The School Rules are designed to ensure that the School provides a civilised, safe and secure working environment for the whole community, in which courtesy; consideration and respect for others are paramount. They are based on common sense and teach pupils the importance of exercising self-discipline, of fulfilling commitments and of behaving sensibly at all times. The School Rules relate to School Uniform, appearance and manners, absence and illness, bounds, welfare and safety.

GREENSTEDS SCHOOL RULES
Members of Greensteds are expected at all times to show courtesy and consideration towards others and to behave in a way that upholds the reputation of the school. This applies equally to pupils when on school trips and when away from the school during term time, including journeys between home and Greensteds.

1.   Bounds.     Pupils must obtain the permission of the House Tutor or a member of the Senior Management if the House Tutor is unavailable, before leaving the area of the school grounds. This permission will normally be given only for official school activities. The workers camp is out of bounds at all times. Being out of the Dorm after lock up is a serious breach of security and is liable to suspension.

2.Leave.     Permission to go out with any person or meet or visit any person outside the school grounds must  be obtained on each occasion from the House Tutor or Senior Management. On return, students should report to the House Tutor or the matron. If the applicant is not the parent or guardian of the pupil, the consent of the parent or guardian will be required before leave is granted. For all leave involving absence from lessons, application must be made, in writing, to the Head Master.

3.Visitors.     If a pupil wishes to meet visitors from outside the school in the school grounds or buildings, they must obtain permission from their House Tutor and the visitor must be met at the Administration building. The visitor will be required to sign in with Security and 24 hours notice of the visit is preferable.

4.Dress.     School uniform, according to the dress requirements, must be worn throughout the week and when required, except on the following occasions: after 4.00pm on a weekday and during weekends.

5.Medication.     Pupils may not have medicines in their possession unless requested by parents and agreed with the House Tutor.

6.General.     A pupil who is involved in dishonesty, or the possession or use of dangerous or illegal drugs, or who in any way endangers the safety or well-being, through bullying or other means, of others is liable to expulsion. Pupils are forbidden to use or have in their possession real or imitation guns. Knives and any other kind of dangerous or offensive weapons are also strictly forbidden.

7.Sexual Misconduct and Decorum.     Displays of affection between pupils must at all times and in all places be appropriately restrained, consistent with good taste and such that no embarrassment is caused to any other members of the school community. Any pupil involved in sexual activity is liable to expulsion.

8.Smoking and Drinking.     Smoking or the possession of tobacco and the drinking or possession of alcohol is forbidden. See later sanctions.

9.Dorms. All pupils must remain in dorms after 1845. On return to the dormitory pupils must report to the House Tutor or the matron. Visiting between Houses may only occur at permitted times and with prior consent of the House Tutor or matron. Entry into a bedroom area in the occupant’s absence and the use of another pupil’s property without the owner’s permission is forbidden.

10.Prep and Private Study Periods.      Pupils must be in a designated place of work. Pupils must not leave unless a duty member of staff has granted permission.

11.Classrooms.     No pupil may be in a classroom at any time without permission of a member of staff.

12. CD players, IPODs, radios, etc.     CD players and radios must not disturb the peace and quiet of other members of the community. They must not be played any time out of doors. They must not be audible outside the dorms during study periods, during Prep and must be switched off at lights out. IPOD’s must not be brought to assembly or used in the Dining Hall during meal times.

13.Mobile Phones.     Mobile phone numbers must be registered with the House Tutor. Mobile phones are not permitted in lessons, in the Library, during meal times or on formal occasions. They must not be used during Prep or study periods. They must not be used after lights out in the dorms.

14.Internet. It is a serious offence for any student to access, download, forward or print, using internet sites or e-mails, ANY MATERIAL the school finds unsuitable or offensive, including files stored on a personal lap top. This could lead to a student being expelled or suspended following further investigation. Initially, parents will be informed and the student will be denied access to the School’s IT facilities.

Drinking
The consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden. To bring alcohol on the school premises, to be
in possession of alcohol, to drink alcohol, or be in the company of others who are drinking, or
to be obviously under the influence of alcohol, is a breach of the school rules. Offenders will incur the
following penalties, depending upon the severity of the offence, as determined by the Headmaster: for any breach of the rules the student is liable to immediate suspension. If, in the opinion of the
Headmaster the student is incapacitated, suspension is automatic and immediate. If a student is found
bringing alcohol into school for others to consume,  then suspension is also immediate.

First Offence:  (Suspension is likely if the student is incapacitated although it may be the first offence).
Student informs parents of the offence.
Dorm Tutor informs parents by letter
Pupil must remain in the dorm during certain times as specified by the Headmaster
and report to nominated members of staff at regular intervals.
Fine imposed is Ksh.500.
Matter recorded on student file.

