School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton
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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 ma...
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Why Isolation Rooms Don’t Work (And What Schools Should Be Doing Instead)
Summary
Do isolation rooms really work? And if they do… why do we see the same pupils sitting in them day after day?
In this...
The Truth About Consistency: Why It’s Hard and How to Nail It
Consistency across classrooms isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s the foundation of your school culture. When pupils see one teacher give a warning, anot...
Ofsted’s 2025 Shake-Up: 5 Questions Every School Leader Should Be Asking About Behaviour and SEMH
From November 2025, inclusion, behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing are set to take centre stage during Ofsted inspections. But what does this mean f...
ADHD in Girls: Why It’s Missed and What Teachers Can Do
When we think of ADHD, most people picture the stereotype: a restless boy bouncing off the walls, blurting out answers, unable to sit still. But here...
Why De-escalation Isn’t Enough (And What To Do Instead)
Ever tried every de-escalation strategy in the book—calm voice, supportive stance, soothing words—only to watch a student keep spiralling? The proble...
The Myth of 1:1 Support: Why 1:1 Support Isn’t Always the Answer for SEMH Success in Schools
Are one-to-one teaching assistants really the best way to support students with SEMH needs?
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we expl...
Is Bullying A Form Of Trauma? Insights From Kidscape's New Research (With Paula Timms & Nathalie Noret)
Should bullying be viewed as trauma? In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we speak with guests Paula Timms and Nathalie Noret from Kidscape ab...
Relationships First: Rethinking Behaviour Policies in Schools (With Stephen Steinhaus)
Are you struggling with behaviour in your school or feeling a disconnect between staff and students? Then this episode is for you!
Join us as we...
SEND At Breaking Point: Educational Psychologists Sound The Alarm On Support In Schools (With Dr. Gavin Morgan)
Educational psychologists play a vital role in supporting students’ special educational needs and mental health. Yet, a recent British Psychological S...
Unseen Struggles: The Surprising Link Between Pain And Neurodivergence (With Jane Green)
What if neurodivergent students' behaviours were actually signals of physical pain?
In this thought-provoking episode, Jane Green, MBE, a passio...
Creating Inclusive Schools: The Neuro Ambassadors' Programme Explained! (With Melissa Leggett)
Looking for ways to support neurodivergent pupils? Do you want to inspire change in schools for a brighter future?
In this episode of School Beh...
Quick-Fire Strategies: Small Mindset Shifts - Big Classroom Wins!
Are you struggling with a class that feels completely out of control? Is this making you feel stressed?
It can be easy to feel like classroom be...
Essentials: The Hidden Cost of Bullying - Uncovering the Brain's Response to Abuse
What's the real cost of bullying on a child's health?
In this week's episode, we talk to Jessica Fraser about the powerful link between emotiona...
Helping Teachers Thrive: Strategies for Managing Tough Classes (with Jessica Werner)
Are you struggling with a tough class? Feeling overwhelmed as a result?
Join us and guest expert Jessica Werner, as we share practical strategie...
Essentials: How To Manage Chatty Classes
Are you working with a chatty class? Are you finding the noise overwhelming and feeling frustrated that valuable learning time is being lost?
In...
Join the conversation…. Prioritising Well-Being - Strategies for Educators Facing Burnout! (With Kate Whittlesey)
Do you feel that your role in education is taking a toll on your mental health?
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we discuss burnout...
Essentials: Improve Your De-Escalation Skills with This Simple Mindset Shift
Whilst every pupil's needs are unique, there's one key mindset shift that can enhance your de-escalation skills.
In this week's episode, we unco...
Empowering Educators: Supporting Students at Risk of Criminal Exploitation (With Desmond Skyers and Steve Warner)
Do you suspect a student might be at risk of criminal exploitation? Have you noticed changes in a student's behaviour or peer group?
Recognising...
Essentials: Restorative Practice In Schools - Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Are you using, or thinking about introducing, restorative practice in your school?
