Parentshop Blog
Expert insights and practical advice on parenting, child behaviour management, and professional development in education.
The calm in the chaos: equipping frontline staff for Tough Conversations
When you're the first point of contact for angry clients, distressed families, or community members in crisis, every conversation matters. And the har...
Why traditional discipline isn’t working in high schools (and what to do instead)
Detentions. Withdrawals. Warnings. Suspensions.
The two biggest mistakes teachers make with behaviour – and how to fix them
Classroom behaviour can feel like a minefield - even for the most experienced teachers. In my work training educators across Australia, I often start ...
How the Anxiety Project is transforming school communities
“As I stand observing a teacher confidently guiding a student through a moment of anxiety, I can see firsthand how The Anxiety Project is transforming...
Raising resilient kids: the role of parents in building courage and capability
Resilience isn’t something your child is born with – it’s something you help them build.
Dealing with parental aggression and staff burnout: tips for school administration staff
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Beyond 'Beyond Band-Aids': The practical tools that are actually keeping teachers in the profession
Brad Gaynor’s recent article,
From protector to coach: how parents can reduce anxiety in their kids
Anxious children don’t need perfect parents—they need calm, confident ones.
Spotting Anxiety in the Classroom
Anxiety can make school feel overwhelming for kids — and it’s not always easy to recognise. It often hides behind symptoms that look like other issues...