Influence Of Consistency On Behaviour Management In Schools

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Consistency of implementation of a whole school behaviour policy is vitally important in order for a policy to be effective. This is much easier to achieve with a clear and concise policy that is understood by all parties. The Select Committee Report on Behaviour and Discipline in Schools
(February 2011) also found that schools “need strong, consistent and positive approaches to behaviour for learning, demonstrated by all staff at all times.― Consistency in approach to whole school behaviour management is very important in order to firmly set out the framework for acceptable behaviour for students. Lack of consistency leads to confusion and some pupils will “test― the system if it is perceived as unfair or subjective. Schools with a