The School Podcast

Why Taking Away What Children Love Makes Behaviour Worse (Throwback)


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What happens when a young person is struggling with behaviour, trauma and school?

In this powerful conversation, Fay Greaves shares lessons from over 30 years working with some of the most challenging students in education.

From dealing with racial abuse and restorative justice, to why consistency matters more than punishment, Fay explains how relationships, fairness and understanding can completely change a young person's future.

One of the most thought-provoking parts of the conversation explores why schools should never use a child's passion as a punishment. Whether it's sport, music, drama or another talent, Fay argues that taking away the one thing a young person is good at can often do more harm than good.

This episode is packed with practical wisdom for teachers, school leaders, parents and anyone working with young people.

Topics Covered

🎯 Behaviour management in schools

🤝 Restorative justice

🗣️ Racial abuse in education

🧠 Trauma-informed practice

💬 Building trust with students

⚖️ Fairness and consistency

🏀 Sports and positive behaviour

🏫 School culture

🛡️ Safeguarding and welfare

🌟 Supporting vulnerable young people

HUGE thank you to our sponsor Nisai Learning, an online school in the UK and worldwide providing flexible, accredited education: https://www.nisai.com

This episode is brought to you by Cameron Parker (UK's #1 Motivational Speaker for Secondary Schools) and Education Media.

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