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Welcome to Learn, Play, Grow
At Grow Therapy Services, we are passionate about empowering neurodivergent children and their families through neuro-affirming, play-based, and holistic therapy approaches.
Learn, Play, Grow is an 8-week early intervention program designed to support children aged 18 months to 5 years in developing essential skills through fun, engaging, and inclusive activities.
Our program is built on the principles of developmental education, positive behaviour support, and play therapy, with every activity tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. Parents and caregivers actively participate, creating meaningful opportunities to strengthen bonds, build confidence, and learn strategies that can be carried over into daily life.
Who is This Program For?
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Children aged 18 months – 5 years and their caregivers.
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Families seeking a play-based, neuro-affirming approach to early intervention.
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Parents looking to learn practical strategies to support their child's development in
- Communication
- Sensory & Motor Skills
- Play and Social Interactions
Age Groups and Focus Areas:
1. Little Explorers (18 months - 3 years)
Focus: Parallel play, sensory exploration, and parent-child connection.
Structure: Activity stations with guided opportunities for children to explore and play at their own pace alongside peers
2. Growing Together (3 - 5 years)
Focus: Collaborative play, group participation, and skill-building.
Structure: Themed group activities with a focus on communication, motor skills, and early social interaction.
Program Details
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Duration: 8-week program (one session per week, 45 minutes each)
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Group Size: Maximum of 8 families per session
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Facilitators: Led by Qualified Early Childhood Intervention therapists and therapy assistants in a supportive, welcoming environment.
What to Expect Each Week Each Learn, Play, Grow session follows a predictable and engaging structure, designed to support children in feeling safe, confident, and ready to explore.
Welcome & Warm-Up: Greeting, introduction to the theme, and interactive group song.
Music & Movement: Action songs and movement games to build communication and coordination.
Read & Move: Storytime followed by an engaging movement or play activity based on the book’s theme.
Sensory Exploration: Hands-on fine motor and regulation activities, supporting self-expression and sensory needs.
Cool Down & Goodbye: Calming activity and goodbye song to transition smoothly out of the session.
Why Choose Learn, Play, Grow?
Neuro-Affirming Practices: We embrace and celebrate neurodivergence, respecting each child’s individual strengths, needs, and communication style.
Holistic Development: Our program integrates early childhood intervention principles, focusing on communication, motor skills, sensory, and emotional regulation skills.
Play-Based Learning: Through music, movement, sensory exploration, and interactive storytelling, children learn and grow in a natural, joyful way.
Parent Empowerment: By participating in each session, parents and caregivers gain practical tools and insights to support their child’s development at home and in the community.
Small Group Environment: With a maximum of eight families per group, every child receives individualised support in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
Program Goals
1. Build Connections: Foster meaningful parent-child interactions through engaging and interactive activities.
2. Promote Communication: Support speech and language development through songs, storytelling, and social play.
3. Enhance Motor Skills: Develop gross and fine motor skills through movement, obstacle courses, and sensory activities.
4. Encourage Social Play: Progress from parallel play to group collaboration, building early social skills and confidence.
5. Support Emotional Regulation: Teach self-regulation strategies through sensory exploration and calming techniques.
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