Individual Behavioural Targets and Plans (IBP)

Download an Individual Behaviour Plan proforma here	ibp.rtf
Download a completed sample IBP here	chrisibp.rtf

NB. Rich Text Format (rtf) files can be opened in most word processors

IBP Behavioural Targets
These are generic targets (now more user-friendly!)that can be adapted. They can all be prefaced with 'James should/ must...' etc. Download them in a handy checklist (.rtf) which staff can complete as the basis of an IBP.
We welcome your behavioural targets or sample IBPs to include here - full credit will be given.

ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

... attend school every day
... arrive at school on time.
... arrive promptly at each lesson.
TO INCREASE ON TASK BEHAVIOUR:

... remain on task during his lessons.
... settle down quickly and start his work promptly.
... use the support available to help him remain on task.
... remain on task in lessons with only occasional support.
... work without direct supervision.
... concentrate in lessons and avoid (frequent) distractions.
... ask the teacher for a specific work target in each lesson.
... complete all homework.
... sit where the teacher suggests.
TO IMPROVE LISTENING AND ATTENTION

... be silent when it is expected.
... follow classroom instructions such as 'Stop talking'.
... listen to classroom instructions without interrupting.
... listen to the opinions of others before expressing his own opinion.
... raise his hand if he wishes to speak.
TO IMPROVE PERSONAL ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS

... have the right equipment ready at the start of lessons.
... bring his exercise books to class.
... maintain his homework diary .
... obey the school uniform rules
TO REDUCE IMPULSIVE OR ATTENTION SEEKING BEHAVIOUR

... raise his hand for attention in class.
... raise his hand during class discussion.
... avoid calling out in class.
... act sensibly and maturely in class.
... remain in his seat unless he is asked to move.
... seek help from an adult to avoid inappropriate behaviour.
... avoid rude and offensive language
... do what is asked without swearing or arguing.
TO IMPROVE MOTIVATION

... will work towards (specified) rewards
... ask the teacher for help if any difficulty arises.
TO IMPROVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEERS

... ask to borrow other people's equipment.
... be prepared to lend his own equipment in return .
... share classroom resources.
... take turns patiently when classroom activities require it.
... work co-operatively on group tasks with other pupils.
... avoid name-calling.
... allow other pupils to work.
... queue quietly at dinnertime.
TO INCREASE SELF ESTEEM

... accept guidance and advice.
... accept praise from adults or from other children
... volunteer information about himself.
... offer praise and encouragement to his friends.
... take part in a lunchtime/after school activity.
... record what he enjoyed about each day in his homework diary.
TO REDUCE INCIDENTS OF AGGRESSION

... stop verbally threatening other pupils.
... stop physically threatening other pupils
... avoid all incidents of aggression
... seek help to control his temper.
... recognize his own warning signs and seek help from an adult.

The Stockport EBD Project would welcome your own behavioural targets for inclusion on these pages as a shared resource for any teachers. Please email or send as an attachment to Stockport EBD Project or submit them via the form below. Many thanks.

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Please add your behavioural targets below