Liv Dempsey, a headteacher navigating behavior management in her first year, Tom Oakley, a deputy head with innovative systems, and Charles Bankovitz, a daily classroom teacher, share their insights. They discuss why certainty in behavior expectations is crucial, the benefits of de-escalation language, and the routines that preempt issues. The trio unpacks trauma-informed practices versus traditional methods, the importance of strong staff relationships, and the supportive culture needed to alleviate teacher stress, offering practical solutions for primary classrooms.
