The question of discipline in schools is in the media again. The focus point for the debate is a recently reopened academy in Great Yarmouth, which has introduced new behaviour guidelines to improve pupil performance. The leaked guidelines were viewed by some parents and commentators as ‘draconian’, and prompted several requests from parents to transfer children out of the school.
Northumberland Youth Offending Service is the latest organisation to achieve the Restorative Service Quality Mark (RSQM).
The RSQM is a badge of quality that guarantees that a service provides safe, high quality restorative practice which meets the six Restorative Service Standards. Northumberland Youth Offending Service joins other RSQM awardees – in sectors ranging from criminal justice through education to care – delivering high quality restorative processes.
Chris Straker, the RJC’s interim chief executive, said:
This blog is the first of a new RJC blog series highlighting how restorative practice connects with some of the big themes of the day. In this first blog of the series, the RJC’s interim chief executive, Chris Straker, reflects on the links between democracy and restorative practice.
Tomorrow is International Day of Democracy, with a theme of ‘democracy and conflict prevention’. This provides a perfect opportunity to reflect on the vital, but often overlooked, role of restorative practice in strengthening democratic involvement.
Moulton School and Science College is the latest organisation to achieve the Restorative Services Quality Mark.
Chris Straker, the RJC’s interim chief executive, said:
“A huge congratulations to Moulton School and Science College for successfully completing the RSQM. This fantastic achievement demonstrates their commitment to providing the highest quality restorative practice.”
The RJC is delighted to announce that The Iffley Academy has been awarded the Restorative Service Quality Mark (RSQM).
The RSQM is a badge of quality that demonstrates that a service provides safe, high quality restorative practice which meets the six Restorative Service Standards.
Chris Straker, the RJC’s interim chief executive, said: “Congratulations to The Iffley Academy on being awarded the RSQM. I’m delighted to see that the highest quality restorative practice is being delivered in this school for children and young people with complex special education needs.”
When Eddie was assaulted by a boy he knew, it had a long-term impact on his health, his wellbeing and his family. Here, he describes how restorative justice helped him get his confidence back.
The RJC is inviting members to stand for election to join our board of trustees.
The board of trustees is the RJC's governing body. Our role as a board is about corporate governance – collectively setting goals and ensuring that the RJC works effectively to meet those goals for the public benefit.
