Policy Statement
The School is committed to promoting the health, safety, and well-being of its entire community by upholding a strict code of conduct concerning drug and alcohol misuse. Recognising the impact substance misuse can have on academic performance, individual potential, and the wider community, the 'Drugs and Alcohol Misuse Code of Conduct' outlines the School's approach to prevention, education, and intervention. This policy applies to all students, staff, and visitors to the School’s premises, ensuring a secure and productive environment conducive to learning and personal development.
Principles
- Health: Prioritising the physical and mental health of the School community in relation to drugs and alcohol.
- Safety: Ensuring a safe learning and working environment for all.
- Education: Providing education and resources on the risks associated with drug and alcohol misuse.
- Support: Offering support and signposting to services for those affected by substance misuse.
- Responsibility: Encouraging personal responsibility concerning substance use and its consequences.
- Respect: Maintaining respect for the laws and regulations regarding drugs and alcohol.
- Prevention: Focusing on the prevention of drug and alcohol misuse within the School.
- Discipline: Enforcing disciplinary measures for violations of the code of conduct.
- Welfare: Recognising and responding to substance misuse as a welfare concern.
- Zero Tolerance: Implementing a zero-tolerance policy on the illegal use or distribution of drugs.
- Confidentiality: Respecting confidentiality in the management of drug and alcohol-related issues.
- Collaboration: Working with external organisations to enhance the effectiveness of our drug and alcohol policy.
Metrics and KPIs
The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as key performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.