Answer to Question #216181 in English for Esko

Question

Describe what the School governing body should take into consideration in formulating a code of conduct

Answer 1

School governing bodies are statutory bodies aimed at improving the quality of teaching and learning in schools; ensuring good governance; advancing the democratic transformation of society and establishing a position of trust in schools. They are responsible for drafting certain school policies, including a code of conduct for learners. The code of conduct is aimed at establishing a disciplined and purposeful school environment, dedicated to improving and maintaining the quality of the learning process within a school.

In formulating the code of conduct, the SGB of any public school must adopt a code of conduct for learners after consultation with learners, parents, and the educators or principal of the school, as they are all stakeholders in the school.  

In the formulation of code of conduct, they have to consider the learners as the key people in the school set up by ensuring it is;

. promoting the rights and safety of all learners, educators, and parents;

• ensuring that learners take responsibility for their own actions and behaviors;

• prohibiting all forms of unfair discrimination and intolerance; and

• eliminating disruptive and offensive conduct.