Student Management for Positive Behaviour

Jiemin’s disciplinary beliefs

At Jiemin Primary School, we believe that to discipline is to care. We believe that every pupil matters and has the capacity to learn, grow and make positive choices. Our approach to discipline is therefore grounded in care, respect and the belief that every behaviour presents an opportunity for learning. We set clear expectations and firm boundaries while building strong relationships that enable pupils to feel supported and understood. Through restorative practices and strong partnerships with parents, we work together to nurture our Jieminites to take responsibility for their actions, learn from their experiences and contribute to creating a safe and caring environment for everyone.

Jiemin’s anti-bullying policy

At Jiemin Primary School, we believe every pupil deserves to learn in a safe and caring environment. Our approach centres on cultivating kindness, empathy, and respect, whilst addressing any hurtful behaviour that may arise. Through a strong school-home partnership, we seek to nurture positive values of responsibility, respect, and care for others, developing our pupils into confident and discerning citizens.

What is bullying?

Bullying involves persistent and intentional hurtful acts, while other hurtful behaviours include once-off insensitive comments and physical fights. Bullying and hurtful behaviours can take various forms, including verbal, social, physical and cyber:

• Verbal: Name-calling, spreading rumours, or making threats

• Social exclusion: Deliberately leaving someone out, or encouraging others to ignore someone

• Physical actions: Pushing, hitting, or damaging someone's belongings

• Cyber bullying: Using online technology like phones, computers, or social media to hurt or embarrass others on purpose and repeatedly

We take a firm stance against all forms of hurtful behaviours, from once-off, insensitive comments to persistent intentional acts of bullying and physical violence. This understanding guides our school in managing different forms of hurtful behaviours.

We recognise that children will sometimes have disagreements or say things they do not mean. We help pupils understand the difference between occasional conflicts, which are a natural part of school life, and persistent bullying behaviour, ensuring each situation is addressed with care and appropriate support.

How we prevent Incidents

• Take a firm stance against hurtful behaviours and bullying

• Foster a caring and enabling school environment, with positive teacher-student relationships and strong peer support structure with trained student leaders

• Conduct Character & Citizenship Education lessons on empathy, conflict management, resilience and cyber wellness

• Have regular communications with staff and students

How to report concerns

We want parents and students to feel comfortable coming to us with any concerns. You can reach out to us in several ways:

• Direct reporting to any staff member

• Jiemin’s Online Reporting Channel:
  C.A.R.E@Jiemin ↗ (opens in new tab) (Connect. Assist. Report. Engage)

• Parent contact with teachers/school leaders

• Calling the school General office

• Writing to the school through the school’s email address

How we respond

• Immediate physical and psychological safety measures for all students involved

• Prompt investigation and timely updates, subject to case complexity

• Safety plans for affected students

• Consequences focusing on learning prosocial skills and relationship repair

• Restorative support including school counselling, external referrals and community resources

• Partnership with parents throughout the process, including informing parents at the earliest opportunity

How parents can support

• Talk regularly with your child about school experiences and friendships

• Teach respectful behaviour and reinforce healthy digital habits at home

• Monitor your child’s online and offline interactions and activities

• Share concerns promptly with your child’s Form Teacher or Year Head

• Work collaboratively with school on agreed interventions

• Model positive behaviour in your own interactions, such as being calm and respectful in communications

• Use 'teachable moments' in your daily interactions with your child to explain why certain conduct is inappropriate

Get in touch

We are here to listen and help. If you would like to bring an incident to our attention, you can reach out to us via any of the following methods:

• Call: 67586472

• Email: jiemin_ps@moe.edu.sg ↗ (opens in new tab)

• Jiemin’s Online Reporting Channel:
  C.A.R.E@Jiemin (Connect. Assist. Report. Engage)

• Inform any staff member

We review this policy regularly to make sure it continues to serve our school community well. Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome.