Robyn Papworth
Developmental Educator & Early Childhood Movement Specialist
With over a decade of experience transforming early childhood practices, I've helped thousands of educators and parents understand the crucial link between movement, self-regulation, emotional regulation and learning. My evidence-based approach combines deep theoretical knowledge with practical, easy-to-implement strategies.
As a sought-after speaker and consultant, I work with early childhood centres, schools, and conferences across Australia and the world (online) to create environments where children can thrive developmentally. My specialised knowledge in primitive reflexes, sensory processing, trauma based practice and motor development sets children up for success in all areas of life.
Qualified Developmental Educator, Exercise Physiologist & Interior Designer
Creator of the Movement Intervention Program (MIP) and Ready for Learning (RFL) Primary School Program
Keynote speaker at major educational conferences around the world
Author of research-backed resources and books
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Reading with Confidence: Building the Essential Skills for Focus and Reading Development
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Reading with Confidence
Do these moments sound familiar in your home or classroom?
- "I just can't do it!" – Your child throws the book across the room in frustration
- Watching tears well up when it's reading time again
- Hearing "I'm just not good at reading" from a child who's brilliant in other areas
- Noticing your child constantly fidgeting, losing their place, or complaining of headaches during reading
- That sinking feeling when comparing your child's progress to their classmates
Welcome to the "Reading with Confidence" course—where we understand that behind every reading struggle is a child who deserves to experience the joy of reading without frustration or tears. As parents and educators, we feel your concern when a child struggles with reading, and we've created this comprehensive program to address not just the symptoms but the underlying developmental foundations that make reading possible.
Developed through years of working with children who found reading challenging, this course goes beyond traditional approaches by focusing on the physical, sensory, and regulatory skills that are often overlooked but crucial for reading success. We'll guide you through simple, playful activities that can transform reading from a source of anxiety to a source of confidence and pleasure for the children in your care.
After weeks of battles over reading homework, I was at my wit's end. The activities from this course completely changed our experience. My son no longer fights reading time—he actually asks for it! The difference in his confidence is something I never thought possible.
What You'll Learn
This course is designed to give you practical, effective tools that work in real homes and real classrooms with real children. Throughout the modules, you'll discover how to:
- Integrate Essential Reflexes: Unlock the mystery behind why some children struggle to track words across a page or sit still during reading. Learn gentle, playful movements that help integrate reflexes like STNR, ATNR, VOR, and Galant—creating the neurological foundation for reading success.
- Encourage Crossing the Midline: Discover why this seemingly simple ability to reach across the body is actually crucial for reading fluency, and how to nurture this skill through fun, dance-like activities that children actually enjoy doing.
- Improve Visual Tracking: Before a child can recognize sight words, their eyes need to move smoothly across text. Learn engaging games that strengthen eye muscles and tracking ability—turning a clinical skill into a delightful play experience.
- Enhance Spatial Awareness: Help children develop a strong sense of where their body is in space, directly improving their ability to navigate a page of text. These movement activities double as family fun or classroom brain breaks!
- Promote Self-Regulation: Transform reading sessions with simple techniques that help children stay calm and focused. These tools aren't just for reading time—they're life skills that help in all learning situations.
- Build Core Strength: Understand the surprising connection between wobbly sitting and reading difficulties. Learn playful strengthening activities that help children maintain comfortable posture without constant reminders to "sit still."
As a Grade 1 teacher for 15 years, I've never found such a practical approach to helping struggling readers. The activities are easy to implement in a busy classroom, and I've seen remarkable improvements in children who previously avoided reading at all costs.
Course Features
Flexible, Self-Paced Learning
Life with children is busy enough! Access all materials immediately upon enrollment and work through them whenever works for you—early mornings, during nap time, or after bedtime. Return to modules as needed as your child grows or as you work with different students.
Practical Observation Tools
No more guessing what your child needs. Our easy-to-use checklists help you observe specific behaviors that indicate developmental readiness, allowing you to focus on exactly the right activities for each unique child.
Evidence-Based Approach
Feel confident knowing every strategy is backed by current research in developmental science. We translate complex neurodevelopmental concepts into clear, accessible language—giving you both the "what to do" and the "why it works."
