Statement of behaviour principles: model and examples

Last reviewed on 2 August 2022
Statutory/mandatory for: Maintained schools Pupil referral units Non-maintained special schools

Some schools are required to have a statement written by governors alongside their behaviour policy. See our template and examples from schools to help you figure out what this statement should look like.

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Contents

  1. Model policy from The Key
  2. Requirements
  3. What the statement should cover
  4. Examples from schools

Model policy from The Key

We have created a model behaviour policy, which includes a statement of behaviour principles in appendix 1.

Approved by Forbes Solicitors, this model policy is designed for you to adapt to suit your school’s context.

Model policy: behaviour (schools) DOC, 364.0 KB

For more model policies and complete policy support from The Key, go to Policy Expert. 

Requirements

A statement of behaviour principles written by governors is required by all:

  • Maintained schools
  • Pupil referral units (PRUs)
  • Non-maintained special schools

Academies and free schools aren't required to have a statement of behaviour principles, but it's recommended that they do (see the section on behaviour).

 The principles must:

  • Guide the headteacher in determining measures to promote good behaviour and discipline amongst pupils
  • Be consulted upon with the headteacher, school staff, parents and pupils
  • Be published on your website

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