Positive parenting support that
gets to the root
of children's behaviour

creating change that lasts for generations

THE PARENT’S GUIDE

TO CHILDREN’S BEHAVIOUr

NOW AVAILABLE

Parents guide for child behaviour
Parents guide for child behaviour

Created to help turn things around with understanding, not punishment.

It’s a fresh, holistic approach based on 40+ years of real experience - packed with positive parenting tools, insights, and strategies that actually work in everyday family life.

See what's inside
See what's inside
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WHY CHILD BEHAVIOUR DIRECT

Trusted by families and professionals

40+

100%

0-25

Years of expertise in child behaviour and parenting support

Recommended by parents
who have completed
our programme

Age range covered including children with SEND up to 25 years

◉ CANparent Quality Mark ◉ CAFSS West Midlands Approved ◉ Evidence-Based Programme ◉ Published Author

HOW WE CAN HELP

For Parents
& Families

Struggling with your child's behaviour? Our positive parenting programme helps you understand what's really going on — and make changes that actually work.

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For Professionals
& Schools

Looking for evidence-based training, behaviour support, or to refer a family? We work with schools, children's services, and commissioners across the West Midlands.

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Here’s What parents and professionals Are Saying

  • "This is the start of a lifelong journey for all our family. I have told so many people about what I've been learning and how much I've actually enjoyed it.”

    Kim, a parent from Surrey.

  • "Ruth delivered the course to an exceptional standard. It was very informative, and the material was well presented.”

    Family Support Worker, Birmingham Primary School.

  • "An excellent framework that guides your positive nature to fuel your family development. The skills I have learned will last us a lifetime."

    John, a parent from Lichfield.

  • "A fantastic short course. I found the conversations invaluable. Ruth delivered the course very well, and the personal stories made it very interesting. Thank you, Ruth.”

    Oasis Academy.

  • "I thought it might work, but I never thought it would be instant!"

    Jenny, a parent from Surrey.

  • "3 Days well spent, Ruth was knowledgeable and informative. She allowed the group to learn through shared experiences. The course is clear and easy to use. Although structured, there is room for flexibility."

    Family Support Lead - Birmingham Pupil Referral Unit.

Understand child behaviour

Our

Mission

We’re a mother-and-son team based in Stafford, England, on a mission to help families feel happier, more connected, and more in control - without guilt, shouting, or shame.

At Child Behaviour Direct, we work with families around the world to look beneath the surface of challenging behaviour, understand why it’s happening, and create lasting change - at home or in your workplace.

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