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Social Skills & Leadership Development

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document outlines Tom Newby School's Social Skills & Leadership Development programme, detailing behaviour management policies, the KUDO and HUGA systems for promoting positive conduct and addressing bullying, tracking mechanisms, rewards like Tanzanite Awards and Tickeys, and leadership opportunities for learners from Grade 1 to Grade 7. It also includes information on community service, environmental initiatives, and contact details.

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leadership roleOngoing

Grade 6 Monitors

Learners in Grade 6 take on monitoring responsibilities, supporting school operations and peer leadership.

Who it is for
learners in Grade 6 at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Be appointed by teachers based on conduct and maturity
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Grade 1-3 Class monitors; Grade 4-7 Tracking File monitors; Grade 6 monitors; Grade 7 Councillors and Executive leaders
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Honours Board Recognition

Learners who maintain perfect behaviour (50 Kudos) for three consecutive years will have their names placed on an Honours Board in the school hall.

Who it is for
learners at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Maintain 50 Kudos for three years by consistently following school rules and behaving with P.R.I.D.E.
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If a learner is able to maintain this high level of good behaviour for three years, his/her name will be placed on an Honours Board in the school hall.
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Tom Newby Tickeys

Learners can earn Tickeys as part of the rewards system for good conduct and participation in school activities.

Who it is for
learners at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Earn Tickeys through positive behaviour and participation in school initiatives
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At the end of each term, the total number of Kudos remaining for each learner is tallied and learners receive a reward for the number of Kudos that they have retained.
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Tracking File Monitors (Grades 4–7)

Learners in Grades 4 to 7 can serve as tracking file monitors, helping manage records related to student conduct and progress.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 4 to 7 at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Be selected by teachers based on responsibility and reliability
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Grade 1-3 Class monitors; Grade 4-7 Tracking File monitors; Grade 6 monitors; Grade 7 Councillors and Executive leaders
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Tanzanite Award

Learners who retain their Kudos at the end of each term receive a reward. At the end of the year, those with all 50 Kudos receive a Certificate for Behaviour.

Who it is for
learners at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Maintain good behaviour throughout the term and year to qualify for the award
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At the end of each term, the total number of Kudos remaining for each learner is tallied and learners receive a reward for the number of Kudos that they have retained.
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Class Monitors (Grades 1–3)

Learners in Grades 1 to 3 can become class monitors, taking on leadership responsibilities within their classrooms.

Who it is for
learners in Grades 1 to 3 at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Be selected or appointed by teachers based on behaviour and responsibility
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Grade 1-3 Class monitors; Grade 4-7 Tracking File monitors; Grade 6 monitors; Grade 7 Councillors and Executive leaders
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KUDO System

Learners start the year with 50 Kudos. They can retain these by following the Tiger Tips for Good Behaviour and the P.R.I.D.E. rules. Losing Kudos results in penalties, while retaining them earns rewards and recognition.

Who it is for
learners at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Follow the Tiger Tips for Good Behaviour and P.R.I.D.E. rules to maintain Kudos; report any issues to class teacher or school management
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Each learner is allocated 50 Kudos at the beginning of the year. The onus is on the learners to keep the Kudos – we begin the year with the assumption that they are outstanding scholars, and they must prove us right.
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HUGA System (Bullying Report Form)

Learners, parents, guardians, or trusted adults can report bullying incidents using the HUGA form. Reports can be submitted via hard copy, email, or through the school website.

Who it is for
learners, parents, guardians, trusted adults at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Download the HUGA form from the website, fill it in, and submit it via hard copy to the principal, email to principal@tomnewbyschool.co.za, or through the school website
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All formal reports of bullying must be submitted by a parent/guardian/trusted adult. Learners are not permitt
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Merit Awards

Learners who demonstrate consistent positive behaviour may be awarded merit awards as part of the school's recognition system.

Who it is for
learners at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Demonstrate good behaviour over time to be considered for merit awards
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At the end of each term, the total number of Kudos remaining for each learner is tallied and learners receive a reward for the number of Kudos that they have retained.
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Grade 7 Councillors and Executive Leaders

Learners in Grade 7 can serve as councillors or executive leaders, playing key roles in school governance and events.

Who it is for
learners in Grade 7 at Tom Newby School
How to act on it
Be elected or appointed based on leadership qualities and academic performance
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Grade 1-3 Class monitors; Grade 4-7 Tracking File monitors; Grade 6 monitors; Grade 7 Councillors and Executive leaders

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Key Takeaways

  • Tiger Tips for Good Behaviour
  • P.R.I.D.E. school rules
  • 50 Kudos per learner
  • HUGA System
  • Tanzanite Award
  • Merit awards
  • Tom Newby Tickeys
  • Grade 1-3 Class monitors
  • Grade 4-7 Tracking File monitors
  • Grade 6 monitors
  • Grade 7 Councillors and Executive leaders
  • Borehole facility
  • Solar system
  • Used clothing shop
  • Choc
  • SPCA
  • Rotary
  • Contact: 011-849-5311
  • P.O. Box 13077, Northmead, 1511
  • Tom Newby School
  • principal@tomnewbyschool.co.za
  • info@tomnewbyschool.co.za
  • accounts@tomnewbyschool.co.za
  • tnschool@mweb.co.za
  • Choc
  • SPCA
  • Rotary
  • Concept Inc.
  • Do Digital