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The response to more serious cases would be as described in “subsequent
offences” in the table above and could involve an immediate requirement to leave
the school. Such cases would include any incident of a student supplying
solvents to others, or in other ways seeking to persuade others to abuse
solvents.
Alcohol
For older people (by that we mean people over the age of 18 years) drinking of
alcohol is a sociable and enjoyable part of our British culture and tradition.
However, the abuse of alcohol
can result in many problems in
our society, i.e. crime, violence
and accidents. The risks to health
posed by alcohol abuse have also
long been established.
There may also be a risk of addiction.
As a school, we believe that
it is our responsibility to do
all we reasonably can to
educate you about alcohol
and prevent you from
abusing it or becoming
addicted.
Consumption of alcohol, purchase and/or possession of alcohol by students is
therefore forbidden on the school campus, on school buses and on any school
trip or activity involving time spent away from the campus.
The school brings the risks of alcohol abuse to the attention of students in the
following ways:
For each year group, as part of the structured PSHCE
programme: material appropriate to age is presented
to students, with the opportunity for subsequent
discussions in tutor groups.
For students in Science classes: the topic is raised
several times in Key Stage 3 and 4 courses.
For all students: medical staff ensure that health
promotion posters concerning alcohol abuse are
prominently posted. Literature and other advice are
freely available to any student who seeks help via an
appointment with a doctor or member of the nursing
staff.
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