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Here's how to make sure the talk in your classroom is on-task and productive, so you avoid behaviour issues.
17th October 2017
Fact: all praise is not created equal. Here's how to take your use of praise to the next level.
Includes video.
9th October 2017
Most behaviour incidents in school occur at lunchtime. Here's a quick fix.
3rd October 2017
Students who can't cope with feelings of failure can often cry, melt down or engage in task avoidance. So.. how do you teach them to be more resilient?
26th September 2017
Low self-esteem leads to feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness... so how do you go about changing that?
19th September 2017
Backing off is not the same as backing down. Learn the most powerful behaviour management technique to use next time a student refuses to follow instructions.
Includes video.
12th September 2017
If you want success with ODD pupils, use the right approach from day one.
4th September 2017
The first 5 minutes of any lesson are critical. Here's how to get them right.
11th July 2017
Give your class the wrong impression in September, and it's hard to recover. That means planning ahead - now.
Includes video.
27th June 2017
...especially those who find it hardest to mange during this chaotic part of the day? Such as those with additional needs such as autism or ADHD? Let me show you how!
Includes video and staff meeting.
19th June 2017
See how good your lunchtime provision is by making three measurements and taking the average.
2nd June 2017
Just ignoring unwanted student behaviour doesn't work. Here's how to couple it to another technique, which actively draws attention towards the positive behaviours we do want to see in class.
Includes video and staff meeting.
17th May 2017
This infographic has all the key facts you need about ODD (from Liahona Academy).
9th May 2017
This one, simple trick will help you get the most out of your whole class input.
Includes video and staff meeting.
25th April 2017
Most educators recognise how crucial it is for kids to get on with others, fit into society and build emotional resilience. Here's one hugely important (but frequently overlooked) step in that process.
5th April 2017
Our anonymous SENCO exposes the hidden crisis (financial and human) that most teachers are unaware of. But do you agree with their thoughts on exclusion, mainstream schools and students with behavioural special needs?
29th March 2017
For many adults, a smirking child is like a red rag to a bull. So - why do children smirk?
Includes video and staff meeting.
10th March 2017
We explain how to identify (and avoid) the dangers of this simple, psychological principle.
26th February 2017
Potentially, 3 out of 30 students in every class could have ADHD. Here are four proven ways of managing their needs in the classroom.
Includes video and staff meeting.
14th February 2017
Do you teach students who suffer from anger outbursts? Here are some important factors (and solutions) to consider.
1st February 2017
When a student walks out of class without the permission, the impact on the teacher's confidence and self-esteem is huge. Here's what you can do to prevent this occurring in the first place and maintain the illusion of control.
Includes video and staff meeting.
15th January 2017
Reactive Attachment Disorder can look like ASD and ADHD - so would you recognise a child with RAD in your classroom?
12th December 2016
Here's one really powerful, yet simple, action schools can take to improve playground behaviour at lunchtimes.
Includes video and staff meeting.
13th November 2016
We spend a lot of time researching new information about behaviour and SEN. Here are five resources and articles you need to be aware of.
8th November 2016
Do you dread the afternoon drama that follows fractious lunchtimes? Here's how to have a big impact on dining room behaviour, simply by modifying your environment.
Includes video and staff meeting.
9th October 2016
An anonymous SENCO's very personal response to EHCPs and challenging behaviour in schools.
25th September 2016
In this article, we share our secret to reducing calling out in the classroom (because it's the most annoying thing ever).
Includes video and staff meeting.
4th September 2016
If you can teach children to sort their differences for themselves, it will save you precious time. We share the must-read advice of 5 experts.
3rd July 2016
Our new infographic reveals the statistics that every teacher (and the government) should pay attention to when it comes to stress.
19th June 2016
Want to know how to keep things positive right until the 3.30pm on the last day of term? Here are five solutions.
13th June 2016
Do you collect your class after lunch, only to find they want to complain about every little thing that happened during break? Here's our guide to training your class out of tale telling.
Includes video and staff meeting.
6th June 2016
Need an express remedy for school stress this half-term? In our latest article, we share four proven ways to escape tension - that are backed by science.
29th May 2016
We often get asked by teachers: how do you calm down noisy classes quickly? Here's how behaviour expert Rob Plevin tackles this problem.
24th May 2016
Want to know how to promote emotional resilience in both yourself and your students? Here are five solutions.
19th May 2016
Want to improve your classroom management? We've got a simple, step-by-step process that will help. It's free, and it's called the Classroom Management Scoresheet. Would you achieve the 'ultimate' rating?
Includes video and staff meeting.
11th May 2016
Getting your whole class to stop and listen is a crucial part of keeping order and conveying information. So - what do you about classes that find it difficult to come together as a group? Here is our guide to stopping your class in their tracks.
Includes video and staff meeting.
7th April 2016
We asked 4 behaviour management experts: what is the most common mistake you see teachers making when it comes to whole class management? Their answers make essential reading.
23rd March 2016
Kids are under pressure at school like never before, with ever higher academic expectations and repeated formal testing. If this high-pressure environment takes its toll on teachers in the form of heightened stress, what are the effects on students?
16th March 2016
Don't make this basic mistake if you want to sound assertive! Many teachers make this one simple mistake that drastically reduces how assertive they sound when they are giving instructions. In this month's guide, we explain how to avoid that mistake, and how to switch to a much more powerful way of speaking.
Includes video and staff meeting.
24th February 2016
According to a CDC screening programme in the United States, approximately 11% of pupils are now thought to have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This means that your class could potentially have 3 pupils who may find it almost impossible to physically sit still and focus their attention on your lessons. With that in mind, let’s look at the most common misunderstandings about ADHD!
Includes video and staff meeting.
22nd January 2016
Most teachers have felt totally frazzled by a pupil's behaviour at some point. However, when a crisis strikes, the situation will rarely improve unless the adult is able to give the impression that they are cool, calm and collected. Here's how to do it.
Includes video and staff meeting.
6th January 2016
We all know how difficult times of change can be, especially for young children. Throw a sprinkle of Christmas excitement into the mix and teachers can rapidly reach the ends of their tether before the festive season even begins. Here's our simple, three step guide on how to minimise disruptions and keep school fun and productive, right up to the end of the Autumn Term.
Includes video and staff meeting.
1st December 2016
If you find that you are getting sucked into negative behaviour management, it's time to change to a different tact and reap the benefits for everyone in the class - including yourself!
Includes video and staff meeting.
2nd November 2015
Arguments with students can escalate into a conflict that's played out in front of the entire class. Here's our guide to stopping them in their tracks.
Includes video and staff meeting.
1st October 2015
September is the month when you should be actively developing relationships with parents (because you'll need them later!) Here are some sure-fire techniques to make your parental approval ratings soar.
Includes video and staff meeting.
1st September 2015
They say that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. So how do you get it right? Here are three simple ideas to help set the right tone with your new class in September.
Includes video and staff meeting.
1st July 2015
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