorderly behavior such as fighting, bullying, intimidation, swearing, blasphemy, etc. is not permitted.
• Eating in class during lesson-time is strictly forbidden.
• Learners are not permitted to bring dangerous items or weapons including knives, pea-shooters, etc. onto the school grounds.
• The playing of all dangerous games on the school grounds is forbidden.
• Stealing or any form of unauthorized alienation of other peoples' property is strictly forbidden and constitutes a serious offence.
• All flammable materials including methylated spirits are strictly forbidden on the school premises.
• No learner may be in possession of tobacco, alcoholic drinks, drugs or pornography of any kind while on the school premises or in school uniform.
• Smoking and the consumption of alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicating substance while in school uniform, on the school premises or on an official School outing is strictly forbidden and constitutes a serious offence!
• Cell phones are not permitted in the classrooms. These must be left at the front office each morning and may be collected after school.
• The contravention of any law of the country by a learner and the subsequent conviction of such a learner in a court of law will have serious consequences for this learner's future membership of this School.

Areas, which are out of bounds for learners, include:

• The tarred parking area and the main gate area in front of the School.
• The area around the tractor shed and ground staff quarters.
• The quadrangle and the steps leading down to the science laboratory.
• The foyer except when on business to the secretaries' offices.
• The path past the Principal's Office.
• All the classrooms before school, during break times and after school hours unless specifically permitted or authorized by a teacher to be there.
• The school hall, unless specifically permitted or authorized by a teacher to be there.

School Buildings and Grounds

• The buildings and grounds are to be kept tidy and clean. Littering is not permitted. Use should be made of the refuse bins provided.
• Only Grade 12 learners may stay in their allocated registration classrooms before school and during break times. All the other learners may only remain in their classrooms at break during times of inclement weather.
• Learners may not run on the verandahs or on the concrete paths in and around the school.
• Change rooms and toilets must be kept clean and tidy. Dawdling and playing around in these facilities is not permitted.
• When changing classrooms between lessons learners must walk in single file, apply the “Keep Left” rule, move quickly, give way to adults and line up in single file outside the classroom concerned.
• Any damage done anywhere in the school is to be reported immediately, either to the teacher on duty or at the front office.
• Defacing of school property in any way, e.g. writing on desks, chairs or walls is forbidden.
• The swimming pool is out of bounds and may be used only under the supervision of a teacher or authorized coach.
• No bicycles, motorbikes or motorcars may be driven on the school grounds or on the sports fields. Learners driving any motor vehicle must be in possession of a valid driver's license.
• Learners are not permitted to receive any visitors without the permission of the Manco member on duty during school hours. All visitors to the school wishing to see a learner or a teacher must first report directly to the front office before proceeding onto the school premises.

Sport, Co-curricular Activities and Functions

• All learners are encouraged to participate in the co -curricular activities offered by the school.
• Membership of a team, society or group involves a commitment to attend all practices, matches, functions, etc. that involve the specific group.
• All team members of any particular sport or activity must be dressed in the prescribed dress or uniform as set out in the school's official uniform list. This applies also to the practice sessions concerned.
• When participating in any match or competition, the referee or judge's decisions must be accepted unconditionally.
• All learners are encouraged to attend school functions to show their support for the school and the teams or groups that participate. They are expected however to behave in a decent and civilized manner during such functions.
• Where possible the school will provide transport to and from venues. For the sake of group and team spirit team members will travel with the official transport to the venue.
• On the return trip, learners may travel with their parents only where permission has been granted by the teacher / coach on duty. Learners will NOT be allowed to travel with other people without advance, written consent from the parent/guardian.
• When traveling to and from sport fixtures, learners must wear the prescribed School Uniform. Girls playing Hockey, must wear their School Blazer over their Hockey uniform.

Buses

• Learners in possession of valid bus tickets may use the contractor's daily bus service to and from school.
• Learners may only board a bus under the supervision of a teacher or coach whilst on an official school outing.
• On the daily trips the bus prefects are in charge and their authority must be respected.

Tests and Examinations

• Class tests and Examinations will be conducted under the same conditions as the Senior Certificate Examinations at the end of every year. Irregularities are viewed in a very serious light and learners are encouraged not to indulge in any form of copying.
• Absence from an examination requires a medical certificate. If a learner's absenteeism is showing a pattern of coincidence with class tests, a medical certificate may be demanded.

Reward and Punishment

• Although it is the common perception and practice to punish those who do wrong, it is also very important to reward those who do right.
• Punishment is a corrective measure designed to maintain the orderly so ciety of the school.
• Although the punishment administered will suit the offence, recalcitrance and a lack of remorse will be viewed as aggravating circumstances. In a case where a learner is honest and immediately admits guilt the punishment may be reduced.
• The form of punishment for serious misconduct will be determined after a fair hearing and related due process has occurred.

Administering reward and Punishment Points

Demerits points scale

Punishment
The following action will be taken at various stages in the event of an accumulation of order marks:

NOTE

• Merits will not cancel out order marks.
• Demerits may be cancelled if the offender shows due retribution. The staff member giving the demerits may decide when and if to cancel.
• Any “instant” detention (+15) cannot be cancelled out.
• A “Once off” offence (eg. 100 order marks) will be taken in isolation and dealt with as per the nature of the offence.
• Members of the Disciplinary Committee (subject to legal ratification) include:
• The Principal, Deputy Principal, Grade Head, Chairman / Vice Chairman of the Governing Body,
• Councilor and the Class Representative of the Learner concerned.

The Principal, Deputy, Grade Head and Councilor will form the Executive of this Disciplinary Committee which will perform preliminary investigations (subject to legal ratification)

Practical Implementation

• All Teachers must record all Merit marks as well as the Order marks they give in the files that are kept in the staff room for this purpose. Learners must be informed about any marks given.
• The Senior Section Prefects can give demerits that must also be recorded as prescribed.
• Detention slips, notifying the learner/parent, will be handed out on the Wednesday prior to the detention.
• The merit or demerit total for any learner is not cancelled at the end of any term during the year. Although demerits will be cancelled at the end of each year, they will be kept on record for future reference.
• No excuses from Detention will be acceptable – unless in an absolute emergency.

Conclusion
Every parent admitting a learner to the school (and every learner admitted to Grade 8 or higher) will, on admission be required to read this Code of Conduct and to sign an undertaking to adhere to the rules and regulations as laid down in this Document - and to accept the Disciplinary procedures of the school.