Rivacre Brook School Information
Please use the links and documents throughout the sections of this page to find our key policies.
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Behaviour Policy
Our pupils often come with complex needs, including emotional, behavioural, and social challenges, many having experienced exclusion from mainstream education. This policy outlines our trauma-informed, relationship-centred approach to supporting positive behaviour across our independent special schools.
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Attendance Policy
Keys Group schools are committed to working in partnership with pupils and families to promote and support high levels of attendance.
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Accessibility Policy
We are dedicated to challenging attitudes towards disability and accessibility and fostering a culture of awareness, tolerance, and inclusion.
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Pupil Admission Policy and Procedure
The policy provides a clear, informed, supportive, and fair framework for admitting pupils to our School. It applies to all prospective pupils and those involved in the admission process.
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Staff Code of Conduct Policy
This policy sets and maintains the standards of conduct expected of all staff across Keys Group Schools. Our aim is to ensure a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment where pupils, many of whom have experienced trauma or challenging circumstances, can thrive.
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Spiritual, Moral, Social, and Cultural (SMSC) Policy
We recognise that many pupils arrive with unmet basic needs and a history of instability. Our schools provide stability, care, and a sense of belonging, enabling pupils to develop self-confidence, resilience, and a positive sense of identity within a supportive community
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Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) Policy
This policy is written in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice (2014, updated 2015 and 2020), the Children and Families Act 2014, and relevant statutory guidance, ensuring compliance with the OFSTED inspection framework.
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Risk Assessment Policy
This policy sets out the framework for identifying, assessing, managing, and reviewing risks within our School to ensure the wellbeing of all stakeholders.
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Positive Handling and Physical Intervention Policy
We commit to minimising restrictive practises, working towards restraint-free care based on trust, understanding, and positive relationships.
