Unlock Your Team & Business's Potential
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Unlock Your Potential
Personalised coaching for ADHD and Neurodiversity to enhance your teams ability to manage changing industry and customer expectations.
Behavioral and Executive Functioning Challenges
Children with ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions often experience difficulties with self-regulation, impulse control, attention, and organization. This can manifest as:
Inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity, making it hard for children to follow routines or complete tasks.
Challenges with planning, organizing, and initiating activities, known as executive functioning deficits.
Behavioral issues such as difficulty managing emotions, following instructions, or adhering to group expectations.
These challenges require staff to implement consistent routines, use visual supports, break tasks into smaller steps, and provide additional supervision and support. Managing these needs within group settings can be demanding, especially when balancing the needs of all children.
Social Integration and Communication Difficulties
Neurodivergent children, including those with ADHD, often face social challenges such as:
Difficulty reading social cues, initiating or maintaining friendships, and joining group play.
Communication differences, including unique ways of expressing themselves or understanding instructions.
Increased vulnerability to social isolation, bullying, or feeling excluded from peer groups.
OSHC and daycare teams must create inclusive environments that foster acceptance, provide social scaffolding, and actively teach and model social skills. This includes structured activities, peer mentoring, and proactive supervision during unstructured times.
Many neurodiverse children have heightened sensitivities to sensory input, such as noise, light, textures, or crowded spaces. Key challenges include:
Overwhelm or distress triggered by typical daycare environments (e.g., loud noises, bright lights, busy spaces).
The need for flexible spaces, quiet areas, and access to sensory tools to help children self-regulate.
Adapting the physical and social environment to minimise triggers while still meeting the needs of all children.
This requires ongoing adjustments to the environment, individualised accommodations, and staff training to recognise and respond to sensory needs.
Sensory Sensitivities and Environmental Adaptation
Willful Steps Business Bundles
Essential Inclusion Bundle
*Ideal for teams beginning their neurodiversity journey or seeking a strong foundation in inclusive practice.
Includes:'
Neurodiversity & ADHD Awareness Training Introductory workshop covering the fundamentals of neurodiversity and ADHD, common behaviours, and practical strategies.
Client Workshop or Information Session is an accessible session for clients, sharing key concepts and simple strategies for support .
Resource Starter Pack
Handouts, checklists, and tip sheets for clients.
Focus:
Building foundational knowledge, raising awareness, and equipping your team and clients with practical tools to foster an inclusive environment.
Empowered Practice Bundle
*Designed for teams ready to deepen their inclusion practices and proactively support neurodiverse staff.
Includes:
All services from the Essential Inclusion Bundle
Team Coaching and Mentoring
Small group or individual coaching sessions to embed inclusive practices, problem-solve real scenarios, and build staff confidence.De-escalation Techniques and Tactics Workshop
Practical training in recognising early signs of dysregulation, using preventative strategies, and safely managing challenging behaviours.Consultation on Individual Support Plans or Reasonable Adjustments
Expert guidance in developing and reviewing support plans for team members and clients with additional needs.Ongoing Advisory or Support Services (up to 2 hours/month)
Responsive support for emerging questions or challenges.
Focus:
Embedding inclusive practices, building staff capability, and providing hands-on support for individual children and complex situations.
*Perfect for terms aiming for sector-leading inclusion, whole-community engagement, and sustainable culture change.
Includes:
All services from the Empowered Practice Bundle
Leadership Coaching & Training
Targeted sessions for leaders and coordinators on driving inclusive culture, supporting staff, and leading change.Best Practice Onboarding
Consultation and resources to ensure new clients and team members experience a welcoming, inclusive transition into your service.Environmental Audit & Recommendations for Inclusive Spaces
Comprehensive onsite or virtual assessment with a detailed report and actionable recommendations for sensory, physical, and social inclusion.Ongoing Advisory or Support Services (up to 4 hours/month)
Priority access to expert advice and support for team members, leadership, and customers.
Focus:
Transforming your business into a model of best practice inclusion, with strong leadership, robust systems, and a whole-community approach.
Inclusive Leadership & Excellence Bundle
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The information contained on this website and provided through our coaching and training services is for general informational and educational purposes only.
Not Professional Advice The content on this site does not constitute legal, financial, medical, psychological, human resources, or professional advice. Nothing on this website creates a coach-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding your specific circumstances.
No Guaranteed Results Individual results from coaching and training vary significantly based on personal circumstances, effort, and implementation. We do not guarantee specific outcomes, behavioural changes, career advancement, or organisational improvements.
Neurodiversity Information Information about neurodivergent conditions (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, etc.) is general in nature and not diagnostic. We do not provide medical diagnoses or treatment. Consult qualified medical professionals for assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental conditions.
Workshop Content Our workshops and training materials are designed for educational purposes. Implementation of strategies discussed is at the discretion of participants and their organisations. We recommend consulting with HR professionals, occupational therapists, or medical practitioners when making workplace accommodations.
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Last updated: 01/01/2026
