Foundation & Intermediate Phase

Iona Convent Primary School is a Catholic school committed to excellence in education, rooted in Gospel values. Our aim is to develop learners spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially in a safe and nurturing environment. School rules guide learners and ensure cooperation between teachers, learners, and parents.

General Conduct

  • Speak English at all times at school.

  • Greet staff and visitors politely; stand when a teacher or adult enters the classroom.

  • Walk quietly in single file in passages and staircases; keep to the left.

  • Fighting, swearing, bullying, harassment, and aggressive behaviour are not tolerated.

  • Stealing, vandalism, or posting inappropriate content on social media is serious and may lead to disciplinary action.

  • Obey teachers, prefects, and other appointed learners.

  • No possession of alcohol, drugs, pornography, or weapons on school property or while in uniform.

School Day

  • Start: 07:40 – line up for assembly

  • End: 13:55 (Mon–Thu) | 13:25 (Fri)

  • Late learners must sign in at the main gate

  • Learners may not leave the school grounds without written permission

  • Extra-murals run after school; parents provide transport

  • Learners may not leave the classroom during lessons without permission

Attendance

  • Notify school if your child is absent

  • For absences ≥3 days, a doctor’s certificate is required

  • Absences on test or assessment days require a medical certificate

  • Early leave requires a written note; learners must be signed out at the office

Merit & Demerit System

Merits:

  • Awarded for good work, behaviour, and service

  • 10 merits: Merit badge worn for a week

  • 40 merits: Full page → VIP Learner of the Day:

    • Wear civvies for a day

    • Sit next to a friend

    • Earlier break with a friend

    • No homework for the day

    • Skip a spelling/timetable test

  • Demerits:

    • Given for: incomplete homework, missing books, poor conduct, dishonesty, talking, or not following rules

    • 5 demerits: Break detention for a week

    • 10 demerits: Afternoon detention; parent meeting with teacher

Behaviour at School

  • No toys, chewing gum, or personal electronic devices (except approved emergency phones)

  • Respect chapel and religious activities

  • Keep litter out of school grounds; respect school property

  • Library and school books must be treated with care; lost/damaged items billed

Homework & Books

  • Parents/guardians to monitor daily; sign homework and reading books
  • Books must be kept in a bag; lost/damaged books billed at R150
  • Outstanding tasks prevent participation in outings
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Aftercare

  • Report to designated teachers after school

  • Follow aftercare staff instructions

  • May purchase food items when permitted

  • Must be collected before 17:30

Dress Code

Foundation Phase – Girls:

  • Summer: Blue school dress, school jersey, black shoes, white ankle socks

  • Winter: Grey trousers, white long sleeve shirt, school jersey/Drimac, optional beanie/blanket

  • Sports: Navy shorts, white golf T-shirt, white takkies; swimming: black costume, blue/black cap

Jewellery:

  • Plain watch, medical bracelet, simple cross chain under uniform

  • Earrings: 1 per ear, plain stud or small sleeper

  • No other jewellery

Hair:

  • Clean, neat, tied back if shoulder length or longer

  • Natural colour; no dyes or coloured braids

  • Plain black/blue elastics only; no decorative clips

Makeup & Nails:

  • No makeup, glossy lip balm, nail polish, or cosmetic enhancements

  • Nails short and clean

School Property & Belongings

  • Littering, vandalism, and damage are serious offences; parents are responsible for repair/replacement

  • Library books and school equipment must be treated with care; lost/damaged items billed

  • All belongings clearly marked; books must be covered

  • Large sums of money discouraged

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