Policies

Policies & Key Documents

Our school policies set out the standards, safeguards and procedures that support a safe, caring and well-managed community at Felixstowe International College.

Documents are grouped below by subject. Select any policy to open the PDF in a new tab.

Clear policies help turn our values into consistent practice — protecting students, supporting families and setting clear expectations across school and boarding.

Policies are reviewed and updated on a rolling basis in line with statutory guidance. If you cannot find a document you need, or require a copy in an alternative format, please contact the school office.

Admissions & Curriculum

Admissions Policy

How places are offered and the application process for joining the school.

Curriculum Policy

The aims, structure and content of what students are taught.

Careers Education & Guidance Policy

Support and guidance offered to students planning their future pathways.

Relationship and Sex Education, and Health Education Policy

Our approach to teaching RSHE in line with statutory guidance.

Safeguarding & Welfare

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy

How the school protects students’ welfare and responds to safeguarding concerns.

Anti-Bullying Policy

Steps taken to prevent and address bullying among students.

Behaviour Policy and Statement of Behaviour Principles

Expectations for student conduct and how behaviour is managed.

Serious Disciplinary Offences Policy

Procedures for handling the most serious breaches of school rules.

Physical Restraint and Use of Reasonable Force Policy

Guidelines on when and how reasonable force may be used to keep students safe.

Boarding Policy and Procedures

Standards and care arrangements for boarding students.

Attendance Policy

Expectations and procedures around student attendance and absence.

Equality, Accessibility & SEND

Equality Policy

Commitment to equal opportunity and preventing discrimination across the school community.

Accessibility Policy

Plans to improve access to education, facilities and information for disabled students.

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Policy

Support provided for students with additional learning needs.

Health & Safety

Health and Safety Policy

Overall framework for keeping staff and students safe on site.

First Aid Policy

Arrangements for first aid provision and emergency medical response.

Technology & Online Safety

Online Safety Policy

Guidance on keeping students safe online and managing digital risks.

Bring Your Own Device Policy

Rules for students using personal devices on school premises.

Mobile Phone Policy

Rules on when and how students may use mobile phones during the school day.

Remote Learning Provision Policy

How teaching and learning continue when students are off-site.

Remote Learning Provision Risk Assessment

Risk assessment supporting the remote learning arrangements.

Data Protection & Privacy

Privacy and Data Protection Notice

How the school collects, uses and protects personal data.

Data Protection Policy for Exams

Handling of personal data specifically relating to examinations.

Complaints

Complaints Policy and Procedure

How parents and students can raise and resolve concerns with the school.

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