Prefects

Prefects at Fixby J & I School are chosen by the Headteacher and Year 6 staff following an application process. Year 6 pupils are invited to celebrate the skills and qualities they posess which would make them a good prefect.

The Prefect’s main duties include:

to work with the Headteacher and staff to promote good behaviour, manners, politeness and to assist in helping the school to run effectively
to support the dinner staff and all who work in the school for the benefit of the children
to act as additional pairs of eyes at break times and lunchtimes and to report to staff serious misbehaviour
to uphold the Fixby Values of Friendship, Harmony, Courage, Wisdom, Fairness and Thankfulness
to work to prevent and report bullying and discrimination
to act as friends and buddies for those who need support
to carry out other tasks and jobs as may be directed from time to time by staff
to represent the school and its values at public events.

Expectations of a Prefect at Fixby

To act as good examples to all other pupils in terms of attitude and behaviour, uniform, punctuality and attendance.
To represent all at Fixby J & I School in promoting the good name of the school in and around school and in the community.
To uphold the school rules and help to see that others do the same.
To help maintain the smooth running of the school by assuming the following responsibilities:
Completing a duty according to the Break and Lunchtime Duty Rota, to a good standard by, being punctual and dealing with pupils and adults in a mature manner.
Representing the school at school events and functions, e.g. Open Day, Parents’ Evenings.
To wear their Prefect Badges at all times in school and make arrangements to replace them if lost.
To realise that Prefects may have their status taken away if they do not fulfil the above requirements.