Length: 38 mins
Michelleย debates the value of exclusions or suspensions, who they benefit, and how to move your school to an exclusion prevention method of behaviour management. She draws from her own experience in teaching to explore triggers for behaviours and how to discover what is not working for the child. Michelle also discusses staff wellbeing whilst moving to an exclusion prevention policy.
This audio is intended for education professionals but may be of interest to parents and carers also.
“Fantastic, really enjoyed listening.” – Hub member

Headteacher, alternative education provision centre
Michelle Masters has always been passionate about inclusion, firmly believing that all children should have the opportunity to belong to a community.
She initially began supporting SEN children in mainstream settings, before expanding support for children who have experienced trauma and who may have attachment difficulties.
Michelle has worked in education for 20 years and is currently the head of a special school for traumatised secondary school students.