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From a GLAS Method perspective, Stable Foundation begins with Centredness and Harnessing Awareness in the educator. A teacher’s internal state directly influences classroom regulation. When teachers are grounded, aware, and emotionally regulated, they create an environment where students can settle and focus.
The foundation is strengthened through Manage Your Energy, House in Order, and Holding the Room. Predictable routines, organised spaces, and clear expectations reduce cognitive load for both teachers and students. Stability preserves energy and prevents constant firefighting.
Finally, Stable Foundation supports Strong Connections, Together, and Joy / Fulfilment in education. When safety and consistency are present, relationships deepen, engagement increases, and teaching becomes sustainable and meaningful rather than exhausting.
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Classroom Climate – Reduce chaos and reactive behaviour.
Teacher Wellbeing – Prevent emotional exhaustion and burnout.
Trauma-Informed Education – Support nervous-system regulation.
School Culture – Create consistency across classrooms.
Sustainable Learning – Enable focus, curiosity, and engagement.
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Centre Before the Day Begins – Ground yourself before entering the classroom.
Establish Core Routines – Start, transitions, endings, and expectations.
Create Environmental Order – Simplify space, systems, and materials.
Protect Teacher Energy – Build in pauses and boundaries.
Reflect & Adjust Weekly – Strengthen what stabilises the classroom.