School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton
Are you a teacher, a SENCo or a school leader?Want research-backed strategies for supporting students who find it hard to manage their emotions or behaviour? Want practical ways of supporting pupils with special needs like autism, ADHD, FASD or attachment disorder? Want tried-and-tested classroom management strategies that will work with that ‘tricky class’?Then you’re in the right place.Welcome to the School Behaviour Secrets podcast where we’ll answer ALL these questions and so much more! Week after week, your hosts Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton share the secrets to behaviour success that every teacher and school leader s...
How To Write A Successful Pupil Regulation Plan
Are you working with students who frequently get dysregulated in school, lose control of their emotions, and find it hard to use agreed strategies for sustained behaviour change?
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we uncover the core elements of effective regulation plans. From identifying triggers to rehearsing new behaviours, learn practical strategies that foster self-regulation and academic success.
Important links:
Get your FREE Beacon School Support guide to helping children manage their strong emotions
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook
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Essentials: Practical Applications Of Virtual Reality For Reducing Pupil Anxiety
Imagine a classroom where students step into virtual worlds to learn essential social skills and prepare for life's challenges. This vision is becoming a reality through the power of virtual reality (VR).
In our latest podcast episode, Ange Anderson, headteacher of an innovative special school in Wales, discusses how VR technology is reshaping educational practices.
Join us as we explore how VR can help prepare young people for real life situations and how technology can make life in school easier for everyone.
Important links:
Click to view Ange's Website...
ADHD in Focus: Strategies for Classroom Success With Abby Moehringer
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we ask: What are the most effective strategies for helping students with ADHD in the classroom?
Our guest, ADHD expert Abby Moehringer, shares practical ideas, tips, and strategies to help students with ADHD get on top of strong emotions and stay regulated in class. Tune in as we explore proactive approaches that you can implement today!
Important links:
To visit Abby's website: Mrs Moes Modifications
Click here to download Abby's FREE visual calming tool.
To access links to Abby's social...
Essentials: Pro Regulation - Helping Students Understand And Manage Their ‘Big’ Emotions
Are you supporting children who frequently lose self-control when faced with big emotions like anger and anxiety?
In this Essentials episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we introduce the concept of pro regulation - a proactive approach to emotional management. Learn how to help your students recognise and act on their feelings before they escalate, ensuring a calmer and more controlled classroom environment.
Important links:
Click here to hear all of episode 91
Get your FREE Beacon School Support guide to helping children manage their strong emotions
Get our...
Autistic And OK (With Joss Lambert and Lily Ashby)
We want our schools to be welcoming, inclusive places where everyone feels okay about being in school. But for many autistic pupils, that isn't the case. So how do we help?
That's the focus for this episode of the School Behaviour Secrets podcast, where we join Joss Lambert and Lily Ashby from the Autistic And OK Programme. They explain the challenges faced by neurodiverse students and what schools can do to help autistic pupils feel accepted and understood.
Important links:
To find out more about the Autistic And OK Programme click...
Essentials: Recognising The Differences Between Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)isode
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome (PDA) can look similar, but they're actually very different.
In this Essentials Episode of School Behaviour Secrets we explore key differences between ODD and PDA, because understanding these conditions is crucial so you can adopt the correct strategies to provide effective pupil support.
Important links:
Click here to hear all of episode 93
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook
Download other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources.php<...
How Social Scripts Can Transform Pupil Behaviour (With Sue Larkey)
Are you searching for effective ways to support students who struggle with social interactions? Social scripts could be the game-changer you've been looking for!
In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets we sit down with guest expert, Sue Larkey. Discover how tailored scripts can help students navigate social interactions effectively, foster independence and confidence, and create a supportive environment for neurodiverse learners.
Important links:
Visit Sue Larkey's website here
The link you will need for Sue's downloadable PDF on social scripts
And to head over to...
Essentials: Understanding the Significance of "Masking" Behaviour in Classroom Settings
Many kids with autism become experts at "masking" their true feelings and needs. This can be helpful in the short term, but over time, it can leave them feeling drained and exhausted.
So, if you're ready to find out more about supporting children with masking behaviours, then join us for the latest School Behaviour Secrets podcast.
Important links:
Click here to hear all of episode 87
Amanda Sokell's website Navigating Neurodiversity.
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook
Download other FREE behaviour...
Developmental Language Disorder - What Teachers And Parents Need To Know (With Tiffany Voigt)
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) with Tiffany Voigt, experienced speech and language pathologist from eLuma.
We cover the hidden challenges faced by students with DLD, and how these affect their learning and behaviour. Discover why early intervention and targeted support are crucial, and learn practical strategies so you can support students with DLD effectively.
Important links:
Click here to find out more about the support available at eLuma.
eLuma online speech therapy.
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https...
Essentials: Reduce Bullying By Building A Positive School Culture (With Alex Holmes)
Are you looking for ways to empower your students to stand up against bullying?
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we sit down with Alex Holmes, Deputy CEO of the Diana Award and Vice Chair of the National Anti-Bullying Alliance, to explore innovative strategies for student involvement in anti-bullying initiatives.
Important links:
Click here to hear all of episode 83
Get your FREE Beacon School Support guide to helping children manage their strong emotions
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook
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