Alfriston College Sport

Quality sports experiences

This code of conduct does not set out to provide a detailed description, but rather the broad principles of acceptable coach behaviour at Alfriston College.

Alfriston College is here to ensure that sport is enjoyed by all, in a safe, positive environment. We all have the responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in sport, please play your part by accepting and agreeing to this coach code of conduct/behaviour at all times.

As a coach at Alfriston College I will;

Be a role model for positive behaviour.
Positively reinforce the actions of players.
Lead by example, insist on fair play and encourage sportsmanship.
Ensure your team develops respect and appreciation for officials.
Create an enjoyable environment for everyone, where teammates respect and encourage each other.
Acknowledge the rights of children and young people to be listened to and to thrive and participate in decisions that affect them.
Encourage enjoyable participation for our learners in play, active recreation and sport.
Always use appropriate and acceptable language, never yell at or ridicule players.
Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive behaviour (Be prepared to take off an offending player and/or address any negative side-line behaviour appropriately).
Give all players a fair opportunity to participate in training and games.
Take into consideration players' other commitments and be reasonable with your requirements e.g. other sports training and academic workload.
Complete and submit a Police vetting form to Alfriston College for approval before working with learners.

I understand that if I do not follow this code of conduct/behaviour, any/all of the following actions may be taken;

I may be:

Issued with a verbal and/or written warning from the school
Required to meet with the school sports coordinator and/or school principal
Be removed from the coaching role

Coaches are an essential component to Alfriston College and have a positive impact on the development of our learners. We thank you very much for your time, commitment and effort you put into our learners.