Setting clear expectations, routines and rules in the classroom ensures students know what they need to do and when, so they can focus on learning. High expectations for behaviour are standards of conduct that promote positive student behaviour, expressed in daily routines, rules and behaviours in the classroom. This is key to creating learning environments where students feel safe, respected and motivated to learn.
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Expectations
Maintaining high expectations for all students can positively impact their behaviour and readiness to learn.
Routines
Explicitly teaching routines provides structure, predictability and consistency to support student learning.
Entrance routine
An effective entrance routine promotes safety, builds positive connections with students and maximises instructional time.
Exit routine
An exit routine at the end of a lesson provides a safe, predictable and organised end to learning.
Students gaining teacher attention
Establishing methods for students to gain your attention is important for creating a safe and supportive learning environment and minimising disruptions.
Students moving through the school
An effective routine for students moving through the school is important for maintaining a safe and orderly school environment where learning time is maximised.
Rules
Rules allow teachers to clearly state the behaviour expectations for all students in the learning environment.