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Reimagining School Discipline: Moving Away from Punishment Toward Positive Behaviour Management

Where challenging behaviour is a regular occurrence, staff often feel stuck in a cycle of reactive discipline. The problem is not a lack of effort or care, but the limitations...
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Emotional Literacy in Schools: Teaching Students to Recognise and Manage Their Feelings

Teachers regularly face the challenge of balancing not just academic growth but also the emotional well-being of their pupils. Particularly for those children who have experienced trauma, navigating their feelings...
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Addressing The Relationship Between Trauma and Bullying in Schools

Addressing bullying requires a multi-faceted strategy, however taking the first step towards a trauma-informed approach offers an empathetic understanding of the root causes of behaviour, and seeks to create safer...
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Food Insecurity and Escalating Behaviours: A Crucial Link in Education

In the UK, 24.6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, a percentage representing 2.1 million children. Many children across the country depend on this statutory benefit for their...
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The Importance of Teacher Self-Care in Maintaining a Safe Classroom Environment

When we prioritise your own health, we are better equipped to handle the stresses of teaching, manage classroom dynamics effectively, and provide the best possible support to your students. Let's...
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Implementing Trauma-Informed Principles in Education: Building a Safe Learning Environment

Trauma-informed education acknowledges these impacts and works to create a learning environment that supports the needs of all students. By adopting trauma-informed practices, schools can improve student engagement, encourage learning...
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Integrating Trauma-Informed Practices in Special Education Curriculum

By introducing trauma-informed education principles into SEND curriculum, teachers can create supportive, empathetic environments that not only address the academic needs of individuals, but also foster their long-term emotional and...
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Understanding Our SPACED Model for De-Escalating A Person in Crisis

The SPACED model is our mnemonic representing Space, Posture, Avoid Touch, Calm, Eye Contact, and Diversion and serves as a comprehensive guide for our students throughout the crisis cycle....
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Calming the Classroom: De-Escalation Techniques for Students with Autism

This article delves into some strategies designed to calm the classroom, specifically for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as we aim to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills...
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Building Trust and Rapport: Key Techniques for Effective Autism Communication

Effective communication with individuals on the autism spectrum is a learned skill that improves the lives of both teacher and pupil. It establishes a foundation of trust and rapport that...

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