School Wide Positive Behaviour Support

What is School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)?

The School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) is an evidence-based framework for preventing and responding to student behaviour, actions and misconceptions. It aims to create a positive school climate, a culture of student competence and an open, responsive management system for all school community members.

SWPBS involves using data, implementing evidence-based practices, and establishing organisational systems that create safe, purposeful and inclusive learning environments. It also ensures that individuals receive the support they need to achieve both academic and social success.

Goals of SWPBS:

• Support the social, emotional, and behavioural needs of all students, including those with challenging behaviours, through instruction and environmental supports.
• Increased time focused on instruction.
• Provide a clear structure for using evidence-based practices that benefit every student.
• Use data to guide decisions and improve support.
• Help staff develop confidence and skills in evidence-based practices. An evidence-based, multi-tiered approach ensures schools can meet students’ social (how we interact), emotional (how we feel), and behavioural (how we act) needs—creating a safe and effective learning environment for all.
• a predictable learning environment with improved perceptions of safety and increased attendance.

What does SWPBS mean for our students at Killara Primary School?

At Killara Primary School, School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) helps us create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment for every student. As part of our model, we focus on three core behavioural expectations: Respect, Accountability and Resilience.

These expectations guide a consistent, whole-school approach to positive behaviour management. They help us build a safe and effective learning environment that enhances student wellbeing and improves learning outcomes. SWPBS provides clear expectations, celebrates positive behaviour, and offers structured guidelines for redirecting behaviour when needed.

Importantly, SWPBS ensures that students receive timely guidance and support, and it places the student at the centre of all decisions. By fostering a positive climate for learning, we create greater opportunities for every student to succeed both socially and academically.

Behaviour Matrix

The Behaviour Expectation Matrix translates our school’s core values—Respect, Accountability and Resilience—into clear and practical behaviours. It outlines what these behaviours should look, sound and feel like, providing a consistent guide for students across all learning areas. These expected behaviours are explicitly taught in every classroom and reinforced regularly across the school. The matrix is displayed in key locations and is frequently referred to by staff and students to support a shared understanding of expectations.

SWPBS Reward System – BUNJIL BUCKS

Students demonstrating positive behaviour are acknowledged with Bunjil Bucks as part of our school-wide SWPBS reward system. These cards are given alongside specific feedback that clearly explains why the behaviour was valued, helping students understand and repeat positive actions. Bunjil Bucks can then be redeemed at our SWPBS Shop, providing students with a motivating and meaningful way to celebrate their positive choices.