Currimundi Special School uses Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) as the multi-tiered system of support for discipline in the school. This is a whole-school approach, used in all classrooms and programs offered through the school, including sporting activities and excursions.
PBL is an evidence-based framework used to:
- analyse and improve student behaviour and learning outcomes
- ensure that only evidence-based practices are used correctly by teachers to support students
- continually support staff members to maintain consistent school and classroom improvement practices
At Currimundi Special School, discipline is a word that reflects our belief that student behaviour is a part of the overall teaching and learning approach in our school. Our staff take responsibility for making their expectations clear, for providing supportive instruction about how to meet these expectations and strive to use behavioural incidents as opportunities to re-teach.
Our staff are committed to delivering a high quality of education for every student, and believe all adults in the school, whether visiting or working, should meet the same three Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) expectations in place for students: Caring, Safe, Successful Learners (P-10) or the core values of Respect, Resilience, Responsibility for senior secondary students (11-12). Below are our school matrices for our PBL expectations (P-10), core values (11-12) and safe travel (community-based learning).
Student Wellbeing
Currimundi Special School uses the Australian Student Wellbeing Framework to promote positive relationships and the wellbeing of all students, staff and visitors at the school. Our staff know student learning is optimised when they feel connected to others and experience safe and trusting relationships. Students who feel secure are more likely to be active participants in their learning and to achieve better physical, emotional, social and educational outcomes. The Australian Student Wellbeing Framework encompasses the following five priorities
- Leadership
- Inclusion
- Student voice
- Partnerships
- Support
Student voice
Currimundi Special School has an active Student Council, with diverse representatives meeting regularly with the school leadership team to promote strategies to improve student wellbeing, safety and learning outcomes. Currimundi Special School actively seeks a strong and authentic student voice across the school. Student councillors can self-nominate or are selected by their peers to represent their class views. The role is shared throughout the year to ensure all students have an opportunity to participate if they wish.