Classroom management for teachers

Build a calm, focused classroom through routines, relationships and consistent behaviour systems.

Teachers lose valuable time managing behaviour. This programme gives practical, positive strategies for routines, expectations, participation and difficult behaviour, suited to large classes and the realities of schools.

Who it is for: Teachers, coordinators and school leaders.

Duration: 1–3 days. Group size: up to 25. Format: on-site, virtual or blended, and online.

What it covers

• Routines, expectations and lesson structure
• Relationships and positive behaviour systems
• Engagement strategies for mixed-ability classes
• Responding to challenging behaviour consistently

Outcomes

• Teachers set clear classroom routines that students follow.
• They use practical strategies to manage behaviour calmly and consistently.
• More students take part actively in lessons.

Modules

• Foundations: Relationships, Expectations, Classroom layout
• Routines: Starting lessons, Transitions, Ending lessons
• Engagement: Questioning, Group work, Large classes
• Behaviour: Positive reinforcement, Calm responses, Working with parents

Tools and takeaways

• Routine planner
• Behaviour expectations chart
• Participation strategy cards
• Behaviour response steps
• Reflection journal

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