When we talk about social participation of children with disability and delay from birth to 14 years, there’s understandably a lot of focus on inclusion at school and other education …
Although parents can feel pressure to take on many therapeutic interventions when raising a child with a disability or developmental delay, these services are just a part of a bigger …
Developmental parenting for positive learning outcomes Read More
Lockdown in NSW is almost over! With the unpredictable developments of the pandemic, some parents of children attending our preschool have preferred to let them stay at home. Although a …
Keeping connected with Plumtree Preschool during COVID Read More
Some parents of children with a disability or developmental delay may stand back and let service providers do the work. That’s understandable because therapists and other professionals are important—but they …
Dr Tim Moore has a message for families of children with disabilities: early childhood intervention is more than therapy. After receiving a diagnosis, the parents’ first thought is often for …
Not having a vision for your child is like going for a drive without a destination. By identifying her daughter Bridget’s strengths and self-managing NDIS planning, Kate McNamara set a …
Libraries as Community Connectors, Plumtree’s collaboration with libraries to enhance programs and access for families of children with disability, has expanded from Greater Sydney to New South Wales. Online training …
Our longstanding and valued team member Nina Kyte, Occupational Therapist and Early Childhood Educator retired from Plumtree after 11.5 years of employment. She will be dearly missed by all Plumtree …
Going for a walk outside is a great way to break up the day for children. It helps their cognitive and language development as there is lots to see, do …
Supporting children’s language development when going for a walk Read More
Online therapy, a part of Telepractice or Telehealth, is the new normal for children with a disability or developmental delay and their families. Many may be wondering if it is …
Children love reading books. It’s also a great way to develop children’s language skills. What’s more, using an AAC system (Augmentative and Alternative communication) while you read, is a great …
Starting a child at school is an exciting time for parents. Many also feel anxious about the change, but remember: you have been learning and building skills with your child, …
Christmas is around the corner, which means a lot of boxes from online gift shopping and receiving presents. Don’t throw them away! You can use boxes for all kinds of …
As children grow and their handwriting develops, occupational therapists begin to support these skills differently. Here are some of our top tips: Correcting bad writing habits take lower priority You …
