‘Discipline Is a Dirty Word in Most Schools,’ Says Britain’s Famous Educator

Teacher Noeleen Lumby teaches Aboriginal languages to children at St Johns High School, in Sydney, Australia, on Oct. 14, 2012. William West/AFP via Getty Images

A renowned British educator has urged Australian teachers to take back control of the classrooms amid concerns over Australian students’ worsening discipline and behaviour. 

Katharine Birbalsingh CBE, British teacher and education reformer and head teacher of Michaela Community School, called for a clear focus on discipline, improved classroom management skills for Australian teachers, and a more cohesive learning environment.