ADHD Education for Teachers & Educators
Everything you wish you were taught about ADHD — made practical.
Who's ADHD Education Perfect For?
Primary and secondary school teachers
Parents of
ADHDers
Year-level coordinators and wellbeing teams
Teacher aides and integration aides
Specialist teachers (literacy, STEM, arts, etc.)
School leaders
& School psychologists
As a former teacher and now an ADHD life coach, I recognise the deep care, commitment, and mental load that comes with supporting a diverse group of learners — especially when time and resources are stretched.
You’re already doing so much, and I’m here to offer tools and insight that make supporting neurodivergent students feel clearer, more manageable, and better aligned with what you’re already doing well.
Many teachers say things like:
“I want to help… I just don’t know how.”
This lack of confidence can lead to guilt, burnout, and the belief they’re “not doing enough” — when in fact, even small changes can make a huge impact.
Real strategies. Meaningful connection. Improved student outcomes
ADHD Education for Teachers
Real understanding
Whether you're just starting to learn about ADHD or already working closely with neurodivergent students, my goal is simple:
To meet you where you're at and support you to move forward — with knowledge, practical tools, and encouragement.
Working with me is a safe and supportive space — where there are no “dumb” questions and zero judgment.
It doesn’t matter where you are on your ADHD education journey — whether you're just beginning or already deepening your knowledge. I welcome small teaching teams who want to learn together, ask questions freely, and explore practical, evidence-based strategies to support their students.
That’s where we begin — with curiosity, respect, and real-life tools you can use straight away.
Why It Matters for Every Educator to Understand ADHD
What Happens When Teachers Truly Understand ADHD
When a student with ADHD walks into your classroom, they’re not just bringing a pencil case and a workbook — they’re carrying invisible worries, unspoken self-doubt, and a brain that’s trying its best to keep up in a world that often wasn’t designed for them.
But here's the powerful part:
A few simple tweaks to your classroom environment, tone, or routine can make all the difference.
You have the power to shift the space from overwhelming to safe, from chaotic to clear, from “What’s wrong with me?” to “I belong here.”
When students feel seen, understood, and accepted, they feel safe enough to take risks, ask for help, and be themselves — often for the first time that day.
For girls, especially, this can be life-changing. They often feel that, finally, it's possible to begin to lower the mask they wear every day.
And that’s where real learning — and real confidence — begins.
Where to Begin: A Starting Point for ADHD Education
Understand the “why” behind behaviour and learn the ADHD-informed strategies that actually work in real classrooms.
Demystify ADHD — what it really is (and what it’s not)
Break down executive function — and understand why it’s the key to behaviour, focus and learning
Implement 10 practical accommodations — small shifts that support every student
Explore the ADHD diagnosis boom — and what it means for your students and your teaching
Spot the signs of masking and anxiety—especially in girls
Build trust and emotional safety — with students who have ADHD
Strengthen communication and connection — with parents and carers
Use stress-reducing tools — to calm the classroom (for you and them)
Support your own wellbeing — understanding ADHD reduces stress, improves student–teacher relationships, and helps you respond to behaviour with confidence and calm
Why Teacher ADHD Education Matters
Research shows that when educators understand ADHD and use inclusive, responsive teaching strategies, students with ADHD feel safer, more supported, and more capable of learning.
Understanding ADHD isn’t just helpful—it’s transformational.
Even though the direct link between ADHD education and academic results is still being explored, what we do know is clear: when teachers are equipped with knowledge and tools, everything changes. Students become more engaged, more motivated, and less anxious. Teachers feel more confident, less reactive, and better able to manage challenging behaviours.
What the Research Suggests
Stronger relationships = better outcomes
When students with ADHD experience trust, patience, and emotional safety in the classroom, their learning improves. Connection with a teacher can be life-changing.
Simple strategies make a big impact
Things like clear instructions, flexible routines, visual cues, structured seating, and sensory breaks have been shown to boost focus, reduce overwhelm, and increase participation—especially for neurodivergent learners.
Teacher training leads to real change
Educators who receive ADHD-specific training report using more effective strategies, communicating better with parents, and feeling more confident supporting diverse learners.
Inclusion helps everyone
When classrooms are designed with ADHD in mind, all students benefit—not just those with a diagnosis. The strategies improve attention, emotional regulation, and social dynamics across the board.
Reduced teacher stress
When teachers understand what’s happening under the surface of a student’s behaviour, they’re less likely to take things personally or feel overwhelmed. Knowledge builds confidence—and that supports wellbeing too.
A Note From Me
The message from the teens I coach is clear: When teachers truly “get it,” we feel safe. We feel seen. And we start to believe in ourselves.
If you'd like to explore a one-off session or a series of professional learning sessions for your team, I’d love to support you. This work matters.
Let’s make the classroom feel like a place where all students—and teachers—can thrive. 💙
Hi, I’m Trudy—an ADHD Life Coach, teacher with over 25 years’ experience, and someone who has ADHD myself.
I combine neuroscience-backed strategies with warmth, humour, and honesty. My goal is always to leave teachers feeling more empowered, equipped, and seen.
Offering ADHD coaching & education in Melbourne & across all of Australia. Online support for adults, teens, parents and educators.
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