Therapeutic programmes for schools in Northern Ireland

Helping Children Feel Ready to Learn


Specialist therapeutic programmes that help schools support children's emotional wellbeing, regulation, movement and development

Every child deserves the opportunity to feel safe, regulated and ready to learn. Yet for some children, emotional, sensory or developmental needs can make the school day feel overwhelming. WayMaker provides specialist therapeutic programmes for schools across Northern Ireland, helping children build the foundations they need to engage, connect and thrive.

Through Group Play Therapy, Brain Balance and Movement Matters, we work alongside schools to understand what may be happening beneath the behaviour and provide practical, child-centred support where it is needed most.

Support That Starts With the Child

When a child is struggling in school, what we see on the surface does not always tell us what is happening underneath. Difficulties with attention, emotional regulation, sensory processing, movement, confidence or relationships can all affect a child's ability to feel settled and ready to learn.

At WayMaker, we look beyond behaviour to understand what each child may need. Our school programmes provide targeted, therapeutic support within the school environment, helping children strengthen the skills and foundations that support learning, wellbeing and everyday school life.

Schools don't need to know which programme is right before getting in touch.
Tell us what you're noticing, and we'll help you identify the most appropriate next step.


  • play therapy | school

    play therapy

    Supporting emotional wellbeing.

  • Learning support for schools

    BRAIN BALANCE

    Building foundations for learning.

  • movement matters

    movement matters

    Using movement to learn.

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The Movement Matters programme has had a very positive impact, with children showing increased calmness, confidence, and social connection. Through purposeful play and movement, children have improved their ability to self-regulate, engaged more willingly in activities, and built stronger relationships with peers. The sessions were very enjoyable and inclusive, supporting both emotional wellbeing and physical development, and it was evident that the strategies introduced are making a meaningful difference in their day-to-day interactions and engagement. Eden primary school

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Safe to Connect. Ready to Learn.