Blue Iris Intervention Centre

20/10/2026

🧠 “My child can spend hours playing games, but struggles to focus on homework. Why?”

It's a question many parents of children with ADHD ask!

The answer isn't simply about motivation or effort. 💙

Children with ADHD can find it easier to stay engaged in activities that offer immediate rewards, clear goals and constant stimulation. Video games often provide all three!

Homework, on the other hand, usually requires sustained attention, planning, organisation and working towards a reward that isn't immediate.

So, how can we make things easier at home? 🏡

✨ Create structure and routines – Predictability helps children know what to expect.

✨ Break tasks into smaller steps – Short, manageable activities can feel less overwhelming.

✨ Use their interests – Incorporate things your child enjoys to make learning more engaging.

✨ Minimise distractions – A quiet, organised space can make a difference.

✨ Be patient and encouraging – Celebrate effort and progress, not just the final result.

Remember, ADHD isn't about a child needing to try harder. It's about understanding how their brain works and finding strategies that support them.

💙 Every child learns differently, and the right support can make all the difference.

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15/10/2026

💙 Seasonal Social Groups 💙

We’re excited to introduce our Seasonal Social Groups for 2026–2027 — fun, supportive small-group programmes running during the school holidays, with opportunities for children to play, connect and build important social skills along the way.

Throughout the year, children can join us for:
❄️ Merry & Bright – Winter Social Programme
🎭 Carnival Crew – Carnival Social Programme
🐰 Easter Social Club – Spring Social Programme

Each programme will include 3-hour sessions in small groups, with a good therapist-to-child ratio allowing us to provide individualised support while children take part in shared activities and experiences.

Our focus will be on helping children build confidence, practise social and communication skills, play alongside others and develop friendships while, most importantly, having fun. 💙

Bookings are now open, and both current and new families are welcome to enquire.

For dates, packages, fees and full programme information, get in touch and we’ll send you our programme booklet.

📞 77063263
✉️ [email protected]

Places are limited!

12/10/2026

We’re starting something new at Blue Iris 💙

On Tuesday, 17th November, we’ll be holding our very first Parent Support Group — an informal evening for parents to meet, connect, share experiences and simply have a space to talk with others who may understand some of the same challenges.�

For this first session, we’d also really like to hear from you. We’ll be talking about what you would find most helpful from future groups and how you’d like these sessions to be structured, so that they can genuinely reflect the needs of the parents attending.�

📅 Tuesday, 17th November 2026
�🕡 6:30–8:00 PM�
📍 My Mama, Naxxar�
💙 €5 per person

Places are limited and booking is required.
To reserve your place:�
📞 7706 3263
✉️ [email protected]

We’re really looking forward to getting this started and creating a space where parents can connect, share and feel supported. 💙

08/10/2026

Exciting team news to share! 💙🎉

We’re so proud to share that Samira has officially received her warrant as an International Behaviour Therapist (IBT)!
This milestone reflects the hard work, commitment and dedication Samira has put into her professional development, and we’re so happy to celebrate this achievement with her.

We’re incredibly proud to have Samira as part of the Blue Iris team and can’t wait to see her continue to grow in her role. 💙✨

Congratulations, Samira!

06/10/2026

October is ADHD Awareness Month 🧠💛

ADHD is so much more than being distracted or having lots of energy. It can look different from one person to another, and sometimes, it might not look the way we expect at all.

This month is a little reminder to look beyond the behaviour, stay curious, and make space for different ways of thinking, learning and experiencing the world. 💭✨

A little more understanding can make a big difference. 💙

25/08/2026

It's kinda chic to care ❣

20/08/2026

💙 PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS 💙

Parenting a child or adolescent with autism, a disability or additional needs comes with its own day-to-day challenges, questions and experiences. Having the opportunity to speak with other parents going through similar situations can be incredibly valuable. Sometimes, what you need most is simply to sit with someone who gets it.

We are therefore creating Parent Support Groups, a safe, welcoming space where parents can meet others walking a similar path, share experiences and challenges, exchange ideas, or simply talk and feel heard.

We are planning different groups so parents can connect with others at a similar stage, including:

• Parents of recently diagnosed children
• Parents of younger children
• Parents of adolescents and teenagers
• Parents navigating particular challenges or stages of their child's development

This initiative is not being created for profit. Sessions will take place outside the Blue Iris centre, and any fee charged will simply contribute towards the cost of hiring the space.

Most importantly, we would like these groups to be shaped by the parents who attend them.

What would you want from a parent support group?
Are there particular topics you would like to discuss? A specific type of group you would like to see? Something you wish you had been able to talk about with other parents earlier in your journey?
We would love to hear from you! 💙

Send us a private message or connect with us on WhatsApp on 7706 3263 to share your thoughts or to let us know which group you would be interested in joining. More information coming out soon!

A space to connect. A space to be heard. A space where you are not alone.

22/07/2026

⚡ No electricity? Let us help. 💙

If you’re a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and your home is affected by a power cut during our opening hours, we know how challenging this can be.

Changes to routine, no Wi-Fi, no air conditioning, and the summer heat can quickly become overwhelming for many children.

💙 Blue Iris Intervention Centre would like to offer a helping hand.

If we have electricity at the centre, we are happy to open our doors free of charge to families who need a safe, calm place to spend a few hours.

You are welcome to make use of:
✅ A comfortable, air-conditioned room
✅ Wi-Fi and electricity
✅ A quiet, autism-friendly environment

Parents/legal guardians can also work remotely from our centre during these hours whilst your children relax and play in the same space.

Please note:
• This service is completely free of charge.
• A parent or legal guardian must remain with their child at all times. We are offering the space only and are not providing supervision or childcare during these visits.
• Availability depends on our room availability and the centre having electricity.

If you would like to make use of this service, simply send us a message, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

At Blue Iris, we believe that supporting families goes beyond therapy. Sometimes, a cool, safe place and a little understanding can make all the difference. 💙

Please feel free to share this post so that it reaches as many families who may need it.

14/05/2026

Not every child benefits from traditional learning, and that’s okay. 🌱

At Blue Iris Intervention Centre, our Academic Tutoring service is designed specifically for neurodivergent children and adolescents who may struggle to keep up with the school curriculum.

Sessions are provided 1:1 by qualified and experience teachers and/or LSEs trained in disabilities and behaviour management, under the supervision of a Behaviour Analyst.

Because learning should be adapted to the child, not the other way around. 💙

07/05/2026

We are hiring in !

Contact us now to learn more.

Blue Iris Centre offers Positive Behaviour Support and early intervention for children with developmental disabilities, focusing on skill development, reducing challenging behaviours, and empowering families for improved outcomes in everyday life.