Code of Behaviour for Participants
The following house rules are based on the spirit of Jesus’ words – “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. …
And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” (Matt. 22:37,39)
They are shared to provide a safe environment which is comfortable for all and must be upheld by all Focus participants.
- Behaviour
By acknowledging our true spiritual identity and freedom all our actions are in accordance with the Rule for Motives and Acts as found in the Manual (p 40:4)
As a protection for everyone, participants are reminded that they should not enter bedrooms of other participants. All participants must treat everyone with respect.
- Off -Campus =Signing out
It is a legal requirement for Rydal Hall to know who is on site, particularly in case of fire. Therefore, it is imperative that everyone on site, including all participants sign the “Signing Out Book” in the Focus Office when leaving the Campus, state where they are going, and sign in again when they return!
Those under the age of 18 must go in the company of at least two other participants.
- Responsibility
Parents and guardians/ house parents are reminded that they are responsible for their children at all times
- On- Campus Hours
You are expected to be within the Focus area of Rydal Hall between 11pm and 6.00 am.
- Quiet after 11:00pm
The campus should be quiet after 11:00pm.
- Respect for others
Late night chats may be held in the Common Rooms to allow those who wish to sleep to do so. Each accommodation area will be closed to visitors between 11pm and 6am.
- Any Concerns
Please contact the Safeguarding Lead on site (Tricia Rickard – 07740 125947)