Secondary Parent Handbook

NCBIS students:

• Demonstrate empathy and respect in all interactions, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning community.
• Show self-regulation and take ownership of behaviour, understanding that character growth underpins high performance.
• Exhibit concern for the wider community by respecting shared spaces and resources, showing responsible citizenship.
• Demonstrate reliability and time management, recognising that punctuality supports personal and collective success.
• Act with consideration for others, showing social awareness and self-discipline in shared environments.
• Present themselves with pride and integrity, understanding the importance of professionalism and school identity.
• Display perseverance, ambition and a strong work ethic, striving for continuous improvement and academic excellence.
• Approach learning with focus and intent, showing mental agility and readiness to engage with challenge.
• Lead by example with confidence and empathy, inspiring others to adopt high standards of behaviour and learning. 
• Use language purposefully to support communication, collaboration and learning, showing open-mindedness and respect for the school culture.
• Use technology responsibly and with self-regulation, understanding its role in supporting rather than disrupting learning. 

NCBIS parents:

• Attend school events, workshops, and parent-teacher meetings to stay connected with your child’s learning journey.
• Ensure regular attendance and punctuality of your child as essential to high performance and consistent learning.
• Where possible, ensure one parent remains in-country during term time, and inform the school if both parents will be away.
• Promote responsibility and time management by encouraging your child to meet deadlines and complete homework.
• Ensure your child is dressed in the correct school uniform or appropriate attire, helping them take pride in their presentation.
• Communicate any learning concerns promptly and act on professional recommendations regarding assessments or external support.
• Arrive on time for school events and pick-ups, modelling punctuality and reliability.
• Support the school’s behaviour policies and work collaboratively with staff to reinforce expectations and agreed consequences.
• Provide a supportive home learning environment with time, space, and encouragement for your child to prioritise study.
• Ensure your child comes to school with the equipment needed to engage fully in lessons.
• Share any concerns or personal circumstances that may impact your child’s learning or behaviour so we can support them effectively.
• Respect staff time by requesting appointments in advance to discuss questions or concerns.
• Encourage your child to speak English in school and on school transport in line with our language policy, supporting inclusion and communication.
• Engage actively with school policies and documentation, ensuring full understanding of expectations and procedures.

NCBIS teachers:

• Are role models for the students.
• Apply NCBIS policies consistently.
• Use appropriate language to all.
• Adhere to the dress code.
• Participate in ECAs and whole school events.
• Are proactive with parent / teacher relationships, and are open and welcoming.
• Respond to parental enquiries within 2 working days and arrange meetings as soon as is practical / possible.
• Are aware of the needs of all learners, including those in Learning Support and EAL.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Are ambassadors for the school at all times.
• Provide a positive learning environment.
• display a sensitive and caring attitude to all.
• Always act in a culturally sensitive manner ensuring that any comments are respectful of the local culture and the culture of any member of the school community.
• Plan engaging lessons that are inclusive of all learners.