Learning Through Play

Evidence-Based Early Intervention Group Program

Learning Through Play is a 10-week early intervention group program designed for autistic children with low to moderate support needs and children with developmental delay or differences. Designed and led by a Speech Pathologist and Early Intervention Teacher, this program supports children’s development through meaningful, play-based experiences.

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Term 3 Information

Dates: Every Thursday of school term
Time: 10:45 AM -12:15 PM (1.5 hours)
Location: Holy Spirit Algester Hall - 362 Algester Road, Algester QLD 4115

This program is available for NDIS participants (self or plan-managed) 

This program focuses on:

  • Social communication and interaction

  • Emotional regulation and self-advocacy

  • Early literacy and numeracy

  • Problem-solving and thinking skills

  • Confidence and participation in group settings


Learning Through Play combines:

  • Evidence-based approaches used in early childhood intervention therapy

  • Clinical expertise with early childhood education and development expertise

  • Play, connection, and enjoyment

  • Respect for each child’s unique development

All delivered in a warm, supportive group environment.

Why Play-Based Learning?

Research shows that young children learn best through play, especially when play is:

  • Engaging and motivating

  • Following children’s interests

  • Embedded in real interactions with others

Play helps children practice real-life skills in ways that feel safe, meaningful, and transferable to real life, into everyday life at home, preschool, and school.

Skill Development areas

Supporting Communication in Every Way

Spoken language, gestures and signs, visual supports, AAC 

Expanding vocabulary and sentence use

Learning to request, comment, and interact

Taking turns and joining in conversation

Initiating and responding to others

Building Emotional Regulation

Recognise and understand emotions

Notice body signals

Ask for help or breaks

Use calming strategies

Adults provide co-regulation first before independence

Emphasis on feeling safe, understood, and supported

Growing Strong Foundations for Learning

Engage with books, stories, and songs

Build early vocabulary and understanding

Recognise sounds, patterns, and symbols

Explore counting, sorting, and matching

Learning is embedded in play-based, meaningful activities

Focus on readiness skills, not pressure or performance

Developing Thinking &
Problem-Solving Skills

Explore cause and effect through play

Try new strategies and flexible thinking

Persist with challenges using adult support

Ask questions and make choices

Encouragement of curiosity and independent thinking

Support to manage frustration and keep trying

Building Confidence in
Group and Social Settings

Participate in group routines

Practise turn-taking and sharing

Learn alongside and from peers

Build confidence in social situations

Gradual support for transitions and group participation

Focus on success, not pressure

Why a Group Program?

Group settings provide natural opportunities to:

  • Practice turn-taking and sharing

  • Learn from and with peers

  • Build confidence in social situations

  • Generalise skills to real-world environments

Peer interaction is a key evidence-based strategy for supporting social and communication development.


What Makes This Program Neuroaffirming?

  • Differences are respected, not “corrected”

  • Children are supported to understand and advocate for their needs

  • Strengths and interests are used as the foundation for learning

  • Success = participation, confidence, and growth - not compliance

How Does This Help My Child Long-Term?

Research shows that early, evidence-based, play-based intervention can support:

  • Stronger communication skills

  • Improved emotional regulation

  • Increased confidence and independence

  • Better readiness for preschool and school environments

Why Families Love This Program

  • Designed and led by a Speech Pathologist & Early Intervention Teacher

  • Evidence-based and play-based approach

  • Small groups for individualised support

  • Warm, supportive environment

  • Languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese

  • Play, connection, and enjoyment

  • Family capacity building with individualised strategies and goals 

Limited Spots Available.
Waitlist Now Open For Term 3! 

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If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please email us at hello@learnspace.com.au