Our belief at Merchants’ Academy is that the management of student behaviour should always be a positive process. Punishment contains behaviour – reward changes behaviour. The broad principle is based on our moral purpose: to treat students with respect in the belief that this will generate respect back, and will aid the generation of a civilised ethos and environment in which to work.

Merchants’ Academy Philosophy

What we believe we all need to do:

• Choose a positive attitude;
• Be there for each other (on time regularly and listen to each other);
• Make someone’s day and be the best that you can be;
• Respect adults and students;
• Make someone smile, be kind (they will be kind back);
• Work hard and have fun too (adults as well as students)

Merchants’ Academy Core Values

At our Academy we believe in the ‘Bristol’ values:

• Boldness – Aim high, show courage and hope to push against any barriers;
• Respect – Be considerate and respect the right of others;
• Integrity – If it’s not righ, do not do it. If it’s not true, do not say it;
• Service – We have a responsibility for the future and each other;
• Tenacity – Tough times don’t last, strong people do;
• Optimism – No pessimist discovered the secret of the stars or an uncharted land
• Learning – A commitment to lifelong development unlocks your full potential