Our School Policies

Every learner has potential to achieve through good conduct and discipline.

Our Admission Policy

The provisions of this admission policy are subject to their meeting the requirements of the constitution of South Africa and all applicable legislation, including the stipulations of the South African Schools Act, No. 84 of 1996, and the Western Cape Basic Education school education law.

No learner will be refused admission to this school on the grounds of race, gender or religious belief.

Where selection becomes necessary because the number of applicants exceeds the number of available places, selection shall be based on the following criteria:

preference will be given to siblings, except where this is not in the best interests of the child.
preference will be given to applicants with a record of academic success in identified areas.
preference will be given to applicants with a record of involvement in, or who demonstrate an interest in, one or more of the cultural and sporting activities which form part of this school’s extra-curricular programme.
special provision will be made in the selection process for applicants from educationally disadvantaged communities.
the capacity of the school to provide an acceptable quality of education to the applicant: this provision applies particularly to applicants with special needs and barriers to learning.
the age of the pupil.
preference will be given to children of past pupils of this school.

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Discipline and Focus

are required for success.

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Classroom Conduct

Every learner is expected to:

Be punctual:
- Arrive at class on time so that you are ready to start the lesson. Lateness is inconsiderate, because it disrupts the efforts of both your teacher and your fellow classmates.
- Take out what you need for your lesson as soon as you get to your desk or table. Do not wait to be told to do so. This shows that you are mature, responsible and self-motivated.

Be prepared:
- Bring what is needed to the lesson, the books, stationery and writing implements you need, your homework done and, most importantly, be ready to learn and contribute to the lesson.

Be respectful:
- Stand when an adult enters the room. You do this to show respect for the adult concerned. Wait for either your teacher or the adult concerned to ask you to sit.
- Greet your teacher at the start and end of each lesson.
- Respect your teacher and your peers by not talking when your teacher is talking. If you want to contribute, raise your hand and wait for your teacher to invite you to contribute. Listen to your peers during classroom discussion, and wait your turn to make your contribution.
- Do not pack away your books until the teacher has indicated that the lesson is over. This disrupts the lesson and is inconsiderate to your peers and your teacher
- Respect the property of others and of the school. Do not deface desks, steal drawing pins, mess with chalk, fiddle with the overhead projector or borrow things without permission.
- Keep your classroom neat and clean. Put litter and paper scraps in the litter bin, not in the desk or on the floor. No one likes to work in a dirty or untidy environment.

Be responsible:
- Take responsibility firstly for yourself and for your own behaviour. Encourage your peers to do the same.

Be supportive:
- Do what you can to make everyone feel happy and accepted in your class. Always be willing to widen your circle of friends to ensure that no one is left out.
- With the permission of your teacher, help those who may be struggling.

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Code of Conduct

Both learners and parents must please ensure that they are absolutely familiar with contents of this code prior to the start of the learner’s career at BEST COLLEGE.

Learners:

accept that social responsibility, honesty, integrity, truthfulness, punctuality, regular attendance and compassion are core values of BEST COLLEGE.
adhere to the COVID regulations when applicable.
undertake to take care of my health and hygiene as this will ensure my wellbeing and safety.
undertake to ensure that I will at all times be courteous and demonstrate respect for the beliefs, customs, language, individuality and property of others.
undertake to ensure that I do my homework regularly, prepare thoroughly for tests and examinations, submit assignments and other allocated academic tasks timeously.
will ensure that my behaviour in the classroom does not impact negatively on an orderly and harmonious learning environment, nor interfere with or prevent others from learning.
ensure that I will use my and the College’s resources carefully and wisely.
will adhere to the regulations regarding appearance and school uniform and understand that it is desirable that I appear neatly and appropriately dressed at all times.
understand and accept that I need to be at the College from Monday to Friday.
understand that my involvement in any instances of cheating, plagiarism, theft, bullying (verbal or physical), sexual harassment, smoking or substance abuse will be treated as serious misconduct and could jeopardise my continuing at BEST COLLEGE.
accept responsibility for my own behaviour and my own learning.
accept that the community at large will regard me as a representative of BEST COLLEGE and I undertake not to do anything to bring discredit to the College or its reputation.

Our Drugs Policy

The aim of this policy is to encourage all learners to abstain from using any drugs listed below. This document sets out the school’s policy on drugs, alcohol and tobacco use. Every learner and his/her parents or guardians are required to sign it as acknowledgement that they have read and understood it, and that they have agreed to abide by this policy.

Position

The school does not tolerate:

the use or possession of any illegal or prohibited substances.
the possession of drug-related equipment such as cigarette papers, pipes, vapes, e-cigarettes, etc.
the use of anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing substances.
the inappropriate use of solvents, inhalants and similar agents.
the consumption of alcohol and the smoking of tobacco, e-cigarettes or marijuana.

Procedure

Anybody found in possession of, or using, any of these substances either on school property, or when in school uniform, or when under the supervision of the school, or attending school-related functions, including sports outings and social events, will be subject to the following procedure:

The learner will first be interviewed by the school counsellor or senior member of staff to determine the nature and extent of the learner’s involvement with drugs (casual experimentation, habitual use, drug dependence, dealing, etc.) and to determine the appropriate response.

The learner’s parents will be informed of the learner’s involvement, and they will be required to attend a meeting at school to discuss the matter.

If, on the basis of the interview, the school considers it necessary to refer the learner to an agency for professional drug counselling or other treatment, the parents will be informed of this. The cost of such treatment shall be paid for by the learner’s family. In instances where parents are unable to afford treatment, the learner will be referred to appropriate state health facilities or agencies.

Disciplinary action against the student may follow if, in the opinion of the school, this is warranted by the nature of the learner’s involvement with drugs.

The results of such disciplinary action may include the provision of support, including professional drug counselling, to a range of punishments which may include expulsion. In the case of illegal substances, the matter will be reported to the South African Police Service. Dealing in drugs or involving others in their use will normally result in a recommendation that the student be expelled from the school.

Addiction, treatment and help

The school understands that addiction is a medical problem, and that certain drug use may need support and treatment rather than punishment. Any learner who asks for, or is identified as needing, assistance in coping with drug use, will not be punished, but will be expected to attend appropriate counselling.