Scenario 1.1: Behaviour around the school has become inconsistent across departments
You’ve noticed that expectations for behaviour are being applied differently across subjects or areas of the school. Some teachers consistently reinforce routines, while others are inconsistent or permissive. The result is that students receive mixed messages, and behaviour is deteriorating during transitions, lessons, or in corridors.
Leadership Behaviours to Support This Challenge
| Code | Behaviour | Why It Matters |
| C1 | Hold High Standards | Reinforces a consistent foundation. If leaders accept variation, inconsistency becomes the norm. |
| C3 | Establish Routines | Shared routines create predictability across the school, making it easier for students to meet expectations. |
| C4 | Maintain Consistency | Embedding routines requires repetition and reinforcement as this behaviour ensures they stick. |
| C5 | Celebrate Successes | Spotting and celebrating when behaviour improves helps reinforce the cultural shift you want to see. |
| L4 | Make it Happen | Leaders must follow up relentlessly. This signals that consistency isn’t optional, it’s core. |
| T10 | Embrace Accountability | When some staff don’t uphold standards, leaders must have courageous conversations and follow through. |
Suggested Approach
- Start by gathering clear evidence of inconsistency (learning walks, student voice, behaviour data).
- Use a leadership meeting to review agreed routines and expectations. Do they still reflect your standard?
- Make consistency a shared goal. Agree on what needs tightening, then support staff with walkthroughs, modelling, and feedback.
- Recognise departments or staff who are already getting it right. Use them as examples.
- Provide coaching or accountability where follow-through is weak.