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 should know, all based on their decades of experience supporting real teachers and real students in real classrooms.But that’s not all...We also interview thought leaders from the world of education so you can hear NEW insights that could hold the key to unlocking your students’ potential. Whether it’s managing the whole class, helping kids with behavioural SEN, or whole school strategy - we’ve got you covered.Are you in? Brilliant. Because this is YOUR CHANCE to get unstuck, hear from the experts, feel inspired and start seeing more positive behaviour in your classroom again. So hit that subscribe button... and let’s get started!
Latest episodes
Jul 12, 2023 • 14min
Essentials: How To Build Relationships with Hard-to-Reach Kids (With Kevin Hewitson)
Teaching a difficult class - or students who are disengaged from their learning? Want to motivate your students and have a set of practical steps you can take to transform classroom relationships from negative to positive?In this bitesize episode, Kevin Hewitson reveals the significance of belonging in the classroom and how it influences student behaviour, motivation, and overall well-being. He shares practical strategies (such as allocating responsibilities, encouraging feedback, and managing the student's voice) to create a sense of belonging that increases student engagement and paves the way for academic success.Important links:Get Kevin's book, If you can't reach them, you can't teach them.Click here for the full interview from episode 18.Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbookDownload other FREE SEMH resources to use in your school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
Jul 9, 2023 • 30min
Inside a Behaviour Tactics Webinar: Unveiling Secrets for Effective Classroom Management
How can teachers effectively manage classroom behaviour and support students with complex needs?Tune in to this exclusive episode of School Behaviour Secrets, where we take you inside one of our 'behaviour tactics webinars'. Discover the untold secrets and powerful strategies that will empower you to create a harmonious learning environment for all students (and teachers). Get ready to unlock the keys to successful classroom management!Important links:Get our FREE SEN Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/SEN-handbook.phpGet our FREE Sensory Checklist: hereJoin our Inner Circle membership programme: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/inner_circle.phpDownload other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources.phpHigher Listenings: Joy for EducatorsA new podcast from Top Hat delivering ideas, relief, and joy to the future of teaching.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Jul 5, 2023 • 12min
Essentials: ADHD Explained: What Every Teacher Needs to Know
In this Essentials episode, we give you a clear and concise explanation of what ADHD is, how it commonly affects children, and what behaviours teachers can expect to see in the classroom from students with ADHD.All with the aim of helping you support your students successfully in the classroom... and use proactive strategies that respond to the individual needs of your students.Important links:Click here for the full interview from episode 13.Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbookDownload other FREE SEMH resources to use in your school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
Jul 2, 2023 • 22min
ELDR: A Simple 4 Part Framework for De-Escalation Success
Discover the key components of successful de-escalation in schools, including the physiological changes in the brain during dysregulation. Learn about a brand new four-part framework for effective de-escalation. Explore the challenges faced by adults in resolving school incidents and the importance of repairing relationships in conflict resolution.
Jun 28, 2023 • 12min
ESSENTIALS: From "I am not safe" to "I am safe": Helping Children Overcome Attachment Issues with Catherine Young
Are you aware of the impact of early relationships on student behaviour? In this Essentials episode, we sit down with attachment specialist and author Catherine Young, to explore the profound impact of attachment on children's lives and learning.In this episode, you'll learn practical strategies for helping children develop secure attachments. and insights about the pivotal role teachers play in fostering secure attachments and promoting healthy emotional development.Important links:Click here for the full interview from episode 8.M-MAT Attachment Therapy website: https://www.m-mat.org/Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbookDownload other FREE SEMH resources to use in your school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
Jun 25, 2023 • 21min
Unlocking Social Skills: Exploring the Power of LEGO® Therapy
Can LEGO® therapy provide a solution for neurodivergent children seeking support in social and emotional development?In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we interview Gina Gomez de la Cuesta, a clinical psychologist and expert in LEGO® therapy. Together we discuss how, through collaborative LEGO® building, children can learn communication, problem-solving, and social skills.Important links:Click to view The Brick-by Brick® Website hereClick to view a short video about this approach hereClick to visit the Play Included Facebook page hereGet our FREE SEN Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/SEN-handbook.phpJoin our Inner Circle membership programme: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/inner_circle.phpDownload other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources.php
Jun 21, 2023 • 11min
ESSENTIALS: Unlocking The Secrets Of Successful Break Times (with Tim Davies)
Lunchtimes and playtimes can often be the spark for challenging behaviour in schools - and resolving those issues can often spill over into lesson time. So how can we encourage positive behaviour from all our students at break time?In this essentials episode, Tim Davies shares practical steps and strategies (and cost-effective solutions) for making this happen in your school... and the positive impact you'll see on behaviour and relationships as a result.Important links:Click here for the full interview from episode 6.Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbookDownload other FREE SEMH resources to use in your school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
Jun 18, 2023 • 27min
Understanding Executive Functions: Key Skills for Success
What are executive functions and how do they affect student behaviour in school?Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we explore the connection between executive functions and ADHD. Discover how these key functions influence behaviour and learn effective strategies for supporting students in your school today.Important links:Get our FREE SEN Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/SEN-handbook.phpJoin our Inner Circle membership programme: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/inner_circle.phpDownload other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources.phpHigher Listenings: Joy for EducatorsA new podcast from Top Hat delivering ideas, relief, and joy to the future of teaching.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
Jun 14, 2023 • 12min
Small Interventions, Big Differences: Supporting Children Affected By Parental Mental Illness with Helena Kulikowska
In this Essentials episode of School Behaviour Secrets, Helena Kulikowska shares practical insights on supporting children affected by their parent's mental health.She reveals the power of simple interventions and student-teacher empathy that can make a significant difference in their lives - and shares practical strategies that can make a profound difference for pupils affected by this issue.Important links:Click here for the full interview from episode 34.Visit the Our Time website for more ideas and resources: https://ourtime.org.uk/Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbookDownload other FREE SEMH resources to use in your school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
Jun 11, 2023 • 24min
Writing With Mindfulness: Nurturing Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience in Students With Laura Bean
Can combining writing with meditation and mindfulness really help students to show more self-compassion and improve their ability to understand their own emotions?In this School Behaviour Secrets episode, we interview Educational Wellness Consultant, Laura Bean. Together, we discuss the benefits of mindfulness and how these moments can be used to support pupils with Social, Emotional Mental Health needs.Important links:Visit Laura's Mindful Literacy website hereBuy Laura's book - Write to the Core hereGet our FREE managing strong emotions guide: hereGet our FREE SEN Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/SEN-handbook.phpJoin our Inner Circle membership programme: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/inner_circle.phpHigher Listenings: Joy for EducatorsA new podcast from Top Hat delivering ideas, relief, and joy to the future of teaching.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
