Date Created	Date 1st Review Due	Date Reviewed	Version	Next Review Due
February 2023	February 2024
		February 2024	2	February 2025
		February 2025	3	February 2026

1. Purpose

This policy outlines the procedures and expectations for the supervision of pupils during the school day and during school-related activities, to ensure their safety, wellbeing, and appropriate conduct.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, and individuals responsible for supervising pupils at Egham Park School.

3. General Principles

– All pupils must be supervised during school hours, including break and lunchtimes.
– Staff must be aware of their duty of care and take all reasonable steps to ensure student safety.
– Supervision levels will be appropriate to the age, ability, and activities of the pupils.

4. Supervision During the School Day

**a. Start of the Day**
– School premises open at 8:45am. Pupils are supervised from this time.
– The Business and Compliance Manager and Head of Centre will supervise entry points at the beginning of the day and then the exit point at the end of the day. During the day either one or both will be in the main office.

**b. Lessons**
– Teachers are responsible for the supervision of their own classes.
– Pupils should not be left unsupervised in classrooms. If a teacher must leave, they should arrange appropriate cover.

**c. Break and Lunchtimes**
– Designated duty staff must supervise the classroom, garden and toilets.
– Staff must be punctual and visible in their designated areas.
– A rota system will be used to ensure fair distribution of duties.

**d. End of the Day**
– Pupils should leave the premises promptly.
– Staff will be assigned to supervise key exits and take pupils to their taxi pickup areas.

5. Supervision During Off-Site Activities

– Adequate staff-to-pupil ratios must be maintained as per DfE or local authority guidelines.
– Risk assessments must be completed in advance.
– A designated trip leader must be responsible for oversight.

6. Medical and Emergency Situations

– Staff must know the procedures for reporting accidents and seeking medical help.
– A list of pupils with medical needs and appropriate action plans will be maintained and accessible.

7. Unsupervised Time and Independent Movement

– Certain pupils (e.g year 11) may have unsupervised time which is agreed with their parent and in writing but must comply with school rules.
– Movement around the school during lessons should be minimized and monitored.

8. Remote Supervision and Online Learning

– Appropriate safeguarding measures will be in place for virtual interactions.

9. Staff Responsibilities

– Be punctual and proactive in supervision duties.
– Report any concerns about pupil safety or conduct.
– Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

10. Review

This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if required by changes in legislation or school needs.