Why we created School & Life
How did our new School and Life program begin and what was our goal? Find out from Plumtree CEO Sylvana Mahmic.
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School readiness
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Supporting good transitions for your child
Plumtree peer worker Melo attended the NDIS Review early childhood workshop to share his thoughts on improving the scheme for families.
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How Plumtree works in educational settings
We work together with you and the school, or early childhood setting, so your child participates in all the routines.
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Getting ready for school over the summer holidays
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, …
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Handwriting tips for older students
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 …
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Supporting home learning for lower-primary-school children during COVID-19 restrictions
Raising children is a huge responsibility and during the COVID 19 restrictions, parents are juggling even more roles. Many are also managing work and additional caring — including helping their …
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Starting School: Useful Skills to Work Towards for Your Child
Transitioning to school is a huge chapter for every family and the to-do list can seem never-ending, much more than choosing a backpack and ordering some name tag labels! For …
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7 Common Questions in Preparation for School Enrolment
Starting school is an important milestone for every child and family but when your child has a disability or developmental delay, be prepared by planning one to two years ahead …
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Last Minute Checklist for Getting Ready for School
It’s never too late. Here are some last minute things you may want to check off the list for you and your child to prepare for this schooling year: 1. …
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