Transforming Learning and Behavior in Children Who Learn Differently

The Developing Child Centre (TDCC) proudly presents a transformative webinar led by Debbie Gilmore, Executive Director of The Arrowsmith Program. This session explores how cognitive enhancement and brain-based interventions can reshape learning outcomes for children who learn differently. Families and educators will gain a deeper understanding of the cognitive factors that influence learning, attention, and behavior, and discover how targeted, research-driven approaches can unlock a child’s true potential. The webinar will also highlight the real-world impact of the Arrowsmith Program on academic success, independence, and long-term confidence.

Objectives

Participants will:

1. Understand the cognitive functions that affect learning, focus, emotional regulation, and classroom performance.

2. Explore how targeted brain-based interventions can strengthen weak cognitive processes and create lasting, meaningful improvements.

3. Learn how the Arrowsmith Program supports children in developing the skills needed to thrive in school, learning environments, and daily life.

About the Speaker:

Debbie Gilmore is the Executive Director of The Arrowsmith Program and a respected leader in education with a rich background in literacy, inclusive learning, and school improvement. Her career spans roles as teacher, literacy adviser, assistant principal, principal, and administrator, where she consistently championed innovative and inclusive approaches that make a lasting difference in students’ lives.

Debbie discovered the Arrowsmith Program while leading diverse learning initiatives in Sydney’s Catholic Education Office. Captivated by its potential to transform cognitive functioning, she spearheaded its introduction into schools. Since becoming Arrowsmith’s Executive Director in 2013, she has led the program’s global growth and continues to collaborate with educators, clinicians, and families worldwide to promote cognitive strengthening as a pathway to improved learning.

As both an educational leader and a parent, Debbie has witnessed firsthand how Arrowsmith reshapes the brain, strengthens independence, and transforms the futures of children who learn differently.

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