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Supporting Children's Additional Needs: Early Inclusion & Intervention in the Early Years

Supporting Children's Additional Needs: Early Inclusion & Intervention in the Early Years

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​Supporting Children's Additional Needs: Early Inclusion & Intervention in the Early Years
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​Supporting Children's Additional Needs: Early Inclusion & Intervention in the Early Years
Supporting Children's Additional Needs: Early Inclusion & Intervention in the Early Years
Support Group - Tuesday 8th July 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm AEST (New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania)
6:30pm - 8:30pm South Australia, Northern Territory
6:00pm - 8:00pm Western Australia

Individual - $119 - Team - $499

Tax Deductible, Certificate received for Professional Development 
​

Overview
This course explores how educators can recognise, respond to, and support children who may be experiencing challenges--without a formal diagnosis. Through early identification, inclusive practices, and collaborative support, we can ensure every child feels safe, seen, and supported.

 What Early Childhood Educators Will Learn;
This module supports early childhood educators in recognising and responding to the needs of children who may require additional support—without the need for a formal diagnosis. Children communicate through their behaviour, development, and emotional responses, and educators are often the first to notice subtle signs.
With a compassionate, inclusive approach, educators will explore how to build strong relationships, observe with purpose, and implement supportive strategies in partnership with families. The module also introduces key frameworks such as the EYLF, NQF, DSM-5, and NDIS, highlighting how these can guide best practice and advocacy. By creating safe, respectful environments and embracing early intervention, educators can ensure every child feels seen, supported, and capable of thriving.

Topics:
1. Support for Undiagnosed Children
  • What undiagnosed means in early childhood
  • Signs that a child may need additional support (without labelling)
  • Educator observations and reflections as powerful tools
  • Building strong relationships to support trust and communication

2. The Importance of Early Intervention
  • Why early intervention matters
  • How brain development is impacted by timely support
  • Encouraging families to explore supports gently and respectfully
  • Early intervention even without diagnosis: speech, OT, play therapy

3. Inclusive Practices in Action
  • Embedding inclusive strategies into everyday routines
  • Differentiating experiences while maintaining dignity
  • Using play, visuals, routine, and sensory tools
  • Promoting peer inclusion and reducing stigma

4. Understanding the DSM-5
  • Brief explanation of DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th Edition)
  • Common areas seen in early childhood:
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • ADHD
    • Anxiety
    • Developmental delays
  • Reminder: DSM-5 is a guide for professionals—not educators to diagnose, but to be aware

5. Developmental Areas to Watch
1. Physical
  • Delays in motor skills, coordination, fatigue
  • Supporting with movement breaks, modified activities
 2. Developmental
  • Language delays, social difficulties, late milestones
  • Early supports like play-based learning and visuals
 3. Behavioural/Emotional
  • Crying, withdrawal, big emotions
  • Co-regulation, calm spaces, and clear expectations
 4. Sensory Impairments
  • Sensitivities to light, noise, textures
  • Creating low-stimulation environments
  • Understanding sensory-seeking vs sensory-avoiding behaviours

6. Inclusion Support Program (ISP)
  • What it is and how services can apply
  • Using ISP for educator support, equipment, or professional advice
  • Working collaboratively with Inclusion Professionals

7. EYLF and NQF Connections
  • EYLF Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
  • EYLF Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
  • Quality Area 1, 5, 6 – Responsive programs, relationships, and family partnerships
  • Documenting through strengths-based lenses

8. Understanding the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)
  • Supporting families to navigate the NDIS
  • How educators can contribute to reports or referrals
  • Clarifying that NDIS can help without a full diagnosis (via early childhood early intervention - ECEI)

