For Educators
You see these kids for more hours in the week than most of their parents do, which means you're often the first to notice when something's shifted. These sheets are for the moments when you want to understand what you're seeing a bit better, or when you're trying to figure out how to have that conversation with a family. A lot of them are written by clinicians who've spent a fair bit of time in schools.
Understanding ADHD in the Classroom
ADHD in the classroom can sometimes be misunderstood. A student may appear distracted, forgetful, restless, disorganised, or inconsistent with their work. They may have creative ideas, strong interests, and moments of excellent focus, whilst still struggling with everyday classroom expectations.
Supporting students with ADHD begins with understanding what is happening beneath the behaviour we see in the classroom, and recognising the difference between a skill that is still developing and a student who may need additional support.