Social Communication Programs

for primary school kids

Building Bonds

Construction Play-Based Social Communication

Our Construction, Play-Based Social Communication Groups are designed for all neurotypes such as; ADHDers, Autistic and socially anxious children. In keeping with our philosophy, Building Bonds follows a strengths based approach adhering to neurodiversity-affirming practice. 

Along with the support of Speech Pathologists and Teen Mentors, this group provides a safe opportunity for children to interact with their authentic communication and play styles, while learning to self-advocate. These groups offer a range of building materials to support our participant’s wide interests while also supporting their varying motor abilities. Types of materials include LEGO, Duplo, magnetic blocks, wooden blocks and recycled materials.

FOCUS AREAS

  • Authentic play styles
  • Self-Advocacy skills
  • Functional Communication
  • Negotiating
  • Sharing your interests 
  • Collaborative problem solving 
  • Self-reflection 
  • Confidence & joy in play

How long does the course run for?

Weekly 90 minute sessions (including four parent sessions and a guest presentation)

WHEN IS THE NEXT COURSE?

Take a look at our upcoming schedule for the latest course dates and locations.

Junior Advocates

Our Junior Advocates Social Communication Program is specifically tailored for all neurotypes such as; ADHDers, Autistic and socially anxious primary school students in mainstream years 3 to 6. In keeping with our philosophy, Junior Advocates follows a strengths based approach adhering to neurodiversity-affirming practice. The primary goal within this group is to build social confidence and develop a positive self-identity through group games, interactive activities and discussions.

Using evidence-based research, clinical knowledge and input from Autistic adults, along with the support of Speech Pathologists and Teen Mentors, we support our participants’ social communication to achieve their personal goals. This small group program provides children and their parents with an opportunity to learn about and develop their social communication in a supported environment.

 

FOCUS AREAS

  • Self-advocacy skills
  • Recognise your personal strengths
  • Learn about the differences in communication and play styles
  • Development of interoception skills i.e. tuning into your body’s signals/feelings
  • Understand your sensory differences
  • Develop regulation strategies
  • Develop perspective taking abilities
  • Build confidence in social situations

How long does the course run for?

Weekly 90 minute sessions over 14 weeks.

Parents attend 7 concurrent sessions (scheduled fortnightly)

WHEN IS THE NEXT COURSE?

Take a look at our upcoming schedule for the latest course dates and locations.

Junior Escapades

Outings for Years 3 – 6

Our Junior Escapades outings program is specifically tailored for all neurotypes such as; ADHDers, Autistic and socially anxious primary school students in mainstream years 3 to 6. In keeping with our philosophy, Junior Escapades follows a strengths based approach adhering to neurodiversity-affirming practice.

This small group session provides children with an opportunity to learn about and develop their authentic social communication in a supported community environment. 

EXAMPLES OF ACTIVITIES AND OUTINGS INCLUDE:

  • Visits to cafes
  • Bowling
  • Bushwalks
  • Pizza Making
  • Art Lesson
  • Transport Day

How long does the course run for?

Fortnightly 90 minutes sessions, 8 outings. 

WHEN IS THE NEXT COURSE?

Take a look at our upcoming schedule for the latest course dates and locations.

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