Behaviour

![CDATA[New teachers starting out may have concerns about behavioural issues in the classroom, as these seem to regularly hit the headlines. The reality, however, is reassuring. The latest figures indicate that 92.3% of all schools in England were judged good or outstanding for standards of behaviour and only 0.3% considered to be inadequate. Much of the literature suggests that low-level disruption is of most concern to teachers and more extreme behaviour comparatively rare. Incidents of verbal and physical abuse do occur but are more usually directed at other pupils rather than teachers (DofE, 2013). Any unwanted behaviour, however, can undermine both teacher effectiveness and wellbeing. It is worth knowing how to promote a positive classroom environment as well as dealing effectively with challenges when they occur. How you position your pupils, the relationships you build, how well you look after yourself and maintain your professional integrity all make a difference - as well as school culture and expectations. Although there is no single solution or quick fix, small daily changes make big differences over time. Choosing what works sometimes means reflecting on long held beliefs.]]