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"We had a student whose poor social understanding led to constant, low-level disruption.... It was frustrating, because we knew he was bright, but we couldn’t reach him. Now we know how to channel his behaviours positively and help him regain his focus."
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Slade Primary School
"We were stuck and didn't know what else could be done to improve behaviour, especially for a small number of individuals... Emma gave us really clear ideas and direction. Now those students are better at managing their emotions [and] have fewer incidents on the playground. Beacon go above and beyond. Excellent service."
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The School Behaviour Secrets Podcast
Our free weekly podcast is is YOUR CHANCE to get unstuck, hear from the experts, feel inspired and start seeing more positive behaviour in your classroom again.
You can browse all 23 episodes here.
How To Implement Restorative Practice In Your School with Janine Dodds
Looking for a way of moving away from rewards and consequences in your school, towards a fairer system where everyone has a voice? In her school, Headteacher Janine Dodds has done just that - and ...
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What Every Teacher Should Know About The Anger Cycle (And Why It Matters)
Knowing what to say and do when a child becomes angry (or highly anxious) can be difficult. One wrong move and the child’s emotions can seem to explode! The secret to de-escalation is understandin...
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How To Support Pupils Affected By Imprisonment (with Sara Turner from Ormiston Families)
When a child has a family member go into prison, the impact on their emotions (and their behaviour) can be huge. Yet there’s very little training for schools on how to support those pupils. In this...
5-Steps To Effective Whole School Behaviour Training
Putting together a training programme related to behaviour and SEMH that actually makes a difference in the classroom is hard! And no one wants to invest time and money in training that won’t work. ...
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A 4-Step Framework For Better Classroom Behaviour And Relationships (with Kevin Hewitson)
The best way to influence the behaviour of the most challenging students isn’t with with rewards or consequences - it’s through relationships. But how do you form relationships with kids who are resis...
The Top 5 Classroom Management Skills Every Teachers Should Know
Want to know the top 5 essential classroom management skills every teacher should know? The 5 skills that lead to whole class success, healthy adult:pupil relationships and on-task behaviour? In th...
Teaching Strategies for Pathological Demand Avoidance with Ruth Fidler
Teaching pupils with PDA (pathological demand avoidance) can be draining and frustrating. The key to success is understanding what’s driving your student’s resistance to demands. In this episode, w...
The 11 Key Questions That Make Or Break Behaviour Interventions
Want to make sure the behaviour plans you write for your SEN students are successful? Then picking the correct target behaviours is essential - because a plan that focuses on the wrong areas isn’t lik...
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Our blog covers all aspects of student behaviour in school, classroom management, school systems and policies and behavioural SEN.
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5 Videos That Show The Impact Of Domestic Violence On Student Behaviour
Classroom behaviours for domestic violence can look like those for ADHD, autism or other conditions. Here's how DV affects behaviour in 5 powerful videos.
How To Build An Effective School Leadership Team
Learn how to develop a team that works effectively, communicates easily and acts decisively.
3 Ways Of Boosting Pupil Resilience
Want more resilient students? Here are 3 techniques proven to have an impact.
The Remarkable Power Of Negative Feedback
Why negative interactions are more powerful than positive ones - and why it matters in the classroom.
3 Myths Most Teachers Believe About Behaviour Exposed!
We expose the 3 common myths that most adults believe about pupil behaviour.
How To Teach Empathy To Kids With Autism
Get these 5 simple classroom strategies for encouraging empathy in students with autism.
Emotional Regulation: 4 Essential Free Resources
Working with pupils who are finding it hard to manage their emotions right now? Here are 4 free resources you can use to support them.
5 Top Tips To Get Your Children Thinking Positively
We could all do with a little positivity in our lives right now! As it is Positive Thinking Day on the 13th September find out our top tips to help you and your pupils to think positively.
Self Regulation: The Key To Classroom Success
Everything you need to know about self regulation and co-regulation (and the importance of both!)
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