Many schools use an On-Call system to remove disruptive pupils from lessons so that learning can continue uninterrupted.  However, how many schools actually know the impact of this on the student removed from the lesson and on the other students in the lesson once their peer has been removed?

Monitoring the use of an On-Call facility is essential in order to know its impact and whether the system is being used correctly by staff.

When inspecting behaviour and On-Call system, the guidance for Ofsted inspectors states that,

"Inspectors should take account of documentary evidence about pupils’ behaviour, including records of .. the use of any ‘on-call’ systems",

specifically in relation to the use of On-Call systems the guidance says,

"In order to judge their impact and effectiveness, ask senior leaders for their analysis of the impact and effectiveness of the school’s strategies". 

Schools that use Sleuth have access to this information on a daily basis and are proactive in using it to inform policy.  Schools are able to identify where and how to improve the use of On-Call so that its impact on teaching and learning is positive.  Monitoring On-Call leads to:

• Targeted support for staff, relevant behaviour management CPD
• Appropriate support and alternative provision for students
• Consistent use of policy in practice

One school who introduced Sleuth to monitor their Standby (On-Call) system and to develop their Behaviour for Learning policy have kindly shared their experiences.  To read the full case study click here.