Classroom Observation & Strategic Planning
Classroom Observation & Strategy Planning
Understanding the Behaviour Within the Environment
A classroom observation provides an opportunity to look beyond the behaviour and understand what may be contributing to a child's challenges.
Observations may examine:
• Transitions
• Task initiation
• Teacher prompts
• Peer interactions
• Environmental factors
• Avoidance patterns
• Engagement
• Regulation
• Response to adult support
Following the observation, a practical recommendations and a written Classroom Observation & Strategy Plan will be provided.
Includes:
• 60–120 minute classroom observation
• Parent consultation
• Teacher consultation
• Review of current strategies
• Written 1–3 page strategy summary
• Practical recommendations
• Role clarity for adults supporting the child
This is an observational and consultative service and is not a psychological assessment, diagnosis, or clinical assessment report.
Turning Recommendations Into Action
Sometimes knowing what strategies to use is only the first step. Educators may benefit from support implementing strategies consistently within the classroom.
Teacher Consultation Support
- reviewing recommendations
- troubleshooting barriers
- adapting strategies
Classroom Implementation
- discussing classroom implementation
- modelling supportive language
- creating consistency between adults
Groups & Clubs/ Social Skill Programming
Social Skills & Emotional Regulation Programs
Stronger Skills. Brighter Futures. Stronger Connections.
Children often learn best when they have opportunities to practice new skills alongside peers. The Compass Collective offers small-group programming designed to help students develop practical social-emotional skills in a fun, supportive environment. 8-Week Social Skills Program designed for students who would benefit from additional support with:
- Emotional regulation
- Self-confidence
- Friendship skills
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Resilience
- Recognize and understand emotions
- Identify personal regulation strategies
- Manage frustration
- Navigate friendship challenges
- Communicate their needs
- Solve social problems
- Build confidence
- Practise flexible thinking
- Develop coping strategies