Opalite Learning is an education professional development reflective practice organisation. We work with learning institutions to create positive change in teaching, learning, personal development, behaviours, attitudes and well-being. We aim to allow institutions to develop their reflective practice to become outstanding.
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Are social media giants finally listening? The growing concern over online child safety is forcing platforms to reevaluate their approach to harmful content 👏🏻 Hopefully, this is a start in the right direction… #Safeguarding #SafeguardingRedefined #CornerstoneSafeguarding #ChildSafety #SocialMedia
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dyspraxia or DCD (developmental coordination disorder) not only affects coordination but also organisation .
I have a good university friend who was always dropping things, bumping into objects, and mixing up letters when speaking, like saying "hopsital" instead of "hospital" or "shoulders" instead of "soldiers." She was aware of these tendencies, and I remember they frustrated her, but she got on with life. Years later, she was finally diagnosed with dyspraxia. At the time, neither of us had heard of it, but the diagnosis explained so much. Later on, a close relative of mine was also diagnosed, though his case included dyslexia as well. He recently visited me, and while I was at work, I received a curious call from him asking for help with a seemingly simple task. After sharing this with some colleagues, I realised how crucial it is to raise awareness of dyspraxia, especially in terms of diagnosis and classroom support. Interestingly, dyspraxia appears to be more common in boys than girls, although the reasons for this gender disparity remains unclear. DYSPRAXIA IN A NUTSHELL Dyspraxia is known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and affects motor coordination, making tasks that involve fine and gross motor skills—such as holding a pencil, tying shoelaces, participating in some sports or even washing and drying the dirty dishes (as wqas the case the other day)—much more challenging. However, dyspraxia is not just a movement disorder. It also frequently affects cognitive skills like planning, organising, and time management. This is because dyspraxia often overlaps with difficulties in executive function, which is crucial for managing complex tasks and maintaining focus. In adulthood, this can even affect one’s ability to drive, manage schedules, and organise everyday life. For instance, my relative has mentioned that the challenges he faces with planning and organisation are far more disruptive to his daily life than his coordination difficulties. It can be frustrating to others and in turn, makes him feel (my words here) guilty and worried abnout what others think. Although over time, he has developed strategies to manage (or sometimes avoid) physical tasks, but for him organisational challenges continue to be a more significant barrier. CLASSROOM SUPPORT There is growing evidence of a link between poor motor coordination and problems with such executive functions and working memory. If teachers want to help children with dyspraxia reach their potential, these non-motor difficulties and the more obvious coordination related problems. must be considered. Taking extra time patience to model physical activities and having a robust IEP in place for example are all part and parcel of developing useable strategies that will benefit children at school and in their adult life. #SEND #Dyspraxia #DCD #SpecialEducation #LearningDisabilities #Neurodiversity #InclusiveEducation #TeacherTraining #EducationalSupport #ExecutiveFunction #WorkingMemory #CognitiveDevelopment #ClassroomStrategies #LearningSupport #SpecialNeedsEducation
Martin Tormey Tormey and I created #OpaliteLearning from a shared vision and passion, not only from our journeys within education, but also our experience and roles as parents- showing our children to follow their dreams! For this reason, we always stop to share our journey with our children. We want them to understand the highs and lows of building a business. We are really proud of what we have built but even prouder to be able to share this journey with them, for them to experience and learn the skills required to set up and run your own business. : ) Happy holidays! cannot wait for the new academic year and to share some of our new ventures with you all! : ) Rosaria Tormey CEO Opalite Learning. #spain #holiday #summer #cpd #familybusiness #college #stafftraining #hardwork #followyourdreams! #resilience
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Are you confident in your safeguarding provision? With safeguarding best practices constantly evolving, and safeguarding leads often feeling overwhelmed, it's easy to wonder if your organisation is on top of everything. Our 'Safeguarding Health Check' isn't just about identifying gaps; it's about celebrating your strengths and providing a roadmap for continuous improvement. You'll gain valuable insights into your safeguarding practices, giving you the confidence to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone in your organisation. DM us to find out how a Health Check can boost your team's confidence and ensure you're doing everything you can to keep everyone safe. #Safeguarding #FirmFoundationsForFrontlineSupport #FirmFoundations #CornerstoneSafeguarding
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Working collaboratively with Opalite Learning has produced tangible results for myself, my team but, especially, my learners! Contact Martin Tormey to see how your organisation can benefit. #opalitelearning #accesstohe #wideningparticipation
📣📣What does student empowerment mean to you? Interview with Samantha McLean from @Return to Learning Online shares her thoughts. What are your thoughts? share your opinions in the comments 🫵🏽📣 #studentempowerment #college #pastoral #studentexperience #pdba #principles #cpd
Amazing day at York College, York UK. An incredibly inviting place to visit. All the staff and visitors that we spoke to were so welcoming and extremely passionate about their roles and experiences of working with students. Thanks for having us. : ) #cpd #college #pastoralcare #wellbeing #tutorials #schoolsoninstagram Opalite Learning
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Morning York College, York UK we’re here at #The Festival of Learning, if you would like to come and chat all things PDBA, we’re at our stall in the atrium. Looking forward to meeting with you. : ) with Martin Tormey
Morning York College, York UK we’re here at #The Festival of Learning, if you would like to come and chat all things PDBA, we’re at our stall in the atrium. Looking forward to meeting with you. : ) with Martin Tormey
Opalite Learning is really looking forward to the Skills and Education Group festival tomorrow at York College, York UK. It would of been a shame not to take in the beautiful history of this City with Martin Tormey and Rosaria Tormey #behavioursandattitudes #personaldevelopment #college #cpd
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Working collaboratively with Opalite Learning has produced tangible results for myself, my team but, especially, my learners! Contact Martin Tormey to see how your organisation can benefit. #opalitelearning #accesstohe #wideningparticipation
📣📣What does student empowerment mean to you? Interview with Samantha McLean from @Return to Learning Online shares her thoughts. What are your thoughts? share your opinions in the comments 🫵🏽📣 #studentempowerment #college #pastoral #studentexperience #pdba #principles #cpd