The STEP-UP Approach – A Whole School Positive Behaviour Management & Relationships Programme

Course introduction

The STEP-UP Approach is a comprehensive scheme supporting schools to achieve effective behaviour management through a simple step-by-step approach, with differentiated methodologies and procedures to meet the need of primary and secondary.

The approach achieves this by encouraging schools to adopt a school behaviour policy which is simple, effective and yet sustainable. It focuses on schools setting up effective systems for school rules, correctives and positive reinforcement linked to the policy. Using tried and tested strategies throughout the approach, it endeavours to show schools how to plan, implement and monitor these systems.

The STEP-UP Approach includes the SUP (Step-Up Programme) supporting individual pupils to recognise and manage their behaviour. This part of the approach can be used independently to enhance existing good practices or as part of a whole school behaviour policy to managing pupil behaviour. It focuses on low level and challenging behaviour by using an FBA assessment to help identifying the correct way forward. It also looks at the school environment and shows schools how a positive learning culture can influence pupils’ behaviour.

Our Five Key Success Approaches:
1. Relational based interventions
2. Predictable and consistent routines
3. Teaching appropriate behaviour
4. Managing situations confidently and calmly
5. Implementing realistic and effective correctives

This training course comes with the STEP-UP Approach e-Handbook.

What we will cover throughout the day

• Develop a whole-school behaviour management strategy that is simple, effective, and sustainable. This includes designing and implementing structured systems for rules, correctives, and positive reinforcement that align with the STEP-UP framework.

• Monitor, evaluate, and sustain the STEP-UP Approach by developing a plan to track progress and measure the effectiveness of behaviour management strategies.

• Understand and apply the Step-Up Programme (SUP) to support individual pupils, using Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviour and develop targeted intervention plans. Explore how to assess and modify the school environment to promote a positive learning culture.

• Learn strategies for repairing adult-child relationships after behavioural incidents by examining restorative approaches that rebuild trust and encourage positive behavioural change. Techniques will be introduced that foster a respectful and supportive school climate.

• Implement fair and effective strategies for managing behaviour incidents by applying calm and confident techniques. Explore practical methods to introduce realistic and effective corrective strategies that align with the school’s behaviour policy.

Target audience

Aimed at anyone who is looking for an effective whole school approach for positive behaviour management and relationship building. Ideal for Headteachers, Deputy Heads, Assistant Heads, Behaviour Leads, SENDCo/ALNCo, Pastoral Leads.

Trainers for this course

Nicola S. Morgan

BAEd QTS

As an international education consultant, author and teacher, Nicola has a reputation for successfully managing the most challenging behaviour and motivating staff, senior leaders and par...ents to help implement change.

Since starting NSMTC and sharing her expertise with a wider audience, Nicola regularly receives positive feedback. Attendees praise her delivery style and how motivated and inspired they feel following her sessions. They leave each training or course with the confidence to push their own boundaries for personal achievement.

On top of writing countless educational books and articles, Nicola is an International Values-Based Education approved trainer, NLP Master Practitioner and an English Channel Swimmer.Read more

See what others have to say about us

At last, a programme which is easy and effective to use and shows maximum results very quickly. We used this approach in my last inspection and we were judged outstanding for behaviour management and inclusion. Training was fun and thoroughly enjoyable, a fantastic result. (Headteacher)

Since introducing the STEP-UP Approach in my school I have seen a dramatic decrease in unwanted behaviours. Teachers are able to manage the behaviour more effectively as the children have clear rules and expectations. Not only is it an effective corrective but the children who have been placed on the Step-Up Programme have learnt the necessary skills to help manage their behaviour long term. I recommend this Programme to other schools.(Headteacher)

The implementation of the STEP-UP Approach has made a significant impact in our school. It has enabled the school to equip staff with the knowledge and skills they require, to meet increasingly challenging and diverse pupil needs. Children who display challenging behaviour have benefited immensely. All have developed coping strategies, as well as demonstrating significant improvement in their achievements. (Headteacher)

About the venue

Stay at home, get comfortable and enjoy our live interactive course via Zoom! You’ll receive the link a few days before the course date so you can get prepared (and excited) ahead of time.

Handy course logistics

• The course will run via Zoom from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm, however, the trainer will be available 15 minutes before and after the course times to answer any questions.
• You’ll receive mid-morning, lunch and afternoon breaks to re-energise.
• This course is designed to be interactive and inclusive. We welcome questions and discussions throughout and we want you to be comfortable and stress-free no matter where you join us from!
• Your course pack includes handouts, an M&S voucher for food, a snack, a pen and a notepad – we’ll send this to you before the day. Please note this is only for UK-based participants, international attendees will receive the pack via email.
• Additional links and information will be emailed to you before and during the course.
• This course is also available as an in-house / INSET training session at your school. Contact us for details.
• Please Note – The cost is per person.
• Please note – the early bird rate of £185+ VAT ends 28 days prior to the course date, after this the standard rate of £215+VAT will be charged.