The Stoplight Approach is a philosophy with a practical framework solidly based on brain science, involving the whole school community. Through using the principles and tools of the Stoplight Approach, your school becomes a place where each child, staff member and parent feels safe and valued. It is within this positive culture that emotional intelligence can develop and grow and where students can best reach their academic and overall potential.

This handbook provides you with the basics needed to embed the Stoplight Approach into your school: foundational principles, teaching tactics, ways of managing behaviour and discipline, and strategies to support the diverse needs of your students. It is not however, simply about following rules and guidelines, but about how to build community, redeem relationships and grow empathy with social responsibility. It provides a philosophy and framework for any school to adopt - no matter the demographics or reputation your school has - to help both you and your students to succeed.

So, this is YOUR school. What is your dream for your school? The Stoplight Approach might just help you attain that.