CODE OF DISCIPLINE
Greendale Community School provides a high quality education at secondary level and at post Leaving Certificate level. It is committed to high quality teaching where students attain to the best of their ability and enjoy an enriching experience, in a caring atmosphere, where good order and discipline prevail and where the spiritual and human values of the Trustees are promoted. The need for personal and professional fulfilment of staff is recognised and the collaborative role of parents in education is respected. All members of the school community are encouraged to treat each other with respect and courtesy. The support and co-operation of parents/guardians are essential to maintaining the school ethos and the effective operation of the Code of Discipline.
Parents’ Role
Parents are asked to keep closely in touch with the school regarding all aspects of their children’s progress. It is important that parents check and sign the journal at the end of each week.
The Code of Discipline Aims to Achieve the Following:
In order to foster a positive school climate, the active support of parents/guardians is a fundamental requirement. All pupils, irrespective of their abilities, must be given an opportunity to learn. To ensure that this is not disturbed, there must be rules and regulations. Any behaviour, which interferes with students’ learning, is unacceptable. Rules and regulations are not intended to be irritating or unreasonable; they are intended to facilitate acceptable standards in the attitude, conduct, application and appearance of students.

School Rules
School rules are drawn up in accordance with the aims of the code of discipline to facilitate the day to day operation of the school. At the start of each school year, all pupils receive a copy of the rules in the school journal to be signed by parents.
Junior School Uniform
Girls School Grey V-neck Sweater with colour trim and crest.
School Grey Pleated skirt, lined, with pocket, or school Grey Trousers.
White Blouse worn with school tie, or white polo-neck shirt.
Black Tights or Grey knee socks.
Boys School Grey V-neck Sweater with colour trim and crest.
School Grey Trousers (not cords or denims).
White Shirt (plain) worn with school tie, or white polo-neck shirt.
Senior School Uniform
Girls & Boys Everything as above except for Black V-neck Sweater with colour trim
and crest.
Note: Both boys and girls MUST wear black footwear.
Optional Items: School scarf, sports vest & tracksuit.
Leather or denim jackets may not be brought into school. All items of clothing, coats or bags must be clearly marked with student’s name. Students must take care of their personal belongings. The school will not accept liability for any loss or damage to students’ personal property. Students should carry their belongings with them or store them in their lockers. If a student carries property – such as a jacket – around it should be in a bag and kept in a place where it does not represent a hazard to other people.