Playful, Practical Activities
Transform developmental work into joyful moments with six easy-to-implement activities in every module. These aren't complicated therapy sessions—they're natural, playful interactions that fit into everyday life at home or in the classroom.
Professional Recognition
Upon completing the course, receive a certificate of completion that recognizes your commitment to supporting children's reading development—valuable for parents' personal satisfaction and for educators' professional portfolios.
Special Bonus: Complimentary Sensori-Motor Reading Program
When you enroll today, you'll also receive the Sensori-Motor Reading Program from Developmental Educator Robyn Papworth at no additional cost (valued at $97). This exclusive resource perfectly complements your course materials, providing additional sensory-rich activities that make reading practice more effective and enjoyable. It's like having a developmental specialist in your home or classroom, guiding you through targeted exercises that build reading readiness from the ground up.
Who Will Benefit Most
- Parents who've tried everything and are looking for a fresh approach beyond "just practice more." This course gives you concrete tools to support your child in a way that builds confidence rather than frustration. Perfect for families dealing with reading reluctance, tears during homework, or concerns about falling behind.
- Early childhood and primary educators seeking practical strategies that address the root causes of reading difficulties. These approaches work alongside your existing literacy curriculum to help children develop the physical and regulatory foundations that make reading instruction more effective.
- Caregivers, grandparents, and tutors who want to understand the deeper reasons behind reading struggles and contribute meaningfully to a child's reading journey with confidence-building activities that feel like play rather than work.
As a grandmother helping raise my grandson, I felt out of my depth with his reading struggles. This course gave me simple activities we could do together that didn't feel like "therapy" or "extra work"—just special time together. His reading has improved, but more importantly, he no longer sees himself as "bad at reading."
Transform Reading Struggles into Reading Confidence
Join thousands of parents and educators who have discovered that reading difficulties often have surprisingly simple solutions when you address the foundational skills. Enroll today and start your journey toward stress-free, joyful reading experiences with the children in your care.
Enrol NowOur Promise to You
We understand the frustration, worry, and sometimes heartbreak that comes with watching a child struggle with reading. That's why this course focuses not just on reading skills but on building a child's confidence and positive relationship with books. The activities you'll learn are designed to be enjoyable, not just effective—because we believe that learning to read should be a journey filled with discovery and delight, not dread.
Join our community of parents and educators today, and let's work together to help every child discover the joy and confidence that comes with successful reading.
Complimentary Resources
Valuable tools to support your early childhood development journey
GUIDE
Observational Guide: Proactive vs. Reactive Behaviours
Learn Robyn's techniques for identifying patterns in children's behaviour and understanding the underlying developmental factors.
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CHECKLIST
Comprehensive Reflex Checklist
A detailed assessment tool to identify retained primitive reflexes that may be impacting children's development and learning.
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EBOOK
Sensory Play Design eBook
Create meaningful sensory experiences that support developmental progression with this practical guide to intentional sensory play.
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Movement Intervention Program (MIP)
Building stronger foundations for learning through purposeful movement
The Movement Intervention Program (MIP) is a structured, 8-week intervention designed to strengthen core developmental movements that directly impact learning readiness, attention, and self-regulation.
Addresses retained primitive reflexes that impact focus and coordination
Builds core strength for improved sitting posture and endurance
Enhances midline crossing abilities crucial for reading and writing
Provides detailed assessment tools and implementation guides
Ready for Learning (RFL)
Supporting reading confidence through developmental movement
The Ready for Learning program focuses on building the essential physical and regulatory foundations children need to develop confident reading skills, from visual tracking to core stability.
Develops visual tracking skills critical for reading fluency
Integrates reflexes that affect letter recognition and formation
Enhances self-regulation for sustained attention during reading
Strengthens fine motor skills for improved handwriting
The Regulated Centre Foundation Package
Where educator wellbeing creates quality practice
Feeling seen is the first step to feeling supported.
For centres facing significant challenges with educator wellbeing and regulation, our comprehensive Regulated Centre Foundation Package provides three months of personalised support with Robyn Papworth.
This advanced program builds upon the principles in our core MIP and RFL offerings, extending their benefits to create regulated environments for both educators and children.
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