The children are the lifeblood of the school, and we believe that we should show and live our vision:

" Love for Others, Learning in Every Step

Each year group elects one representative onto the School Parliament, whose remit is to present the views of the pupils on the running of the school. The children meet with Ms Cohen on a regular basis and discuss issues that have been raised by the pupils and ideas about how to solve them. They are involved in decisions that have an impact on the school, from events and trips, school dinners, activities and wider interaction within the community and are pivotal to ensuring the wider school is a friendly and caring environment for all the children and staff alike.

When children arrive at Saint Sebastian’s, we understand that it can be daunting and some children may feel anxious or apprehensive — especially our youngest pupils. At Saint Sebastian’s, we proudly run a buddy system where pupils in Year 6 undertake a mentoring role for pupils in the Nursery and also in the Reception Class. This system proves to be extremely popular amongst the pupils, with the older children excited to be role models for the younger pupils and for the Reception Class children to have an older child guiding and supporting them. We are committed to providing a caring, supportive environment for our pupils to learn in, and the personal well-being of all of our pupils is at the heart of everything that we do.

Children are regularly reminded of our "Expected Behaviours," which all children and staff are expected to adhere to. At the start of each school year, classroom charters are drawn up and agreed by the children in each class. 

Children can gain points for their family groups based on our school values of love, respect, aspiration and courage; the points are then recorded on Class Dojo. The winning family group receives some extra play as a reward. Each week, the class teacher presents a cup to a member of their class. This could be for good work, good behaviour or linked with our school values. Year 6 also has an ethos cup, presented weekly to a Year 6 child who best supports the promises they made in the Charter Ceremony at the start of the school year. Annually, we also present cups for outstanding achievement in English, maths, sports, the arts, as well as citizenship.

The school’s Behaviour Policy and Anti-Bullying Policy are available from the office and can also be viewed on our website. 

The Governors and staff of Saint Sebastian's Primary School are fully committed to safeguarding all the children who belong to the school community. The school recognises its legal and moral duty to promote the well-being of children, and protect them from harm, and respond to child abuse. 

We believe that every child, regardless of age, has, at all times and in all situations, a right to feel safe and protected from any situation or practice that results in a child being physically or psychologically damaged. We are fully committed to ensuring that the safety and security of the children in our care is maintained.

Saint Sebastian’s Primary School recognises that every member of its staff has a key role in the prevention of harm, and the early identification, intervention and support for pupils at risk of significant harm. The school endeavours to provide an environment where children are valued and know that their concerns will be taken seriously. We aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels happy, safe and secure. We promote an atmosphere of truth and honesty in which everyone feels valued and shows respect for each other and their surroundings. As a team, we are committed to high expectations and continuous improvement. We adopt a child-centred approach to high-quality teaching and learning, inspiring everyone to achieve their full potential.

This duty extends to taking all reasonable steps to prevent children from suffering any form of maltreatment. All members of staff have a duty of care to all the children in the school. All members of staff are alert to the signs of abuse and must report any concerns if they have reasonable suspicion that a child may be suffering or likely to suffer harm.