The management of discipline is an essential element in educational practice, and at a time when teachers and managers are anxious about reported increases in violence and other forms of anti-social behaviour there's a need for practical guidance and a review of current thinking. Based on the author's experience and research in a range of secondary and primary schools, this book presents accessible summaries of relevant legislation and guides the reader through management theories towards effective practice. The book: highlights the real problems and offers real solutions; includes case-studies, recent research and legislation; considers the classroom as well as the whole-school context; describes the support networks within education; and provides a multi-agency approach. This book is aimed at trainee and practicing teachers, managers, and all those who work with children.