Advertisement

Should the 'naughty step' be done away with?

It was once a popular way for nursery teachers to discipline misbehaving toddlers.   But over i...

Share this article

17.44 27 Jun 2019


Should the 'naughty step' be done away with?


Listen to this episode


Share this article

17.44 27 Jun 2019


It was once a popular way for nursery teachers to discipline misbehaving toddlers.  

But over in the UK the “naughty step” is becoming a thing of the past, with nurseries saying that they no longer use the term due to its “negative connotations”.

Ivan says he's old school when it comes to discipline, and is not a fan of getting rid of the word 'naughty', despite the moves in the UK.

Chartered psychologist Peadar Maxwell, and SPARK's Louise Bayliss discussed.


Related Episodes

Andy Burnham wins huge majorit...

00:10:00

Andy Burnham wins huge majority in Makerfield byelection

The Hard Shoulder

00:10:00


Do we need a public transport...

00:08:13

Do we need a public transport plan for concert season?

The Hard Shoulder

00:08:13


Do we need more public toilets...

00:12:12

Do we need more public toilets?

The Hard Shoulder

00:12:12


Movies and Booze: Toy Story 5...

00:42:08

Movies and Booze: Toy Story 5 & A Private Life

Movies And Booze On Moncrieff

00:42:08