Early Childhood Thearpy & Support
Early intervention for children aged under 9 years, with a developmental concern or disability. Our therapists will work with you, and the people around your child, to support your child across their day-to-day life.
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What “Early Childhood Foundations” Means
It’s an approach where professionals don’t just work with your child, they work with the whole family to help everyone understand and support the child’s development.
Early Childhood Foundations can support you to:
Build new skills: Helping your child learn things like communication, social skills, emotional regulation, independence, and other developmental abilities.
Understand your child better: Helping parents and caregivers learn what their child needs, how they communicate, and what helps them thrive.
Use practical strategies in daily life: Instead of only doing therapy in a clinic, families learn tools they can use during everyday routines such mealtimes, play, getting dressed, school transitions, etc.
Strengthen relationships: Supporting stronger bonds between the child and their family, because connection is a huge part of development.
Who is it for?
- Children under 9 years old, especially those who may need extra support with development, behaviour, communication, or learning. Early Childhood Foundations aligns with NDIS Early Childhood Supports, and can be funding through the “Improve Daily Living” category
- We use a range of therapy approaches to help you to achieve your goals. This might include the therapist working with your child, along with coaching and capacity building for caregiver and educators. Services can be provided in our therapy centres, at homes, early learning centres, schools, or anywhere else that is relevant to your goals.
- You will have access to the whole therapy team, through your Lead therapist. They will assist you with setting goals, working out your therapy plan and ensuring you are connected with other team members as needed. Early Childhood Foundations uses the principles of the Best Practice in Early Intervention Framework (PRECI 2025), along with a range of evidence-based therapy models, which are selected based on your goals and your child’s needs.
Some of the therapy approaches we may use include
- Parental coaching and capacity building
- Hanen (Hanen Programs for Early Childhood Communication | Early Start Australia)
- DIR floor-time (DIR/Floortime Therapy for Autism | Early Start Australia)
- Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) (ESDM Therapy | Early Start Denver Model | Autism Early Intervention | Professional Support)
- PROMPT / Nuffield PROMPT Speech Therapy for Children | Boost Communication Skills | Early Start Australia
- Mealtimes support (NDIS Mealtime Support & Feeding Therapy for Children | Early Start Australia
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC Therapy & Alternative Communication for Children | Early Start Australia)
- Prescription and training for Assistive Technology (Assistive Technology & Mobility Aids | Early Start Australia)
- Circle of Security Parenting
- Inklings Program (Inklings program – Early Start Australia)
- Early Childhood Foundations group programs
Clinic contact details
G058, Ellenbrook Central, 11 Main Street
Ellenbrook WA 6069
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Opening hours
Monday : 9am - 5pm
Tuesday : 9am - 5pm
Wednesday : 9am - 5pm
Thursday : 9am - 5pm
Friday : 9am - 5pm
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We have clinics in every state and territory providing assessments, early childhood intervention therapies, and support to help you thrive.
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Holistic care and treatment plans
Our multi-disciplinary team works together with you to understand your child’s needs. From there, we’ll develop a plan with evidence-based strategies. Work with us to achieve your goals and enjoy a better quality of life.
Australia-wide reach
With clinics in every state and territory, and an experienced team of therapists. Find help when you need it, where you need it.
Registered NDIS provider
We are a registered NDIS provider and are here to help you on your NDIS journey. We provide quality and safe services, follow NDIS requirements, and support your needs and goals.
Early intervention at all stages
Early intervention is not just for young children. We offer therapies that cater to all ages, needs and abilities, and we know the sooner you start your therapy journey, the better your outcomes. With us, you can learn new skills and enjoy more freedom and control in your life.