Creative Foundations: Art-based Early Intervention Group

About this event

A gentle, skills-building group for little learners

Creative Foundations is a small, art-based early intervention group designed for children aged 2–5 who benefit from extra support with communication, social connection, regulation, and fine-motor/hand skills. Each session blends playful art-making with therapist-led strategies that children can use at home, kinder, and in the community.

Who it’s for: Children aged 2-5 who are curious, creative, and may need a little extra support with:

• Following routines and instructions
• Turn-taking, sharing and waiting
• Expressing needs/feelings and engaging with peers
• Regulation (big feelings, busy bodies, sensory needs)

We welcome families with or without NDIS. No diagnosis required.

What we do

• Warm-up & co-regulation: simple routines, movement, and sensory set-up
• Art invitations: structured + open-ended activities (painting, collage, clay, mark-making)
• Skill coaching: visual supports, modelling, prompting, positive reinforcement
• Group games: turn-taking, joint attention, social communication
• Parent take-aways: quick tips to try at home each week

Outcomes you can expect

• More confident communication and joining-in
• Improved emotional regulation and transitions
• Growing independence with simple routines
• A positive association with learning and group participation

Group size & facilitators

• 6 to 8 children per group
• Facilitated by a qualified Art Therapist from Kids Play Therapy (AHA support may assist under supervision)

Suitability

Great for children who can participate in a small group with gentle support.
Not suitable for children requiring 1:1 safety support—please contact us for an individual pathway first.

What to bring

• Named water bottle and a small snack (nut-aware venue)
• Clothes that can get a little painty (we provide smocks)
• Comfort item if helpful

Accessibility & inclusion

• Step-free access, accessible toilets
• Visual schedules, first/then boards and noise-reducing headphones available
• Please email us about any sensory, cultural, or communication needs—we’ll adjust our supports