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Emma Shackleton is the co-host of school behaviour secrets podcast. Meet her at Optimus Education conferences.
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Emma Shackleton
Co-host of School Behaviour Secrets podcast
Founder of Beacon School Support

Emma's journey in education began in mainstream primary settings, where her passion for supporting students with social, emotional, mental health (SEMH) challenges and behaviour issues truly ignited. Her dedication led her to Birmingham, where she spent 15 transformative years teaching permanently excluded students and leading on inclusion and outreach programs in an Inner City PRU. Driven by her commitment to empowering schools and families, Emma founded Beacon School Support. Her mission is to equip schools with the tools they need to effectively address SEMH and behaviour challenges, fostering an environment where every student can succeed. Emma's impact extends beyond the classroom as the co-host of the immensely popular podcast, School Behaviour Secrets. Her unique insights and strategies have garnered a dedicated following among educators and parents, further solidifying her reputation as a trusted expert in the field.