EARLY CHILDHOOD SUPPORT
The early years are vital for building the foundation of lifelong learning and development. For children needing early childhood support, accessing supportive therapy services during this time can be a key factor in fostering growth and independence. Our sessions are thoughtfully designed to nurture your child’s abilities, helping them reach their full potential with confidence through a strength-based approach.
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Research shows that early support and guidance can lead to improved outcomes, supporting not only your child’s development but also family wellbeing and community engagement. By addressing challenges early on, we aim to strengthen your child’s skills, increase their functional independence, and empower them with the tools they need to thrive.
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Our goal is to help every child and family feel supported, connected, and ready for a bright future. At Play Therapy with Dianna.K, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to give your child the best possible start.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION
Age Suitability
Early Childhood Support sessions is most appropriate from ages 3-9.
Location
Outside Playroom
Wondai
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Mobile Service
South Burnett
In Home
Early Childhood Service
Schools
Session Length
Individual
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​Approximately
45-60 minute, depending on the needs of the child.
+ 15 mins case
notes
Participant
Private
NDIS Self & Plan Managed Accepted
No Referral Required
Duration
We recommend booking sessions in blocks of at least 5, as consistency in early intervention is key to making the most progress.
Investment
Contact us for details
Areas of Support
Language and Communication
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Receptive language difficulties - following instruction, understanding concepts, understanding sentence structure, understanding questions, understanding stories and written text
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Expressive language difficulties - sentence structure, grammer, vocabulary
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Pre-language skills (includes: gestures, facial expressions, imitation, joint attention, turn-taking and eye-contact)
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Communication difficulties - communicating needs and wants to others
Fine or Gross Motor
- Pencil skills (scribbling, colouring, drawing, writing)
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Scissors skills (cutting)
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Construction skills using Lego, Duplo, puzzles
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Self care skill development including dressing – tying shoelaces, zips, buttons, belts
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Eating – using cutlery, opening lunch boxes and food bags
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Hygiene – toileting, cleaning teeth, brushing hair
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Assist in the development of coordination of the arms, legs and other large body parts and movements
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Balance, sitting, crawling, running, jumping, catching, throwing a ball, and climbing stairs
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Dressing - standing on one leg to put your leg into a pant leg without falling over
Social and Emotional Resilience
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Expressing needs and feelings, self regulation, taking turns and sharing
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Listening and following instructions
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Sitting and paying attention
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Transitioning between tasks
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Play Skills
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Social Skills
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Behaviour support
Cognitive Development
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Path to Prep scaffolding
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Literacy skills difficulties - sound and letter recognition, pre-writing skills, early reading strategies, reading stories, learning rhymes and songs
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Numeracy skills difficulties - number recognition, counting, shapes, colours, simple Math language (bigger, small, first, second, under, over…)
PRE-KINDY SESSIONS
Age Suitability
Early Childhood Support sessions is most appropriate from ages 3-5
Location
Outside Playroom
Wondai
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Mobile Service
South Burnett
In Home
Early Childhood Service
Schools
Session Length
Individual
​
​Approximately
45-60 minute, depending on the needs of the child.
+ 15 mins case
notes
Participant
Private
NDIS Self & Plan Managed Accepted
No Referral Required
Duration
We recommend booking sessions in blocks of at least 5, as consistency in early intervention is key to making the most progress.
Investment
Contact us for details
Areas of Support
Pre-Literacy
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Sound and letter recognition
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Pre-writing skills
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Early reading strategies
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Reading stories
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Learning rhymes and song
Pre-Numeracy
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Number recognition
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Counting
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Shapes
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Colours
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Simple Math language (bigger, small, first, second, under, over…)
Social and Emotional
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Expressing needs and feelings, self regulation, taking turns and sharing
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Listening and following instructions
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Sitting and paying attention
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Transitioning between tasks
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Play Skills
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Social Skills
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Behaviour support
Physical
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Fine Motor
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Pencil skills (scribbling, colouring, drawing, writing)
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Scissors skills (cutting)
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Construction skills using Lego, Duplo, puzzles
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Strengthening (playdough, clay)​
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Gross Motor​
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Obstacle Course​
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Vertical Experiences such as painting
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Heavy work (wheelbarrows, ropes, trollies
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PATH TO PREP SESSIONS
Age Suitability
Early Childhood Support sessions is most appropriate from ages 4-6
Location
Outside Playroom
Wondai
​
Mobile Service
South Burnett
In Home
Early Childhood Service
Schools
Session Length
Individual
​
​Approximately
45-60 minute, depending on the needs of the child.
+ 15 mins case
notes
Participant
Private
NDIS Self & Plan Managed Accepted
No Referral Required
Duration
We recommend booking sessions in blocks of at least 5, as consistency in early intervention is key to making the most progress.
Investment
Contact us for details
Areas of Support
Fine and Gross Motor Skills
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Engagement and Concentration
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Social and Emotional Skills
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Language Skills
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Life Skills and Independence
Play provides children with the opportunity to explore and express their emotions, develop strategies to manage their feelings, and enhance their problem-solving abilities, all within a secure, child-focused setting.