Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

About Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed

I am an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher with a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Flinders University, Australia. I have 8 years of experience working with children with a wide range of special needs, including autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Teaching Emotional Vocabulary in Classrooms: Why It Matters

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Helping children identify and express their emotions is a cornerstone of both academic and social development. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, emotional literacy is part of our daily learning routine—especially for children with [Read More]

The Calming Power of Weighted Blankets in Special Education Settings

Special Needs (one-on-one) HERE In special education environments like OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, supporting a child’s emotional and sensory needs is just as critical as academic instruction. One effective tool used by educators and therapists [Read More]

Supporting Early Literacy Skills Through Occupational Therapy

Early literacy isn’t just about learning letters—it’s about building the foundation for communication, independence, and academic success. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, we use a multidisciplinary approach to help children develop pre-writing and writing skills, especially those [Read More]

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Building Balance and Confidence: The Role of Occupational Therapy

At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, occupational therapy isn’t just about fine motor skills or handwriting practice. It’s about creating meaningful, engaging experiences that support a child’s ability to navigate the world—physically, emotionally, and socially. One powerful approach [Read More]

How Occupational Therapy Builds Balance and Confidence in Children

Helping Kids in Phnom Penh Develop Coordination, Focus, and Life Skills Balance is more than just staying upright—it’s a foundation for nearly every task a child performs, from sitting in class to climbing at the playground. For children [Read More]

Building Early Communication: How Play Sparks Speech Development

Speech Therapy Services Speech and Language Tips for Phnom Penh Parents with Babies and Toddlers Long before babies say their first word, they’re already communicating—through eye contact, gestures, coos, and smiles. These early exchanges are the [Read More]

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Feeding Therapy: Supporting Toddlers with Eating Challenges in Phnom Penh

Developmental Assessments When Mealtime Becomes a Struggle, Therapy Can Help Your Child Thrive For many parents, feeding their toddler is a natural part of daily life. But for others, it can feel like a constant battle—refusing [Read More]

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The Power of Movement: How Gross Motor Play Builds Baby Brains

Developmental Assessments Long before children speak or write, they explore their world through movement. Gross motor play—activities that involve the large muscles of the body—lays the groundwork for everything from sitting and crawling to attention, regulation, [Read More]

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Why Early Intervention Matters: Building Foundations in the First Years

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM The early years of a child’s life are full of rapid growth—but for some children, that development may unfold a bit differently. Whether it’s delayed speech, trouble with fine motor tasks, or difficulty following [Read More]

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Sensory Play: A Key to Unlocking Early Development in Children

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Sensory play is more than just fun—it’s a powerful developmental tool for young children, especially those with autism, ADHD, or sensory processing challenges. In Phnom Penh, where early childhood development is increasingly prioritized, parents [Read More]

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