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#136: The entry routine that is magic for low-level disruption! The power of learning maps

Author
Claire English
Published
Tue 12 Aug 2025
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If your lessons feel like a sprint uphill from the very first bell... kids trickling in, backpacks still on, everyone chatting while you’re already repeating yourself, then friend, you don’t have an entry routine problem. You have an entry routine opportunity.

This is part two of the Behaviour Club Kickstart, and today we’re talking entry routines! Specifically, the simple but mighty tool: Learning Maps.

Think of Learning Maps like Google Maps for your lesson: they show students exactly where they’re headed, how they’ll get there, and why it matters. And the magic? They’re not just a “best practice” teaching tool, they’re also low-level behaviour kryptonite.

I’ll walk you through:

  • Why a shaky start sets the tone for a chaotic lesson (and how to fix it)
  • How Learning Maps calm student anxiety and cut down disruption
  • What to include so they actually work in the real world—not just on paper
  • How to use them as part of your entry routine without adding extra work to your plate

It’s never just about the behaviour, it’s every dang thing we do in our classroom!

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why entry routines are your first (and best) line of defence against disruption
  • The three superpowers of Learning Maps for behaviour and engagement
  • Exactly what to include in a Learning Map so it’s clear, consistent, and student-friendly
  • How to embed Learning Maps into every lesson, no matter your schedule or classroom setup
  • Ways to keep students returning to the Learning Map throughout the lesson to boost clarity and buy-in

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