Robyn Stead Educational Psychologist

01/08/2025

We have had couple of cancellations and now have two appointments available in August. Get in touch if you are looking for an educational psychology assessments. For more information have a look at:

www.edpsych.co.nz

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01/08/2025

Do you know that struggling with reading and writing could be a sign of a specific learning disorder sometimes called dyslexia? Although dyslexia is a commonly used term, it's now known as a Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Reading or a Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Written Expression.

Here are five symptoms that a parent or teacher may notice in a child who has SLD in reading or written expression:

1️⃣ Difficulty recognising or decoding words accurately and fluently

2️⃣ Trouble comprehending what is read

3️⃣ Poor spelling and grammar skills

4️⃣ Struggles with writing coherently and expressing ideas clearly

5️⃣ Avoidance or dislike of reading and writing-related tasks

If you suspect your child or student might have an SLD it's essential to seek professional evaluation and support. Early intervention and individualised instruction can make a big difference in helping them overcome challenges and build confidence in their abilities.

Educate yourself and others about this common but often misunderstood learning difference, and let's work together to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all.

For specialised assessment and support please visit, www.edpsych.co.nz We have three registered and experienced educational psychologists who are able to help. Book an appointment by completing the contact form at https://www.edpsych.co.nz/contact-the-psychologist.html

29/06/2025

To complete our series, Here’s why strong, positive student/teacher relationships matter:💬 So when you take time to check in, to kneel down at eye level, to remember their sibling’s name, or to say “I’m glad you’re here” — you are doing the real work.

Because children don’t learn from people they fear.

They don’t thrive in classrooms where they feel invisible.

They grow in the presence of an adult who believes in them, even on their hardest days.

🧡 Relationship isn’t extra. It’s everything. 🧡

You are the safe harbour. You are the connection. You are the difference.

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27/06/2025

Number 6: 📍 Learning is relational by nature.
From a child’s very first experiences, they learn in relationships with others. Our words, our presence, our tone, all shape how they see themselves as learners and humans.

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25/06/2025

Number 5, 📍 Relationships are equity in action.
Every child deserves to feel seen and valued for who they are. When we lead with empathy and connection, we break cycles of disconnection, exclusion, and shame.

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23/06/2025

Number 4 reason why strong, positive student/teacher relationships matter: 📍 Trust transforms risk-taking.
Academic growth requires children to make mistakes, try new things, and struggle at times. But they’ll only do that when they feel safe to be vulnerable, and that safety comes from a strong, positive student/teacher relationship.

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18/06/2025

Number 3 reason why strong, positive student/teacher relationships matter: 📍 Connection builds regulation.
Self-regulation isn’t automatic, it’s modelled in relationships. Through co-regulation with a trusted adult, children learn how to calm their bodies, name their feelings, and find safe ways to express themselves.

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17/06/2025

Number 2 reason why strong, positive student/teacher relationships matter:
📍 Behaviour is communication.
When a child “acts out,” they’re often asking: Do you see me? Do you care? Am I safe? A strong relationship allows us to respond with curiosity, not control.

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15/06/2025

Alisha Bliss one of our amazing educational psychologists working at Edpsych, https://www.edpsych.co.nz/ She has been thinking about the importance of relationships when parents and teachers interact with young people and children. Over then next few days I'll be sharing her top tips! Let us know what you think and what other ideas or approaches you have found to be helpful.

As educators, we (I used to be a teacher) are taught appropriate strategies, curriculum design and implementation, and behaviour management techniques. But the true foundation of learning is something much deeper: relationships.

Here’s why strong, positive student/teacher relationships matter:

📍Number 1, The brain won’t learn if it doesn’t feel safe.
Children who are dysregulated, anxious, or uncertain aren’t in a space to retain information, they’re just trying to survive the moment. A calm, caring adult helps shift them from survival to learning.

09/06/2025

Good news! Quick update to let you know that Alisha Bliss has an open appointment on 28th June 2025. If you are keen to have your child/young person assessed please complete the contact form at
https://www.edpsych.co.nz/contact-the-psychologist.html

Our clients love working with Alisha and she brings both the expertise of an educational psychologist as well as a background as a classroom teacher.

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09/06/2025

Winter has definitely set in and we are in prime learning time for children and young people in education. Now is a great time to make an appointment for an assessment so that you make the most of the current school year opportunities. Alisha has appointments available in July while Sue and Robyn have appointments available in September.

Head to https://www.edpsych.co.nz/ to find out more about who we are and how we work.

If you would like to make an appointment please use the contact form at https://www.edpsych.co.nz/contact-the-psychologist.html
to let us know how we can help.

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24/04/2025

Some lovely feedback to share about Sue's work.

You’ve made the process really easy and you’ve been wonderful to work with. 🙂

If you are interested in finding out more about the process of assessment or would like to make a booking please go to https://www.edpsych.co.nz/

We are booking up quickly but would love to hear from you.

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