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.
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Supporting Children with Separation Anxiety
In this video, Robyn provides practical strategies for educators and parents to support children who are experiencing separation anxiety at kindergarten.
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Why Motor Skills Trump ABCs in Early Childhood
Discover the surprising truth about school readiness that every parent and educator needs to know.
Premium Services with Robyn
Expert-led sessions designed to create lasting impact in early childhood development
Keynote Presentations
$4,900
Transform your conference or professional development day with Robyn's engaging, evidence-based approach to early childhood development. Drawing on decades of experience, Robyn delivers powerful insights that inspire meaningful change in educational practices.
Enquire NowConference Workshops
From $3,800
Interactive, hands-on sessions designed to equip educators with practical strategies they can implement immediately. Robyn's workshops blend theory with real-world application, ensuring participants leave with actionable tools.
Enquire NowComplex Case Round Table
$2,900
Bring your most challenging scenarios to these collaborative problem-solving sessions (up to 10 participants). Robyn facilitates targeted discussions that draw on collective expertise while providing specialised guidance for complex developmental cases.
Enquire NowSmall Group Consultations
$990 per person
Join these exclusive, open-to-public sessions for direct access to Robyn's expertise in an intimate setting. Limited to 10 participants to ensure personalised attention for each attendee's specific questions and challenges.
Book Your SpotMonthly Online Coaching
$650/month
Ongoing professional development for PSFOs and early childhood professionals through structured virtual sessions. Includes access to exclusive resources, implementation support, and community discussions.
Learn MoreQ&A Panels
From $2,500
Engage Robyn for your panel discussions to add authoritative insights on early childhood development, motor skills, self-regulation, and play-based learning approaches.
Enquire NowServices with Our ECT Team
Play Move Improve methodology delivered by highly qualified Early Childhood Teachers
All ECT team members have been personally selected, extensively trained, and receive regular mentoring from Robyn to ensure they deliver the same high-quality service that has made Play Move Improve a trusted name in early childhood development.
Classroom Observation & Mentoring
From $520 per session
Our highly qualified ECTs conduct thorough observations using Robyn's established methodology, followed by detailed reports and practical implementation strategies. All team members receive regular supervision directly from Robyn to ensure consistent quality.
Book a Session8-Week Self-Regulation & Motor Skills Program
$3,847
A comprehensive, structured program delivered by our ECT specialists to transform classroom dynamics through targeted developmental activities. Includes weekly implementation, progress monitoring, and adaptation based on children's responses.
Learn MoreOnline School Readiness Webinar
$490 per centre
Prepare children for successful school transitions with expert guidance on developing essential skills. This pre-recorded webinar includes implementation guides and practical activity suggestions.
Purchase NowQuality Assurance
Our ECT team members are not simply assistants - they are highly skilled early childhood professionals who have undergone extensive training in Robyn's methodology and receive ongoing supervision directly from her. They implement the same observation techniques, assessment protocols, and intervention strategies that Robyn has developed throughout her career.
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.
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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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.
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Ready for Learning (RFL) Program
- Ages: 4 - 10 years
- Setting: Primary School
- Structured movement activities
- Classroom regulation strategies
- Curriculum-aligned resources
- Key Focus: Building self-regulation and fundamental coordination skills needed for focus and learning
Complimentary Resources
Valuable tools to support your early childhood development journey
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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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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Sensory Play Design eBook
Create meaningful sensory experiences that support developmental progression with this practical guide to intentional sensory play.
Request Free eBook →Current Challenges in Childhood Development
Educators and parents are noticing concerning trends that directly impact learning readiness and overall wellbeing for our children
Declining Movement Foundations
Children are showing reduced core strength, poor posture, and difficulty with basic coordination. Many struggle with fundamental movements (crawling, jumping, hopping, catching, running) that previous generations mastered naturally through active play.
Screen Time Impact
Increased screen exposure has replaced essential physical and sensory play, resulting in children who struggle with body awareness, spatial relationships, self-regulation and the sensory integration needed for learning and social development.
Classroom Readiness Gaps
Educators report growing numbers of children unable to:
- Sit effectively during learning activities
- Focus on tasks without constant redirection
- Control impulses and regulate emotions
- Transition between activities smoothly
- Engage in fine motor tasks required for writing
The Movement-Learning Connection
Research consistently shows that movement skills don't exist in isolation—they form the foundation for cognitive development, emotional regulation, and academic success.
When children lack these physical foundations, learning becomes unnecessarily challenging.
Educator Frustration
Teachers are spending increasing amounts of time managing behavioural challenges and addressing developmental gaps instead of teaching. Many report feeling overwhelmed, questioning their effectiveness, and struggling to meet curriculum expectations while addressing these foundational needs.
Without structured intervention, these challenges often persist or worsen, affecting not just early development but long-term academic achievement, social capabilities, and self-confidence.
Play Move Improve programs provide the structured, evidence-based movement solutions educators need to address these challenges effectively and efficiently.
Ready to Transform Early Childhood Development?
Whether you're looking for keynote presentations, professional development workshops, or classroom-based support, Play Move Improve offers evidence-based solutions to enhance children's developmental outcomes.