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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!

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Update frequency
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Average duration
23 minutes
Episodes
244
Years Active
2021 - 2024
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Essentials: How To Maximise The Success Of Your Behaviour Interventions

Essentials: How To Maximise The Success Of Your Behaviour Interventions

Have you ever wondered why some behaviour interventions in your school seem to work... wonders while others fall flat?

In this Essentials episode, we'll reveal the essential building blocks that can m…

00:10:35  |   Thu 07 Sep 2023
Starting Strong: Creating a Positive Classroom with the REECH Framework

Starting Strong: Creating a Positive Classroom with the REECH Framework

Looking to start the school year on the right foot? Join us in exploring our REECH Framework-a blueprint for a thriving and purposeful classroom.

In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we unveil…
00:30:22  |   Sun 03 Sep 2023
Quick-fire strategies: I’ve Changed My Mind on Intrinsic Motivation

Quick-fire strategies: I’ve Changed My Mind on Intrinsic Motivation

Is extrinsic or intrinsic motivation more powerful in driving student success?

In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore the transformative power of intrinsic motivation in driving long-…

00:10:21  |   Sun 27 Aug 2023
Quick-fire strategies: Does Chat-GPT Mean The End For Teachers?

Quick-fire strategies: Does Chat-GPT Mean The End For Teachers?

With the advancements in AI technology, tools like chat GPT are revolutionising the way students learn and access information. But what does this mean for the role of teachers?

In this thought-provoki…

00:07:50  |   Sun 20 Aug 2023
Quick-fire strategies: Can Visual Timetables Be Bad?

Quick-fire strategies: Can Visual Timetables Be Bad?

Are visual timetables the secret weapon for fostering positive behaviour in students? Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we navigate through the fascinating dynamics surrounding v…

00:10:07  |   Sun 13 Aug 2023
Quick-fire strategies: How Social Media Fuels Unkind Student Behaviour (And What To Do About It)

Quick-fire strategies: How Social Media Fuels Unkind Student Behaviour (And What To Do About It)

Is social media wreaking havoc in your classroom?

Join us in this enlightening episode of the School Behaviour Secrets as we delve into the profound impact of empathy, unveil the hidden dangers associ…

00:09:36  |   Sun 06 Aug 2023
Quick-fire strategies: Eliminating Dead Time in the Classroom

Quick-fire strategies: Eliminating Dead Time in the Classroom

Is 'Dead Time' secretly sabotaging your classroom? Get ready to conquer this hidden enemy and unleash your students' true potential!

Join us on this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we dive into…

00:09:40  |   Sun 30 Jul 2023
Quick-fire strategies: Why Do Students Respond Differently to Similar Traumatic Events?

Quick-fire strategies: Why Do Students Respond Differently to Similar Traumatic Events?

Ever wondered why similar traumatic events can have such different effects on the pupils we teach?

In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we unravel the intricate relationship between external e…

00:11:12  |   Sun 23 Jul 2023
Essentials: Beyond Praise - Strategies for Empowering Students and Improving Classroom Behaviour

Essentials: Beyond Praise - Strategies for Empowering Students and Improving Classroom Behaviour

Could clear expectations be the missing piece of the behaviour jigsaw in your classroom? In this Essentials episode, we explore the often overlooked impact of fairness and clear expectations on stude…

00:11:31  |   Wed 19 Jul 2023
Supporting Students' Mental Health: A 10-Step Approach with Gina Nelson

Supporting Students' Mental Health: A 10-Step Approach with Gina Nelson

How can we effectively support students with anxiety? Join us as we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Gina Nelson, a licensed clinical social worker specialising in teen anxiety.

In this…

00:36:58  |   Sun 16 Jul 2023
Essentials: How To Build Relationships with Hard-to-Reach Kids (With Kevin Hewitson)

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 fro…

00:14:08  |   Wed 12 Jul 2023
Inside a Behaviour Tactics Webinar: Unveiling Secrets for Effective Classroom Management

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 'beh…

00:29:47  |   Sun 09 Jul 2023
Essentials: ADHD Explained: What Every Teacher Needs to Know

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 student…

00:11:51  |   Wed 05 Jul 2023
ELDR: A Simple 4 Part Framework for De-Escalation Success

ELDR: A Simple 4 Part Framework for De-Escalation Success

What are the key components to successful de-escalation in schools?

Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we delve into the true meaning of de-escalation, explore the physiological ch…

00:21:57  |   Sun 02 Jul 2023
ESSENTIALS: From

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 …

00:11:56  |   Wed 28 Jun 2023
Unlocking Social Skills: Exploring the Power of LEGO® Therapy

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,…

00:20:58  |   Sun 25 Jun 2023
ESSENTIALS: Unlocking The Secrets Of Successful Break Times (with Tim Davies)

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 fro…

00:10:34  |   Wed 21 Jun 2023
Understanding Executive Functions: Key Skills for Success

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. …

00:26:39  |   Sun 18 Jun 2023
Small Interventions, Big Differences: Supporting Children Affected By Parental Mental Illness with Helena Kulikowska

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 int…

00:12:29  |   Wed 14 Jun 2023
Writing With Mindfulness: Nurturing Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience in Students With Laura Bean

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 epi…

00:24:25  |   Sun 11 Jun 2023
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