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Neuro-Affirming and Inclusive Classroom Practices: What They Are and Why They Matter
Schools today are increasingly recognising what research has shown for years: children learn best when their unique ways of thinking, communicating and processing the world are understood and respected. A neuro-affirming classroom is not a trend or a niche approach. It is a way of creating learning environments that value neurological differences as a natural part of human diversity, rather than something to correct. This blog explains what neuro-affirming practice looks like
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Dec 1, 20253 min read


Supporting Late-Talkers Without the ‘Wait-and-See
image of a mum interacting with her child in a supportive manner When a toddler isn’t yet talking, many families are told to “wait and...
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Aug 16, 20253 min read


Rethinking the Communication Pyramid: A Circle Model for Neurodiverse Learners
A model that prioritizes intentionality, connection, understanding, expression, and co-regulation, while emphasizing responsiveness over...
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Jul 19, 20253 min read


Sensory Integration in Supporting Language Development
When we think about speech and language development, we often imagine children learning new words, forming sentences, or practising...
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Jun 4, 20253 min read
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