When done right, it teaches conflict resolution and encourage...
Why Kids Get Excluded From School (And What We Can Do About It)
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore the rise in suspensions and permanent exclusions, revealing the most common causes.
Lear...
Essentials: Connection Before Correction - A Key Strategy for SEMH Success (With Adele Bates)
There's been a concerning rise in children facing SEMH challenges in schools. So, how can teachers and educators effectively empathize with these stud...
The Impact Of Adaptive Teaching On Pupils With SEMH Needs With George Athanasiou
In this episode of the School Behaviour Secrets podcast, we interview educational expert George Athanasiou to discuss the power of adaptive teaching s...
Essentials: Hidden Challenges: How Language Processing Issues Affect Student Behaviour and Learning
Did you know language processing disorders can be a major driver of challenging classroom behaviour?
Often overlooked, but critical in supportin...
How To Quickly Identify SEMH Needs In School Children
For the first time on School Behaviour Secrets we are sharing our podcast on the usual audio format as well as on YouTube as a video podcast. So, if y...
School Behaviour Secrets' New Format Unveiled!
What's the future looking like for the School Behaviour Secrets podcast?
In this preview episode, we unveil the exciting new direction for the p...
How To Write A Successful Pupil Regulation Plan
Are you working with students who frequently get dysregulated in school, lose control of their emotions, and find it hard to use agreed strategies for...
Essentials: Practical Applications Of Virtual Reality For Reducing Pupil Anxiety
Imagine a classroom where students step into virtual worlds to learn essential social skills and prepare for life's challenges. This vision is becomin...
ADHD in Focus: Strategies for Classroom Success With Abby Moehringer
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we ask: What are the most effective strategies for helping students with ADHD in the classroom?
Our...
Essentials: Pro Regulation - Helping Students Understand And Manage Their ‘Big’ Emotions
Are you supporting children who frequently lose self-control when faced with big emotions like anger and anxiety?
In this Essentials episode of...
Autistic And OK (With Joss Lambert and Lily Ashby)
We want our schools to be welcoming, inclusive places where everyone feels okay about being in school. But for many autistic pupils, that isn't the ca...
Essentials: Recognising The Differences Between Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)isode
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome (PDA) can look similar, but they're actually very different.
In t...
How Social Scripts Can Transform Pupil Behaviour (With Sue Larkey)
Are you searching for effective ways to support students who struggle with social interactions? Social scripts could be the game-changer you've been l...
Essentials: Understanding the Significance of "Masking" Behaviour in Classroom Settings
Many kids with autism become experts at "masking" their true feelings and needs. This can be helpful in the short term, but over time, it can leave th...
Developmental Language Disorder - What Teachers And Parents Need To Know (With Tiffany Voigt)
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we explore Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) with Tiffany Voigt, experienced speech and language path...
Essentials: Reduce Bullying By Building A Positive School Culture (With Alex Holmes)
Are you looking for ways to empower your students to stand up against bullying?
In this episode of School Behaviour Secrets, we sit down with Al...
Creative Approaches To Help Children Experiencing Sadness (With Clare Williams)
In this week's episode of School Behaviour Secrets we explore how to support pupils who are experiencing long term persistent feelings of sadness with...
Essentials: Understanding The Science Behind ADHD Medication With Dr. Walt Karniski
Deciding whether to medicate your child for ADHD is hard. How can you be sure it's the right call?
This week on the School Behaviour Secrets pod...
Using The PACE Approach For Effective Behaviour Management
Are you working with pupils with a history of trauma in your classroom and their behaviour is often heightened, unpredictable, and difficult to manage...
Quick-Fire Strategies: The De-Escalation Danger Zone
If you've ever found yourself in a situation where you have to de-escalate a heightened student, you'll know that it's hard work, it's super stressful...
Essentials: Understanding Children With Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
In the past, children who struggle to attend school have been described as 'school refusers,' implying that their behaviour stems from wilfulness. But...