School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton

Are you looking for innovative ways to support your students' social and emotional well-being? Want to create a more inclusive and nurturing learning environment? Join us in our latest essentials episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we explore the fundamentals of mindfulness and in particular reviewing the scientific research into its application and success with children so that you can co...

Are you struggling to support students dealing with anxiety in your school? You're not alone. Anxiety among students is a growing concern for parents, educators and school leaders alike. It can significantly impact a student's behaviour, learning, and overall well-being. In our latest episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we're going to explore why kids find it hard to escape anxiety...

When it comes to supporting kids with social, emotional, mental health and behaviour needs, your mindset is everything. Join us in this Essentials episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we uncover three crucial mindset changes that can transform your approach to supporting challenging behaviour in the classroom. Discover the power of mindset in fostering a positive learning environment for all stu...

Have you ever wondered why some students struggle with impulsivity more than others? Are you facing challenges with managing impulsive pupil behaviour in your classroom? Then this episode has the answers you are looking for. Join us as we sit down with expert guests Ruth Pauli and Stephane Dr Brito (researchers into impulsivity) to unravel the mysteries behind impulsive behaviour in the classroom....

Have you ever felt puzzled by the challenges that students with ADHD face in the classroom or wondered why children with ADHD seem to struggle with tasks that others find simple? In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we dive deep into the topic of ADHD with expert guest speaker - Jeff Copper. Discover the neuroscience behind ADHD behaviors, explore practical strategies for suppo...

Are you searching for ways to improve lunchtime experiences for pupils and staff in your school? Join us in this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we uncover essential strategies for transforming lunchtime behaviour so that you can make lunchtimes enjoyable for all. Important links: Get our new FREE download - 6 Immediate Lunchtime Behaviour Fixes To access our free trial to the S...

Low level classroom disruption hinders both teaching and learning, and creates unnecessary classroom stress on a daily basis. So what can you do about it? In our latest School Behaviour Secrets podcast we explore key classroom management techniques to tackle this familiar problem head on, providing practical tips to help you manage classroom disruption with confidence. Important links: Click here...

Have you ever felt like you're constantly battling to maintain order in your classroom? Are you working with a tricky class and it feels like nothing you do seems to work? For our special 200th episode of School Behaviour Secrets we share what we believe are the 7 deadly sins of classroom management - the pitfalls you should avoid at all costs in order to improve student behaviour in your cla...

If you're working with students who present with attention seeking behaviours in school, or maybe you're a parent and you're seeing that pattern of behaviour at home, then this episode of School Behaviour Secrets is for you. We'll look at why the term attention seeking might be unhelpful both for the child and the adult, and we'll share three different ways of thinking abo...

Do you feel overwhelmed by the complexities of classroom behaviour? Are you looking for a straightforward approach to behaviour management? Sometimes, applying a simple strategy in the early days when a child is presenting with difficult or challenging behaviour is absolutely the right thing to do. And reward charts could be the tool you need. Listen in to find out more. Important links: Get our F...

Ever wondered how successful teachers maintain a purposeful classroom? In today's episode we share 3 actionable hacks for enhancing whole class behaviour. Transform your teaching approach today and watch your students become more focussed, engaged and positively behaved. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 51 Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co....

Are some of your pupils stuck in a never-ending cycle of negative behaviour? Does it feel like your classroom consequences are failing to have an impact? Then it's time for a change. Join us as we explore the concept of punishment within the classroom, its limitations in behaviour management, and what you need to be aware of in order to foster positive student behaviour. Important links: Get...

The death of a close family member can deeply affect a student's emotional well-being, leaving educators wondering how to create a supportive environment for students experiencing grief. In the latest Essentials episode of School Behaviour Secrets we join Justine Wilson from the Edward's Trust to discuss practical approaches for teachers and school staff to effectively address grief in t...

Are you working with kids who are disengaged, lack confidence, opt out, lack social skills, or are on the verge of exclusion? In this episode we sit down with Henry Walker-Brown (from Noise Academy) to explore the transformative power of music for pupils with SEMH needs in schools. Henry shares his insights on using music to empower students, foster social skills and enhance emotional well-being i...

Are you struggling to understand why some students consistently exhibit challenging behaviour in the classroom? In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore the four main behaviour types and uncover the reasons why some kids seem to make poor choices repeatedly. From emotional responses to automatic behaviours, we explore how stress influences decision making and offer actio...

Are you struggling with attendance challenges in your school? Attendance plays a crucial role in a student's academic success and overall well-being. But what strategies can you implement to address attendance issues effectively? In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we tackle the topic of attendance head-on, sharing with you 6 areas that fuel school avoidance and explaining what you c...

Welcome to another episode of School Behaviour Secrets! Have you ever wondered about that one child in every class who seems to challenge authority at every turn? Well, they might be affected by Oppositional Defiant Disorder, or ODD. But what exactly does it mean when a child is diagnosed with ODD? And how do you support them? Join us as we explore how Oppositional Defiant Disorder impacts student...

Are you facing challenges in supporting young learners' social, emotional, and mental health needs in the Early Years classroom? In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we tackle some of the pressing issues educators encounter in early years education. Join us as we share five key areas to focus on in EYFS settings that can make a significant impact on children's social,...

Are you a teacher looking for effective classroom management strategies that promote positive behaviour and student success? Join us as we dive deep into this question with Rob Plevin, a renowned authority in the field of classroom management. In this bite sized episode of School Behaviour Secrets, Rob unveils the secrets behind creating a conducive learning environment and shares actionable techn...

Are schools ready for neuro-inclusive learning environments? What practical strategies can you take to make your schools welcoming and successful for all of your students? In this insightful episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we're joined by neurodiversity advocate and educator, Frances Akinde. Together, we explore the intricate world of neurodiversity in schools. What are the hidden challe...

Working with pupils affected by ACEs or a history of trauma and you're not sure how to support them? Or maybe you're working with two pupils from the same family, where one child is presenting explosive behaviour - yet their brother or sister seems okay? In this Essentials episode, you'll learn from attachment- and trauma-expert Rebecca Brooks, who explains exactly how adverse child...

Are you grappling with the challenge of effectively supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in your school? In our latest episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we dive deep into the topic of creating thriving SEND support hubs within educational settings, exploring the critical components of successful SEND hubs and how to implement them in your school. Important links:...

Are exclusion and suspension rates among SEMH students causing concern in your school? In our latest quick-fire episode of School Behaviour Secrets we consider what we actually mean by exclusion, the effects this can have on the life chances of our students and what we can begin to do to try to support students with SEMH in order to avoid exclusion. Important links: Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Han...

Today we ask what your thoughts are on behaviour charts. Do you think that they're effective in recognising and nurturing good behaviour? Or do you question their impact on students with behavioural special needs? Join us as we explore potential pitfalls and learn how to use behaviour charts effectively for more positive student outcomes. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 44...

Are you working with children who constantly avoid tasks and resist demands either at home or in the classroom? If you are, then it's important to understand the difference between regular demand or task avoidance (something that all children engage with from time to time) and pathological demand avoidance (PDA). From understanding the underlying causes to implementing effective strategies, d...