Pathways Therapy and Consultancy

18/04/2026

Even if it feels far away, there are some strategies that can be implemented from an early stage to get your little one ready.

📘 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣. 𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗗 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧.

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹
𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The move from preschool to primary school is one of the most significant milestones in a child’s early years — for children and parents alike.

Children don’t arrive at primary school as blank slates. They bring with them the learning, confidence, relationships and skills they’ve already developed through their Early Years experience. This transition is about building on those strong foundations, not starting from scratch.

To support parents and childcare providers during this time, the 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 ( #𝗡𝗣𝗖) is offering 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 during the week of 𝟮𝟬 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

👶 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲:
• How to emotionally prepare children for the transition
• Building resilience and confidence
• Strengthening the relationship between parents, providers and children
• Supporting children to feel secure and ready for their next step

🗓 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 – 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
⏱ Each session lasts approximately 𝟳𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀, including live Q&A.

🕰 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀:
• 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺 & 𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 – 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹
• 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺 & 𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 – 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟭 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹
• 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺 & 𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟮 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹
• 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺 & 𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 – 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟯 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹
• 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺 – 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟰 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹

ℹ️ 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲:
• All sessions cover the same information — choose the time that suits you best
• Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis

👉 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
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Supporting parents, supporting children 💛

02/04/2026

We still have some places available on our online Parents Plus Special Needs programme starting Tuesday 14th April. If you'd like to take part, please contact Michelle at training@familycarers.ie or 061 517627.

02/04/2026

Today we make live an online space we are calling our info hub for Neurodivergent young people.

The hub provides a list of accessible and inclusive supports, programmes, and safe spaces for neurodivergent young people.

For example it includes the youth group in the Seomra Youth centre

Link in bio.

https://crosscareyouthinfo.ie/supports-neurodivergent-young-people-ireland/

02/04/2026

19/03/2026

Great offer below. AAC made more accessible!

25/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Pathways Therapy & Consultancy 🎄

We would like to sincerely thank our families for your trust, commitment, and partnership throughout the year. Supporting your children’s communication and development has been a privilege.

Wishing you and your families a joyful Christmas and a happy New Year ✨

27/09/2025

  Immediate Action Required: If you are a parent or guardian of a child who has been assessed as meeting the criteria for a reading class or reading.

24/09/2025

🙌Everyone deserves their voice to be heard.

Our AAC Family Programme supports families who don’t currently have access to a Speech and Language Therapist.

Through this programme, children and young people can access high-tech communication devices (AAC) – tools that help them express their thoughts and needs when words are difficult to find.

➡️ Learn more: https://asiam.ie/what-we-do/child-family-support/aac-support-programme

23/09/2025

Free webinars for parents

19/09/2025

🌱 Wondering about your child’s development?

Every child develops in their own unique way. Sometimes, a little extra support can help children gain confidence and make everyday skills easier.

Our Early Intervention specialist works in partnership with families to support areas such as:
🗣 Communication
🤝 Social & emotional skills
✋ Fine motor skills
🧩 Problem-solving & learning
🧠 Self-help

If you’re wondering about your child’s development—or just want some extra ideas and support—we’re here to help. 💛

📧 info@pathwaystc.ie
📞 089 274 4140

💡 Get in touch today to chat about how Early Intervention could support your child and family.

17/09/2025

For any parent looking for special school and special class placement

📢 Upcoming Webinar for Parents

AsIAm is hosting a special information webinar with the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) on Thursday, 25th September.

This free session will guide parents through:
✅ The role of your child’s SENO
✅ How to contact your SENO
✅ Supports available within schools
✅ Using the Parents Notify Portal (closing 1st October)

The Parents Notify Portal is essential if your child needs a place in a Special School or Autism Class for September 2026. Submitting it ensures your application can be reviewed and, if eligible, an official letter will be issued.

This webinar is especially important for:
• Parents of newly diagnosed Autistic children
• Parents seeking a Special School or Autism Class place for next year

Date: Thursday, 25th September
Time: 7pm (90 mins max)
Register via the link here: https://eu01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qr9fATBERmSvjtxvJoG_qA?fbclid=PAdGRleAM4m3ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1imvC1aeXh5J5zkpZVdGNkLXaGttyMUAbvsK6DOFEWuGXVWMwZzAKYyCVig_aem_VXR8h3OEeYVq6RY6z8UFaw #/registration