Governance & Compliance
School Policies
Our policies ensure Aurelia Academy is a safe, fair and excellent environment for everyone.
Child Safeguarding
The safety and welfare of every child is our absolute highest priority.
- All staff DBS/police-checked and trained annually
- Named Designated Safeguarding Lead on site at all times
- Clear, written reporting procedures for all concerns
- Regular independent safeguarding audits
Anti-Bullying
Aurelia Academy has zero tolerance for bullying of any kind — physical, verbal, online or social exclusion.
- All incidents logged, investigated and followed up
- Support provided to both victim and perpetrator
- Regular PSHE curriculum on relationships and respect
- Anonymous reporting mechanism available for all students
Admissions Policy
Our transparent, merit-based admissions process ensures fair access for all eligible candidates.
- Non-discriminatory on grounds of race, gender, religion or disability
- Entrance assessment for all applicants — no preferences
- Clear appeals procedure
- Bursary places available for eligible students
Data Protection
We handle all personal data in line with Zimbabwean law and best international practice.
- Student data never sold to third parties
- Strict data retention and deletion schedules
- Parents and students may access their own records on request
- Data breaches reported within 72 hours
Academic Integrity
We maintain the highest standards of academic honesty across all assessments.
- Plagiarism detection tools used across all submitted work
- Clear, published consequences for cheating
- Student honour pledge signed at enrolment
- Teacher training on academic integrity annually
Digital & Social Media
Students are expected to uphold school values in all digital spaces and use technology responsibly.
- Phones not permitted in classrooms during teaching time
- Cyberbullying treated with same severity as physical bullying
- Digital citizenship embedded in the ICT curriculum
- School platforms used only for academic communication
Questions about our policies?
Our administration team is happy to discuss any policy in detail.
Contact the School Office