Elaine Sparling

Back to School 2021/2022 - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Back to School 2021/2022 continues to throw new challenges to parents, students and teachers alike. Our guide can help manage the weeks ahead

Have you Heard about Lámh? - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Lámh is a manual sign system used by children and adults with intellectual disabilities and communication needs in Ireland. Learn more here

How to Support a Weak Reader - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Becoming a confident, happy reader can be easy! If your child is a weak reader then our tips on how you can support them can help.

TY - A Uniquely Irish Academic Year - Hummingbird Learning Centre

TY or Transition Year is a structured gap year in the middle of secondary school in Ireland. Students find it really benefits them. Find out more here.

Fun Ideas for the Kids over The Summer Holiday - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Looking for ideas for the kids over the summer holiday? Read out top tips here that will get them away from the screens

Ideas for Holiday Handwriting - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Handwriting skills can fade during the long summer holidays. Read our holiday handwriting ideas to keep those skills sharp,

5 Ways to Help a Child Learn about Money - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Learning about money can be tricky for some children. Our 5 easy ways will help learn this essential life skill. Read more here.

A Brief Guide to Dyspraxia - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Wonder what exact dyspraxia is? What is Developmental Coordination Disorder? Read our brief guide to learn more about these difficulties.

Standardised Tests are Back for 2021 - Hummingbird Learning Centre

What are standardised tests in Ireland? What are the Drumcondras and Sigma-T tests? Why does my child do these tests? Find out here

NEPs – Who or What are They? - Hummingbird Learning Centre

NEPs The National Education Psychologist Service is an important resource for schools but who or what are they? Read more here.

Libraries – The Birthplace of Revolution during a Pandemic - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Libraries are a treasure trove of books for reluctant readers and even during a pandemic they can be accessed online for free. Find out how

A Brief Guide to Accredited Grades - Hummingbird Learning Centre

What are accredited grades and how do they differ from calculated grades? Read our brief guide to the grading system for Leaving Cert 2021.

LOVE - The Hummingbird Learning Acronym - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Love makes the world go round but only if we love ourselves. Here is the Hummingbird Learning Centre take on what L O V E means

Parent-Teacher Meeting during a Pandemic - Hummingbird Learning Centre

The 2020 Parent-Teacher meeting is going to be different this year due to covid, but the basis remains the same. Read here how to be prepared.

Fostering Independent Learning - Hummingbird Learning Centre

There is a skill to Independent Learning but it is rarely taught. Read here how to foster a love of independent learning in your child.

Apply Now for Reasonable Accommodations 2021 - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Reasonable accommodations deadline 2021 is looming. Read here on what a resonable accommodation is and how it may help your student.

Signs of Dyslexia During Dyslexia Month - Hummingbird Learning Centre

Spotting the potential signs of dyslexia can lead to early diagnosis and intervention. Read here to find out what to watch for

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