This poster was originally published 29 June 2020.

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Sense of belonging is a student's perception of being accepted, valued and included in their school setting by their peers and others in the school.

A recent review of research suggests that teachers can support students' sense of belonging by:

• managing the classroom effectively
• leading by example inside and outside of the classroom
• developing positive relationships
• being a strong advocate for students
• helping students to develop positive friendships
• addressing bullying.