# Home Source: https://apurva.info/ Every child deserves to *learn their way*I am Apurva Somvanshi, an educator in inclusive practice and SEND, and an MSc Psychology student. I offer guidance for children, parents and early-career learners. [Explore programmes](/programmes/)[Read my journey](/my-journey/)- MSc Psychology - Inclusive practice and SEND - One-to-one guidance - **A 60-minute first consultation** - **Planned around each learner** - **A written plan to keep** - **SEND and EHCP experience** Children don't grow because they're compared. They grow because they're *understood*. Apurva Somvanshi, on comparison and confidence Supporting growth and learning through thoughtful teaching! About me ## Hello, I'm *Apurva* My name is Apurva, and I am an educator specialising in inclusive practice and SEND support, with experience across different regions and classrooms. I am also studying for an MSc in Psychology to deepen my understanding of learning, behaviour and mental wellbeing. My approach combines teaching, mentoring and wellbeing support to help learners grow both academically and personally. Certifications9Services3Articles40+ [Read my journey](/my-journey/) ## Guidance. Growth. *Impact.* Every child, parent and learner deserves support. Choose the programme that fits. 016 weeks ### Child Development and Parent Guidance Practical, evidence-informed strategies to nurture children's learning, emotional wellbeing, confidence and positive behaviour. - A 60-minute parent consultation - Four one-to-one child sessions - A progress review and a personalised action plan [See the programme](/programmes/child-development-and-parent-guidance/)025 weeks ### Confidence, Communication and Personal Development Build confidence, strengthen communication and language skills, and become more resilient and independent. - A discovery session to set your goals - Eight sessions shaped around you - A personal development action plan [See the programme](/programmes/confidence-communication-personal-development/)0310 weeks ### Career Development and Interview Preparation Personalised mentoring for students, graduates and early-career professionals moving from education into work. - CV, LinkedIn and personal brand - Mock interview with personal feedback - A career action plan for what comes next [See the programme](/programmes/career-development-interview-preparation/) How I work ## Meet each learner *where they are* Every session starts with listening. The plan comes after. ### Listen first We begin with your goals, worries and history, so the support fits the person in front of me. ### Strengths before struggles Interests and strengths are the doorway into harder skills, never an afterthought. ### Home and school together Children grow best when parents and educators work together, so I share strategies you can use at home. ### Small steps, steady progress Clear goals, regular reviews and an action plan you keep after the sessions end. Beyond the classroom ## Moments I *kept* Photos from my Instagram. Drag, tap or use the arrows. 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She is incredibly organised, always planning our meetup times well in advance, and consistently checking in on my progress between sessions. Her kindness and genuine dedication made every meeting something I truly looked forward to. I must say, I have benefited 100% from her guidance and highly recommend her as an exceptional leader and mentor. **[Bridgit Nungari](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgit-nungari-943b2438b/)**Mentee, Global Mentorship Initiative. Computer Science student and front-end developer ## Notes on learning, parenting and *living well* [All articles](/writing/) [](https://apurva.info/bandura-and-social-learning/)Latest articlePsychology and Learning6 min read ### [Bandura and Social Learning: Modelling, Self-Efficacy and the Bobo Doll](https://apurva.info/bandura-and-social-learning/) Albert Bandura showed that children learn by watching. The Bobo doll study, its critiques, self-efficacy, and how modelling works at school and home. Read the article [ ](https://apurva.info/learned-helplessness-and-motivation/) Psychology and Learning 7 min read ### [Learned Helplessness and Motivation: What It Means for Pupils Who Give Up](https://apurva.info/learned-helplessness-and-motivation/) Why do some pupils stop trying? The learned helplessness research, its 2016 revision, attribution retraining, and practical classroom responses. [ ](https://apurva.info/public-speaking-nerves/) Confidence and Careers 3 min read ### [Public Speaking Nerves: Small Steps to Steadier Confidence](https://apurva.info/public-speaking-nerves/) Most people feel nervous before speaking to a group. Practical ways to prepare, manage the physical symptoms and build confidence one small step at… [ ](https://apurva.info/group-work-that-includes-everyone/) Classroom Practice 6 min read ### [Group Work That Includes Everyone](https://apurva.info/group-work-that-includes-everyone/) Why group work often leaves some pupils out, and how cooperative learning principles from Johnson and Johnson help every pupil take part and learn. How to start ## Starting is *simple* No forms to get right and no commitment. A short message is enough. - 1 ### You send a message A few lines is enough to start. - 2 ### I reply personally Usually within a few days, to ask a couple of questions or suggest a time. - 3 ### We plan together If a programme fits, we book the first consultation. ## Not sure which programme fits? *Let us talk it through.* Tell me a little about your child or your goals and I will get back to you. [Send a message](/contact/)[See all programmes](/programmes/)