School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton From Festive Chaos To Calm Classrooms - Helping Pupils Cope With Christmas
Christmas is exciting… but in schools, it can also send behaviour spiralling.
Between nativity rehearsals, parties, Christmas jumper day, and all the glitter-induced chaos, many pupils tip from festive fun to full-on overwhelm faster than you can say “silent night.”
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, you’ll learn why December is such a challenging month for regulation, the hidden SEMH pressures pupils face and the simple changes that help children stay settled so they can actually enjoy the fun.
You’ll learn:
- Why Christmas disrupts the nervous system for many pupils
- The bedtime routine analogy that explains festive behaviour perfectly
- Practical strategies you can use immediately to reduce silliness, anxiety and pre-holiday chaos
- How to help pupils enjoy Christmas without tipping into dysregulation
If you want a calmer, happier run-up to the holidays — for you and your pupils — this episode is your roadmap.
Important links:
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