In many classrooms, teachers are already trying multiple strategies and doing their best to support every child. Yet some children, especially those with ADHD, continue to struggle. This isn’t a lack of effort from teachers, but a mismatch between what the child needs and how support is provided.
Supporting schools and educators
My work is about adding a layer of understanding, so support becomes clearer, more targeted, and less exhausting for both students and educators.
“ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive function — including attention, emotional regulation, and task initiation — all of which are essential for learning.”
My focus area
My work focuses on the preschool and lower primary years.
These are the years where children are still developing foundational executive function skills and where there is a valuable window to practise and build them before academic and social demands become more complex.
When these difficulties are not understood early, children may experience repeated struggles, frustration, and a growing sense that they are “not good enough.”
How we can work together
Support may include:
Staff training
Curriculum and programme development to build executive function skills
Consultations and case discussions
Home–school support planning
Parent talks and workshops
Support is tailored to your school’s needs, priorities, and existing structures.
What clients are saying
“The training was excellent. It flowed well and it was engaging. Melissa shared knowledge as well as personal experiences, the pace was good and the mix of info with activities kept the teachers attentive throughout.”
- Preschool Group Executive Director
“It was excellent. Lively, lots of information but also action items that we can work on.”
- Student Care Head
“It was a very good session. Melissa delivered the workshop with confidence. She gave useful examples which were relatable. I now have many things to think about.”
- Preschool Principal
“The 4 step model and also knowing where the behaviours might stem from, helps to also know what direction to take when it comes to thinking about strategies.”
- Preschool Educator