In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets we explore how to support pupils who are experiencing long term persistent feelings of sadness with our guest Clare Williams (co-author and co-creator of Jigsaw PSHE, and author of the Hamish and Milo well-being resources). We discuss the crucial role adults play in supporting students experiencing feelings of sadness, and share invaluable insights into fostering compassionate relationships and creating safe havens where students feel seen, hear...
Jun 09, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 215
Deciding whether to medicate your child for ADHD is hard. How can you be sure it's the right call? This week on the School Behaviour Secrets podcast, we tackle this critical question with developmental paediatrician and author Dr. Walt Karniski. Together we discuss common myths about ADHD medication and explain how these treatments affect the brain to help you make a more informed choice for your child's well-being. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 81 Download Dr Walt Karniski'...
Jun 04, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 214
Are you working with pupils with a history of trauma in your classroom and their behaviour is often heightened, unpredictable, and difficult to manage? Are you ready to try a different approach? This week we explore a strategy for managing confrontations with students displaying challenging behaviour known as PACE. Developed by Dan Hughes in America, PACE is all about building empathy and relationships, to help kids learn to regulate and function successfully in school. Important links: Get our ...
Jun 02, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 213
If you've ever found yourself in a situation where you have to de-escalate a heightened student, you'll know that it's hard work, it's super stressful for everyone. In this episode I'm going to talk through 3 key de-escalation concepts (the anger cycle, the de-escalation danger zone, and the valley of despair) that are essential to know for helping heightened pupils get back on top of their emotions. Important links: Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-ha...
May 27, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 212
In the past, children who struggle to attend school have been described as 'school refusers,' implying that their behaviour stems from wilfulness. But is it time to rethink this perspective and explore other underlying causes? Join us as Jerricah Holder delves into the concept of Emotionally Based School Avoidance. She'll reveal why this way of looking at school refusal can be more insightful, uncovering the real reasons behind school avoidance so that strategies to support these children are mo...
May 21, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 211
Are you searching for ways to support your students' social, emotional, and mental health needs in the classroom? Or have you put interventions in place to support a child and you need a way of systematically assessing whether they're having an impact? Then join us today as we sit down with Arti Sharma from Nurture UK to discuss how the Boxall Profile can be used in schools to identify underlying SEMH needs, track progress and unlock student potential. Important links: Visit Nurture UK To find o...
May 19, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 210
Are you working with a pupil who just won't complete their work? Then it's time to start thinking about what could be behind their reluctance. As teachers, deciphering these signals is crucial to offering effective support in getting pupils beyond task avoidance. Join us for this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we explore work refusal in the classroom. From understanding the signs to identifying the underlying reasons, we'll equip you with actionable strategies to support your students to...
May 14, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 209
As any educator knows, the battle against bullying is ongoing, and the moment we become complacent, cases tend to rise. But what if we could address bullying at its emotional core? In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore just that. Join us with guest speaker Alain Pelletier as we discuss how to enable students to grasp the true impact of bullying and reject it on an emotional level. Important links: Visit Alain's website. Get your FREE Beacon School Support guide to helpin...
May 12, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 208
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 consider its application in your classroom. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 64 Get our F...
May 07, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 207
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 and what you can do to support them. Important links: Get your FREE Beacon School Support guide to helping childre...
May 05, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 206
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 students. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 62 Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: h...
Apr 30, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 205
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. Important links: To participate in Ruth's and Stephane's research: https://bhamscanlab.wordpress.co...
Apr 28, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 204
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 supporting ADHD learners and gain valuable insights to create a more inclusive learning environment. Important...
Apr 23, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 203
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 Successful Supervisors online programme Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport....
Apr 21, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 202
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 to hear all of episode 59 Get our FREE classroom management scoresheet: https://beaconschoolsupport....
Apr 16, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 201
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 classroom. Important links: Get our FREE classroom management scoresheet: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/...
Apr 14, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 200
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 about behaviour so that we can find useful strategies to support them. Important links: Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: ht...
Apr 07, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 199
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 FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook Download other FREE beh...
Mar 31, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 198
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.uk/send-handbook Download other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.c...
Mar 27, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 197
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 our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook Download other FREE beh...
Mar 25, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 196
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 the classroom. Important links: The Edward's Trust website (including online resources) Edward's Trust YouTube ...
Mar 20, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 195
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 in the classroom. Important links: To visit the Noise Academy website Get your FREE Beacon School Sup...
Mar 18, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 194
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 actionable strategies for effective classroom management. Important links: Click here to hear all of episode 4...
Mar 13, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 193
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 can do to help your pupils overcome them. Important links: Click here to hear episode 76 - Support Strateg...
Mar 11, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 192
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 students in the classroom, what behaviours teachers might observe, and most importantly, the strategies ava...
Mar 06, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 191
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, emotional and mental health needs. Important links: Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupp...
Mar 04, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 190
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 techniques to encourage positive behaviour among students. Important links: Click here to hear all of epi...
Feb 28, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 189
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 challenges faced by neurodivergent students, and how do they affect their learning experiences? Frances sheds l...
Feb 26, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 188
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 childhood experiences affect your students' emotions and behaviour, and reveals the power of positive adult relationship...
Feb 21, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 187
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: Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook Download other...
Feb 19, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 186
