This module on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) helps Early Years educators understand the key traits, behaviours, and learning needs of young children with ADHD. It focuses on recognising hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity while providing practical strategies to support engagement, focus, and emotional regulation in the classroom. Educators learn how to use movement breaks, clear instructions, hands-on activities, and structured routines to help children thrive in daily learning activities.
The course content follows current MOE, KHDA, ADEK, and SPEA guidelines and aligns with best practices for inclusive Early Years education in the UAE. It is suitable for teachers, teaching assistants, early years practitioners, support workers, and anyone working directly with young children in UAE schools or nurseries.
• This module gives educators a clear understanding of ADHD in Early Years settings.
• It explains how ADHD affects attention, behaviour, energy levels, and emotional control in young children.
• Teachers learn how ADHD may appear during everyday routines like circle time, transitions, play, and group activities.
• The module shares simple and practical strategies that help children stay engaged, calm, and ready to learn.
• All guidance follows KHDA, MOE, ADEK, and SPEA expectations for inclusive EY practice.
• Explain the main traits of ADHD in young children.
• Recognise signs of hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity during classroom routines.
• Understand why children with ADHD behave in certain ways and what support they need.
• Use movement breaks and sensory-friendly strategies to manage energy levels.
• Give clear, simple instructions that help children stay focused.
• Break tasks into smaller steps to support short attention spans.
• Create a predictable, structured classroom environment that supports emotional regulation.
• Build positive relationships through patience, clarity, and consistent guidance.
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This section explains why some children move constantly, fidget, or struggle to stay in one place. Hyperactivity is not misbehaving. It is the child’s way of managing energy and staying alert. Educators learn how to support active bodies in a safe and calm way.
Here you explore why young children with ADHD may get distracted easily, lose focus during group time, or move quickly from one activity to another. Understanding inattention helps teachers create simple, structured routines that keep the child engaged without pressure.
This part explains behaviours like calling out, grabbing items, or acting quickly without thinking. Impulsivity can make daily routines challenging, but with the right strategies, teachers can guide children to pause, choose, and respond more calmly.
This section helps educators understand why sitting for long periods is hard for many children with ADHD. You learn how movement supports their learning rather than distracts from it.
Young children with ADHD may focus only for brief moments, especially during tasks that feel slow or unclear. This part teaches simple ways to break tasks down and keep instructions short.
ADHD can also affect emotions. Children may become upset quickly or feel overwhelmed during transitions. This section explains how to support emotional regulation with calm communication and predictable routines.
This explains how short, purposeful movement breaks help children release energy and return to learning more calmly. Examples include stretching, jumping, or a quick classroom job.
You learn how simple instructions and visual reminders help children understand what to do. Clear expectations reduce confusion and make routines smoother.
This section shares practical ideas for active, hands-on activities that keep children engaged. Short, manageable tasks help children focus better and experience success throughout the day.
