If you talk to anyone in education you will find that behaviour is always a hot topic of conversation. However, there are some sound pieces of evidence that can support us in identifying ‘best bets’ that will help us to manage behaviour effectively.
The EEF’s published guidance report on ‘Improving behaviour in schools’, makes six recommendations on how to tackle behaviour in school.
Each of these six recommendations are explored in detail in the guidance report, Improving Behaviour in Schools, but for now, let’s dig deeper into Recommendation 6 which highlights the importance of consistency at a whole school level. This guidance brings to light the impact a consistently applied behaviour policy can have; not only on pupil wellbeing and attendance but also on staff.
I don’t think that any school would disagree with the fact that consistency is important. It is important to pupils, their family and staff in order to create a community that feels fair, feels safe and is a place where positive relationships have the opportunity to thrive. However, this is not always easy to achieve.
