Training Services

Professional development and practical training on school discipline and disciplinary procedures.

Training Available For

✔ School Management Teams (SMTs)
✔ School Governing Bodies (SGBs)
✔ Educators
✔ Novice or newly appointed teachers
✔ Administrative staff involved in disciplinary processes

Training Topics Include

✔ Managing learner discipline effectively
✔ Conducting investigations
✔ Handling disciplinary hearings
✔ Procedural fairness
✔ Educator rights and responsibilities
✔ Drafting statements and documentation
✔ Managing serious misconduct
✔ Conflict management and communication
✔ Legal requirements regarding school discipline
✔ BELA Act implications for schools

Training Format

Staff Workshops
Interactive group training sessions for school staff

Group Sessions
Tailored group training for specific teams

One-on-One Mentoring
Personalised guidance for individuals

In-person or Online
Flexible delivery options to suit your needs

Customised
Training programmes adapted to your school's unique requirements

TRAINING SESSIONS

1. Foundations of Discipline

Purpose of discipline, legal framework, roles and responsibilities

2. Types of Misconduct

Minor vs serious offences, classification, consistency

3. Disciplinary Process

Step-by-step handling of incidents from start to outcome

4. Documentation

Incident reports, evidence, record keeping

5. Disciplinary Hearings

Procedures, roles, fairness and legal compliance

6. Sanctions & Consequences

Appropriate and consistent disciplinary actions

7. Serious Misconduct

Handling high-risk incidents and escalation

8. Preventative Discipline

Classroom management and proactive strategies

9. Working with Parents

Communication and managing difficult situations

10. Case Studies

Practical application and problem-solving

Sessions can be structured to the needs of the specific school.

Each session includes practical scenarios and interactive discussions to ensure real-world application.

EduDiscipline

Independent Investigation & Chairperson Services for Schools

Contact Details

065 538 9865

info@edudiscipline.com

Redtail Crescent, Sunningdale, Cape Town 7441