Behaviour in the Playground Social Story | SEN, ASD, SEMH & Primary Behaviour Support

Support children to understand positive behaviour in the playground with this clear, reassuring and easy-to-follow social story.

Designed for pupils who may need extra support with playground rules, turn-taking, sharing, personal space, managing emotions and making safe choices, this resource helps children learn what appropriate behaviour looks like during break and lunchtime.

The social story uses simple, child-friendly language to explain expected behaviours and support pupils in developing confidence in less structured social situations. It is especially suitable for children with SEN, autism (ASD), SEMH needs, communication difficulties or behavioural needs, but can also be used with any pupil who benefits from clear routines and expectations.

Perfect for use by teachers, SENCOs, teaching assistants, pastoral teams and parents, the resource can be used before breaktime, during intervention sessions, as part of a behaviour support plan or following playground incidents.

This resource can help pupils to:

• understand playground expectations and rules
• play safely and kindly with others
• practise sharing and taking turns
• recognise appropriate personal space
• use positive words and actions
• manage disagreements and difficult emotions
• know what to do when they need help
• develop independence and social confidence

Ideal for EYFS, KS1, KS2, special schools, SEN provision, nurture groups, behaviour interventions and mainstream primary classrooms.

A practical, accessible resource for promoting positive playground behaviour, social skills, emotional regulation and inclusion.

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