S207 Repair & Rebuild
Adult repair (when we got it wrong)
Aim (what it achieves)
Model respect and reduce ongoing conflict after a teacher misstep.
When to use
When you realise your tone/response escalated the situation unfairly.
How to use (steps)
Briefly acknowledge, restate expectation, and move on. No self-flagellation.
Teacher language (examples)
“I was too sharp then. I’m resetting. I still need you to…”
Top tips (makes it work)
Keep it short; do it privately; return to clear boundaries.
Common pitfalls
Over-apologising; undermining authority; doing it theatrically.
SEND/PP considerations
Powerful for vulnerable pupils; shows fairness and builds long-term trust.
Tags
Sources
Used in
Behaviour Matrix
- Repair & Rebuild Low-level defiance / arguing / ‘No’ (mild)
Related strategies
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Connect then correct (brief repair after correction)
Prevent resentment and ‘teacher hates me’ narratives after a boundary.
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Restorative micro-conversation (3 questions)
Repair harm and restore learning relationships quickly.
S204 Repair & Rebuild
Re-entry script (fresh start + first step)
Reintegrate pupils positively after conflict or sanction.
S205 Repair & Rebuild
Relationship banking (planned positive micro-interactions)
Build trust so corrections land without escalation.
S208 Repair & Rebuild
Home–school communication (partnership framing)
Reduce repeat issues by aligning adults and avoiding blame narratives.
S211 Repair & Rebuild
Brief reflection prompts (forward-looking)
Help pupils learn from incidents without shame.