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Merit

A reward point or certificate given to pupils for good work or behaviour; also a BTEC grade.

Used in
All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
Behaviour

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Sanction All four UK nations (details may differ)
A consequence given for breaking school rules, such as a detention or loss of privileges.
House system All four UK nations (details may differ)
A way of dividing pupils into groups (houses) that mix year groups, used for pastoral care and competitions.

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