ÁBAlta

ÁBAlta Supporting children with a diagnosis of Autism/Additional Needs

Our Lovely Christmas Tree was prepared by a very talented student this morning 🌟This tree has removable pieces that offe...
02/12/2025

Our Lovely Christmas Tree was prepared by a very talented student this morning 🌟

This tree has removable pieces that offer a wonderful sensory activity- they are so soft to touch, and can be taken on and off as many times as you like.

It offers opportunities to work on language skills too.

But most importantly it can be easily removed if a client attends and is not happy with the addition of something new in their therapy room.

This christmas period, be mindful that changes to routine, our homes and people visiting unexpectedly can create stresses for some neurodivergent people.
Embrace the season but when possible provide predictability, routine and always strive for regulation in what can be a hectic time for all.

27/11/2025

Sometimes all your need to get through a Wednesday afternoon is a cuddle from 🍩♥️

18/11/2025

Most toddlers are busy learning ABCs and counting, but what they really need are the invisible skills that shape their brains for life. By age 5, gaps in these foundational skills become much harder to close.

The three core skills that determine lifelong success are focus, language, and confidence.

Focus is a secret superpower. Kids who practice paying attention early struggle less in school later. Simple activities like stacking blocks or drawing without interruption train their brains to sustain attention. Observe quietly, don’t correct or praise constantly, and let their focus grow naturally.

Language builds confidence. Early communication helps children develop social skills, curiosity, and self-expression. Narrate what they do, like “Stack the red block. Look how round it is,” then pause and let them respond. Every word becomes a connection in the brain, laying the foundation for learning and relationship skills.

Confidence emerges when children feel safe to explore, make mistakes, and solve problems independently.

Focusing on these skills before age 3 gives your child a head start in school and life. Foundations matter more than facts.

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15/11/2025

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We can't take away having to wait but we can make it easier 👏🙏⭐️Link in with us for help ♥️
05/11/2025

We can't take away having to wait but we can make it easier 👏🙏⭐️

Link in with us for help ♥️

Parents of Preschool Aged children with a diagnosis of Autism can apply for additional hours of tuition to work on indiv...
04/11/2025

Parents of Preschool Aged children with a diagnosis of Autism can apply for additional hours of tuition to work on individual goals.
This grant doesn't affect preschool hours- its a top up paid by the Dept of Education
Please contact us to discuss on 0851158823

Thank you 😊

26/09/2025

What a superstar 💫💫💫💫

We are so pleased for this little boy! 🙏

26/09/2025

Happy Friday All 💫✨️

Are you considering an assessment for your child?

Please message the page and we can talk through the process.

*There is no charge for this service*

Aisling and I are available for home tuition 2025/2026We are both teacher council registered and garda vetted. If you do...
16/09/2025

Aisling and I are available for home tuition 2025/2026

We are both teacher council registered and garda vetted.

If you do not have a preschool or school place, and your child had a diagnosis of ASD- please contact us via messenger

Thank you 😊

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07/08/2025

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06/07/2025

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