Second Offence:
Student informs parent followed by the Head Master informing parents by letter.
Pupil must remain in the dorm during certain times as specified by the Headmaster and will be gated.
Fine imposed of Ksh.1,000.
Pupil is liable to suspension.
Matter recorded on student file.
Pupil is required to see the School Doctor for advice on giving up the habit.

Third Offence:
Parents must attend a consultation with the Headmaster.
Pupil is suspended for one week, irrespective of circumstances.
Expulsion is likely given if it is the third offence.
Fine of Ksh. 1,500/= imposed.
Matter recorded on file.
Medical report may be sought before the student would be considered back in to the school.

Smoking
Smoking is not allowed at Greensteds School under any circumstances. To be smoking, or in possession of tobacco, or in circumstances which leave no doubt that the pupil had been smoking or to be in the company of others who are smoking, is a breach of this rule and offenders will incur the following penalties:

First Offence:
Ksh.500 fine.
Student contacts the parents to inform them of the offence.
House Tutor informs parents by letter.
Pupil is required to report hourly to members of staff for a period of time as indicated by the House Tutor.
Matter recorded on student file.

Second Offence:
Ksh.1000 fine.
House Tutor informs parents by letter.
Pupil is gated as deemed appropriate by Headmaster.
Pupil is required to see the School Doctor for advice on giving up the habit.
Matter recorded on file.

Third Offence:
Headmaster requests consultation with the parents.
Pupil is liable to suspension.
Documentary evidence must be shown that a further consultation has taken place with the Doctor before the pupil is allowed to return to school.
Matter recorded on file. 

Further Offences
A second period of suspension or expulsion will be imposed, depending on the Headmaster’s assessment of the pupil's attitude and response.
Smoking indoors is regarded even more seriously since it involves a risk for others. In that situation, the offence is liable to incur an immediate suspension.
Fines are the responsibility of the pupil concerned and will be collected by House Tutors. The school will then donate them to an appropriate charity.

Drugs
1. Any pupil buying drugs or passing (whether giving or selling), drugs to another pupil, must leave the School.  Any pupil receiving or using drugs can expect to be expelled.
2. If any infringement of the law occurs (involving any pupil) the appropriate Government Department will be informed immediately.

Out of Dorms
The student is likely for immediate suspension for the following offences.
Out of the Dorms after lock up.
Out of the Dorms before 6.30am without prior permission from the Dorm Tutor.
Being in a Dorm of the opposite sex at any time during the day or night, without the prior approval of the Dorm Tutors.

General
1.Parents are expected to give the School a full term's notice of intent to withdraw a pupil. A full term’s fee will be charged in the case of pupils withdrawn from School during the course of the academic year without due notice.
2.Prefects and other officials, as well as members of staff may give pupils instructions in the course of their duties. Cheerful obedience is expected, as is the acceptance of any punishment if deemed necessary.
3.For serious offences, and incidents of suspension or expulsion, parents will always be informed.
4.It is the responsibility of each pupil to be aware of his/her commitments. It is essential to read and follow the relevant notices posted on the notice boards.

Appearance and Manners
1. Courtesy, consideration and respect for other members of the School community should be shown at all times.
2. Pupils are expected to be appropriately dressed at all times even when casual attire is being worn. If the clothing is felt inappropriate, unacceptable for the occasion, students will be asked to change to more suitable dress.

 Absence and Illness
1.Leave of absence from School except for medical reasons is seldom given. Legitimate reasons include interviews, representative games, important close family occasions. For these a written request should be made to the Headmaster at least a week in advance. Routine doctors' and dentists' appointments should be arranged outside School time.
2.Pupils who feel unwell while at School, should report to the School Nurse. They must not go to dorms of their own accord during School hours.

Welfare and Safety
1.Dangerous implements and substances such as catapults, sheath knives and fireworks may not be brought to School.
2.Pupils have a responsibility to safeguard their own property. All personal property must be clearly marked. Lockers should be locked when not in use.

Safeguard of Property
1. Borrowing without the express permission of the owner, or otherwise interfering with the property of        others, is not allowed.
2. Buying, selling and swapping objects of value is not permitted on the School premises!
3.Large sums of money should not be brought to School. Money and valuables should be deposited with Dorm Tutors as there is a house bank system for withdrawal.
4.Items of value found by pupils must be handed in to the School Office.

Miscellaneous
1.Various areas, buildings and departments in the School have rules which pertain specifically to them, e.g. Science Laboratories, the IT labs, the Library, the Swimming Pool etc. These are explained to pupils who use these facilities.
2.Pupils are required to make themselves available for any extra-curricular activities the School may organise outside normal School hours, including School sports teams, choir and orchestra, etc.