Ruthven

House Ethos

• To encourage pupils to help each other and to care for one another's welfare
• To provide a clear and reasonable structure of rules and to follow them consistently
• To help to develop each pupil's self-esteem, social skills and sense of responsibility
• To reward achievements of all kinds
• To challenge anti-social behaviour, rudeness and non-participation
• To respect individuals' views, individuality and privacy
• To provide an attractive and stimulating environment and to foster pride in the house
• To have an available adult presence on the premises at all times
• To care for the academic, social and emotional needs of all the pupils in the house.