What is this
Program
The Brighter Beginnings program involves engaging children in activities to help them develop the appropriate skills required to aid optimal learning when they start school and create a smooth transition to a school environment.
This program assists in developing a child's fine and gross motor skills as well as, target social participation within a group setting with similar aged peers. The program has an emphasis on play-based learning and recognises the importance of communication and language, as well as social and emotional development in the context of performing functional tasks.
Purpose of the Program
The program targets activities that help to develop children's fine and gross motor skills and social participation. It provides a supported environment for children to practice the skills needed in preparation for the next stage of life and to engage and participate in functional age-relevant, meaningful activities.
Our occupational therapists can assist children with a range of learning difficulties to participate and engage in various activities and start working towards developing those foundational skills needed for cutting, pasting, drawing, craft, as well as, playing and engaging socially with peers.
Who this Program is for
This program is designed to prepare preschool-aged children for the next stage in life. The development of foundational skills allows for future expansion and further develop a child's skill in the specific areas including; social interaction, play, language, emotional development, physical skills, literacy and fine motor skills.
This program has a specific emphasis on play-based learning and recognises the importance of communication and language, as well as social and emotional development in the context of performing functional age relevant and meaningful tasks.
Objectives of the Program
Developing skills for a successful start to developing and keeping friendships and continued learning.
Developing skills that relate to a child’s social and emotional development and confidence with socialisation with similar aged peers.
To develop functional skills and abilities, and characteristics which promotes children’s ability to become successful learners.
To familiarise children with functional activities and work towards becoming independent with completing tasks such as; drawing, craft, cutting and pasting, and other general fine motor and sequencing development.
To provide a fun and engaging, supportive environment to practice foundational skills. All children learn differently and at different speeds.
We take into consideration that some children require additional encouragement and support to build those skills.
To increase their ability to concentrate and focus on set tasks.
To develop a sense of achievement and build confidence.
What to Expect
Group program
Goals and activities are targeted towards developing foundational skills for preschoolers in preparation for the next stage in life.
A secure and caring environment to promote engagement and learning.
Children starting at different levels and meeting the child at their level.
A capacity building program focused on functional goals.
Qualified program facilitator to provide guidance and encourage participation.
To support your child's development and independence to ensure they reach their potential and to be able to engage in meaningful activities.
Program Dates - Term 1
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm, every Tuesday
Dates: 22nd July - 23rd Sept 2025
Age Range: 4 - 6 year olds
Program Fees: $1939.90
Venue: Grace Children's Therapy
Unit 35, 7 Anella Ave, Castle Hill NSW 2154
Ph: 1300 760 779
Closing Date For Registration:
15th July, 2025
Spots are limited in this group setting and enrolment needs to be confirmed.
The option to use your NDIS funding is available for this program.