9. Final Thoughts
  • Undiagnosed does not mean unsupported
  • Every child deserves to be understood, included, and empowered
  • Educators are often the first to notice—and the first to support
  • Keep advocating gently, building trust, and partnering with families
  • You are making a difference just by showing up with curiosity and compassion
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    • STEAM in Early Childhood
    • Developmental Theorists
    • Nature and Sustainability
    • Cultural and Indigenous Practices
    • Language and Numeracy
  • Online Courses
    • Guiding Children's Behaviour
    • The ECE Foundations Series
    • 8 x 10-minute courses
    • 10 x 10-minute courses
    • Children's Learning Experiences
    • Being an Area Manager
    • 1200 Phonic Digital Cards
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    • Assessment and Rating Workbook
    • 5-day in service visit
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    • Meeting and Exceeding the National Quality Framework - 1 day Course
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    • Australian Conferences xo In-Person >
      • October Conference xo >
        • The Whole Child: Enhancing Development through Play and Wellbeing - Sydney
        • The Whole Child: Enhancing Development through Play and Wellbeing - Melbourne
        • The Whole Child: Enhancing Development through Play and Wellbeing - Brisbane
  • Early Childhood Educator Events xo
  • Early Childhood Excellence
    • Early Childhood Educators >
      • Igniting Passionate Educators >
        • Igniting Passionate Educators!
        • ​Ignite, Inspire, Reflect, Connect: A Day of Learning for Passionate ECE Professionals
    • Leading with Impact - Courses >
      • ​Leading with Impact - 2-Day In-person Conference Melbourne
      • Leading with Impact: A Professional Development Course for Centre Managers - 2-Day Course
      • Leading with Impact: A Professional Development Course for Centre Managers - 12-week Sessions
    • Educational Leadership >
      • Nurturing Educational Leadership: Linking Program, Practice, and Quality in Early Childhood Education
  • Early Childhood Retreats xo
    • Nature and Wellbeing >
      • Gold Coast Hinterland
      • Yarra Valley, VIC xo
      • Blue Mountains ,
    • Sunshine Coast - Wine, Wellness, and Relaxation Retreat
    • Bali >
      • Bali Leadership Retreat
      • Bali Educator Fun in the Sun
      • Bali Educational Retreat
    • Tassie Treats - Growing Minds Retreat: Nurturing Educators
    • Queenstown - Igniting Passionate Educators
    • Mexico - Early Childhood Educators’ Retreat: Nurture, Lead and Ignite
    • Phuket, Thailand - Igniting Passionate Early Childhood Educators
    • Airlie Beach - Wine, Wellness, and Winter Warmer Weekend
    • Vietnam - Play, Creativity, and Children's Development Retreat
    • Thailand - Igniting Passionate Educators
    • Denver and New York City
    • Whistler, Canada
    • Italy - Rome, and Tuscany Theorists, and Play
    • Spain
    • Thailand - ​Leadership and Management
    • Fiji xo - Play, Pause, & Reflect: An Educator’s Retreat
  • Contact
  • Terms and conditions
  • Family Support
    • Supporting Your Child with Guidance, Routine, and Structure
    • Development and Learning Course for Families with Children in Early Childhood
  • Health and Wellness
    • Wellness Courses xo >
      • Wednesday Wine & Wellness xo
      • Winter Wellbeing for Early Childhood Educators
      • Mindful Moments: A 2-Hour Journey to Wellbeing
      • Holistic Nature and Wellbeing Course
      • Eradicating Loneliness xo
  • 12 Months of Early Childhood Educator Meetings
  • 12-months of Early Childhood Digital Magazine
  • THRIVE in Nature™
    • THRIVE in Nature™
    • THRIVE in Nature™ - 2 hour course
  • The S.P.A.R.K.L.E. Method™
  • “Foundations of Self: A Psychosocial Wellbeing Framework”
    • “Foundations of Self: A Psychosocial Wellbeing Framework” 1-Day Online Course
    • “Foundations of Self: A Psychosocial Wellbeing Framework” - 2-Hour Course
    • "Foundations of Self: A Psychosocial Wellbeing Framework" 12-Month Workbook