School Wide Positive Behaviour Support

School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) is a key element of our wellbeing approach at MVPS. It provides a whole‑school framework that promotes positive behaviour, inclusion and strong relationships across all year levels.

At Malvern Valley Primary School, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment for every student. Our SWPBS approach is guided by our four core values: Respect, Confidence, Co‑operation and Resilience. These values shape the way we learn, interact and contribute to our school community, both inside and outside the classroom.

Teachers explicitly teach and reinforce these values through age‑appropriate lessons, discussions and daily routines. This helps students collaborate effectively with their peers and engage in learning in a positive, predictable environment.

SWPBS also incorporates positive classroom management strategies that focus on teaching and reinforcing expected behaviours in all school settings. Students are supported to understand what positive behaviour looks like and are acknowledged when they demonstrate it.

In addition, students are guided through restorative practices to resolve conflicts. They learn how to communicate effectively, take responsibility for their actions and work collaboratively to repair relationships.

By embedding our core values and SWPBS practices into everyday school life, we support students to develop the social, emotional and behavioural skills they need to thrive at MVPS and beyond.

Restorative chats at Malvern Valley Primary School involve bringing together individuals who may have been involved in a conflict or disagreement to resolve issues, repair harm, and restore relationships. These chats are based on restorative justice principles, which focus on repairing the harm caused by wrongdoing rather than simply punishing the wrongdoer.

Restorative chats at Malvern Valley Primary School not only help resolve conflicts but also teach valuable social and emotional skills, such as communication, empathy, and conflict resolution, which are essential for creating a positive and inclusive school community.