Starting at a new school I set a goal to learn the PRIDE language which is unique to this school and be confident in using it as a behaviour management strategy.
I observed other members of staff both within my syndicate and around the school who were identified as being experts at applying the PRIDE language to the classroom seamlessly. I found that I would revert back to the same few phrases. When the PRIDE kid planning was released for the different aspects it was helpful that it included suggestions for teacher language.
I feel that now I can use the PRIDE language to keep my learners accountable and to manage their behaviour both inside and outside the classroom. The students are familiar with the language as it is consistent throughout the school so they respond well to it.