Behaviour Log Template
A free behaviour log template that records the date, lesson, student, incident, response and follow-up — designed for quick mid-lesson notes and clean evidence trails.
A free behaviour log template that records the date, lesson, student, incident, response and follow-up — designed for quick mid-lesson notes and clean evidence trails.
Strong behaviour management depends on consistent records. A pattern of three small incidents tells a story that any single incident wouldn't, but only if you've logged the small ones.
Use this log to capture incidents the moment they happen — short, factual, no opinion. At the end of each week, scan for patterns by student and by lesson. Share with pastoral staff via your school's safeguarding channels, not the log itself.
What you'll learn
- Per-class grid with date, lesson, student, incident, response and follow-up
- Factual-language prompts to keep entries objective
- Weekly pattern review section
- Printable and editable versions
Who this is for
- Classroom teachers across all key stages
- Form tutors monitoring tutee behaviour over time
- Heads of department building a department-wide picture
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Frequently asked questions
Does this replace my school's behaviour system?
No — your school's official system (Class Charts, SIMS, etc.) is the record of truth. This log is a working tool for the small incidents you wouldn't formally log but want to track.
Should entries include emotion or opinion?
No. Stick to factual descriptions of what was said and done. Save interpretation for the response and follow-up columns.
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