behaviour code
Our Behaviour Code for learners
A guide for children and young people at Bright Sparks Coaching
Why we have this guide...
At Bright Sparks Coaching, we want every session to be a place where you feel safe, respected and able to be yourself — and where you can build confidence in your own strengths, at your own pace. This guide explains what you can expect from Rebecca, and what Rebecca hopes for from you, so that sessions work well for everyone.
Your parent or carer is welcome to read this through with you, and you're welcome to ask Rebecca about anything in it that isn't clear.
What you can expect from Rebecca:
• to be listened to and taken seriously
• to be treated with kindness, patience and respect, whatever you find easy or tricky
• to have your privacy respected
• to be kept safe during every session
• to have sessions planned around what actually helps you learn
• to be told, gently, if there's ever a reason Rebecca needs to share something you've said with someone else, like your parent/carer or another adult who can help — this is so you can be kept safe.
What Rebecca hopes for from you:
You should feel able to:
• be honest — including about what you find difficult, or if something in a session isn't working for you
• have good manners and be respectful towards Rebecca and anyone else you meet during a session
• take responsibility for your own behaviour
• talk to Rebecca, or another adult you trust, about anything that worries or concerns you — including anything about a session with Bright Sparks Coaching
• give things a try, ask questions, and have some fun along the way!
It's not okay to:
• be disrespectful or unkind towards Rebecca or anyone else
• behave in a way that could be intimidating or unsafe
If something doesn't go to plan...
Everyone has an off day. If your behaviour doesn't follow this guide, Rebecca will usually just have a quiet word and give you the chance to reset.
If something more serious happens, Rebecca will talk it through with you, make a note of what happened, and let your parent or carer know. Together, you'll agree how to move forward — this might mean changing how sessions work, or, in rare cases, deciding that Bright Sparks Coaching isn't the right fit for now.
If you're ever worried about anything...
If something happens that worries you — during a session or otherwise — please tell Rebecca, or your parent or carer, or another adult you trust. You won't be in trouble for speaking up.
You can also contact Childline any time, for free and in confidence: 0800 1111 or childline.org.uk
If Rebecca is ever worried that you might be at risk of harm, she has a responsibility to talk to people who can help keep you safe, such as your parent/carer or, if needed, children's services. Where possible, she'll always talk this through with you first.
The role of your parents and carers
We see parents and carers as important partners in helping you get the most out of your sessions. Rebecca will keep them involved and informed, and will always let them know if there's ever a more serious concern about behaviour or wellbeing — unless doing so would put you at greater risk.
Bright Sparks Coaching | Rebecca Goulbourne | rebecca@brightsparkscoaching.net | 07814 615240