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#Slow start

13 strategies tagged with Slow start

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S002 Prevent

Consistent lesson structure (predictable phases)

Reduce anxiety and friction by making the lesson flow predictable.

#Universal (OAP) #Off-task #Transitions #Slow start
S003 Prevent

Clarity-first instructions (one step at a time)

Prevent ‘instruction failure’ turning into behaviour problems.

#Universal (OAP) #Off-task #Work avoidance #Transitions +1 more
S010 Prevent

Meet and greet (warm start, high expectations)

Improve readiness and reduce escalation by starting with connection and clarity.

#Universal (OAP) #Low-level defiance #Slow start #Lateness
S218 Prevent

Build in visible checkpoints (mini-deadlines + quick checks)

Reduce drifting/off-task behaviour by making progress expectations frequent and visible.

#Universal (OAP) #Off-task #Work avoidance #Slow start
S228 Prevent

Teach self-monitoring (simple target + quick check-ins)

Build pupil ownership so behaviour improves without constant teacher correction.

#Universal (OAP) #Off-task #Low-level defiance #Slow start
S229 Prevent

Plan ‘high-probability’ starts (easy first step to build momentum)

Reduce refusal and avoidance by making the first action very achievable.

#Universal (OAP) #Anxiety #Work avoidance #Slow start
S233 Prevent

Teach ‘ready to learn’ setup (books out, equipment, posture, eyes)

Prevent repeated reminders by making readiness a taught, rehearsed routine.

#Universal (OAP) #Transitions #Slow start
S105 Interrupt & Redirect

Clear ‘what to do’ direction (observable)

Turn ‘stop it’ into a clear next action.

#Calling out #Off-task #Transitions #Slow start
S129 Interrupt & Redirect

Micro-deadlines (start now + short timer)

Increase task initiation and reduce drifting by making the next step time-bound.

#Off-task #Work avoidance #Slow start
S140 Interrupt & Redirect

Rehearse the routine (30 seconds practice, then continue)

Fix a recurring low-level issue by practising the expected routine immediately and neutrally.

#Noise #Transitions #Slow start
S204 Repair & Rebuild

Re-entry script (fresh start + first step)

Reintegrate pupils positively after conflict or sanction.

#Relationship #Repeat issues #Slow start
S210 Repair & Rebuild

Post-incident learning plan (one target for next lesson)

Turn incidents into a practical improvement plan rather than a grudge.

#Repeat issues #Work avoidance #Slow start
S238 Repair & Rebuild

Rehearse the routine (redo it the right way)

Build habits by practising the expected behaviour (rather than only talking about it).

#Universal (OAP) #Transitions #Slow start
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