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!
Episodes
291 episodes
The Untold Challenges Of Providing Effective SEMH Support In schools (With Abigail Hawkins)
Are you seeing more and more pupils with high social, emotional and behavioural needs in your school? And are you feeling demoralised trying to navigate the challenges faced in providing effective support?School Behaviour Secrets is back...
From Conflict to Connection - The Transformative Power of Restorative Practice In Schools With Sara Hagel
Curious about the outcomes of effective restorative practice in schools?Join us as Sara Hagel, a specialist in restorative approaches, shares real-life success stories. In this episode, we discuss the positive changes in students' emotio...
Proactive Approaches To Anger Management In Schools with Nicola S. Morgan
If you are working with kids with anger difficulties, then you do not want to miss this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, featuring Nicola S. Morgan (an expert in anger management).Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets f...
Essentials: Understanding The Impact of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder On Student Behaviour
Have you ever wondered about the hidden challenges students with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) face in the classroom?Join us in this Essentials episode where we investigate the science behind FASD, exploring its impact on behav...
The Power of Understanding: Recognising Underlying Needs In Autistic Girls with Nicola Durant
How well do you really understand the experiences of autistic girls in your classroom?In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, join us as we tackle this important topic with expert insights from Nicola Durant. From anxiety triggers t...
Essentials: Melatonin Matters - How Sleep Chemistry Shapes Student Behaviour
Sometimes it can be challenging to work out why certain pupils are unresponsive to our behaviour support strategies or display unpredictable behaviours from day to day.In this Essentials episode, we explore the often-overlooked connectio...
Transforming Mindsets: Cultivating Resilience In Students with Kate Parish
Are you seeking effective ways to shape resilient mindsets in your students?Then join us as we explore the transformative impact of mindset teaching in our latest episode of School Behaviour Secrets, with our guest Kate Parish. Discover ...
Why Anger Management Programmes Fail
Are your anger management programmes failing to have an impact on the kids you teach?Join us in this Essentials episode as we uncover critical elements that can transform your school's approach to delivering anger management intervention...
From Burnout To Brilliance: Strategies For School Leaders with Suneta Bagri and Catherine Hulme
Are you or your colleagues struggling to cope with the stress and challenges of working in a school? Are you reaching burnout?In this thought provoking interview, Suneta Bagri and Catherine Hulme reveal strategies to ignite a well-being ...
Quick-Fire Strategies: Meltdowns Or Tantrums? What's Really Happening
Are you working with children who experience meltdowns or tantrums, and are unsure how to support them?Join me as I explore the key differences between meltdowns and tantrums, so that you can use the right response at the right time and ...
Essentials: Rewards And Their Impact On Pupil Motivation
Are rewards really effective in the classroom?In this thought-provoking episode, we take a critical look at the use of rewards in education. We discuss the potential pitfalls and how rewards can lose their impact over time. Find out how ...
Practical Strategies For Reconnecting Disengaged Students with Dr. Emir Cruz Fernandez
Are you searching for effective ways to engage your students, increase their motivation and enhance their classroom experience?In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets Dr. Emir Cruz Fernandez reveals the art of connecting through acti...
Essentials: Understanding The Anger Cycle - The Secret To De-escalation
Knowing how to effectively manage students' fight, flight, or freeze responses in the classroom can be tricky.In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets we explore the biological changes that drive these reactions and reveal strategies ...
How To Teach Students The Art Of Conflict Management with Monica Davis
Want to know the key to successful conflict resolution in schools?Join us for an insightful conversation with Monica Davis, an advocate for proactive conflict resolution strategies. We explore the power of roleplay in preparing students ...
Essentials: A Blueprint For Impactful Whole School Training
Ever invested time and money in whole school behaviour training for your staff - only to find it didn't have the impact you hoped it would? So it didn't result in success for your students AND the teaching staff in your school?In this we...
EBSA in a Post-Pandemic World: The Building Blocks for Student Attendance
Ever wondered why some students smoothly transition back to school while others struggle with EBSA?Join us in this episode as we reveal the essential components that can make or break your school's EBSA support system. Discover how to bo...
Essentials: Strategies for Effective Behaviour Management
Explore the powerful impact of body language on classroom behaviour.Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we delve into the subtle cues that can make or break your classroom dynamics. Discover how to use your body langua...
Unlocking Emotional Healing Through Play Therapy with Juliette Miller
Can play therapy help children process their emotions and traumatic experiences?In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we delve deep into the world of play therapy with our expert guest, Juliette Miller. Join us as we explore how p...
Essentials: The Gratitude Effect - Boosting Resilience and Calm in the Classroom
Have you ever considered the role of gratitude in building resilience?In this School Behaviour Secrets episode, we uncover the connection between gratitude and resilience. Explore real-life examples and practical strategies for integrati...
Revolutionising Sensory Breaks: The Cubbie Solution with David McIntyre
Are you ready to transform the way we learn and make education truly inclusive for everyone?In this ground-breaking episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we delve into the transformative world of sensory education with Cubbie, a v...
Essentials: Understanding Autism - Insights for Inclusive Classrooms
Is your school ready to embrace the diverse world of your autism? To help your autistic pupils thrive and meet their potential in your classroom?In this Essentials episode, we share the facts every teacher should know about autism and me...
The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Education with Arsho Kalloghlian
Are teachers the key to nurturing emotional intelligence in students?In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we delve into emotional intelligence with psychotherapist Arsho Kalloghlian. We explore the significance of e...
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 make or break your school's SEMH suppo...
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 how routines, environme...
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-lasting behavioural change. Join us as...