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VIC Social Groups
Early Intervention Support Services
Week One:
Week one
Tuesday, April 2nd: Bounce, Heidelberg
Get ready to BOUNCE! Join us in the trampoline arena and explore a whole world of indoor fun activities.
The team leaders will guide and support your child throughout the day and facilitate activities that help reach their potential.
​Key Focus:
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Building resilience
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Promoting self-confidence
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Fostering emotional regulation
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Supporting cognitive development
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Encouraging social interactions
Important Information:
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Lunch provided
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Transport provided
Wednesday, April 3rd: Railways & Nature, Diamond Valley Railway
Join us for an enriching day trip to Diamond Valley Railway where children will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of social skills through the excitement of trains and play in the Parklands. This outing is designed to foster important skills such as empathy, cooperation, and communication in a real-world setting. By navigating the railway, choosing activities together, and sharing the joy of train rides, children will learn to appreciate different perspectives, manage emotions, and solve problems collaboratively. Through these interactions, we aim to enhance their ability to initiate social connections, express themselves clearly, and work together in a supportive and inclusive environment. This day promises not only a fun and educational experience but also a step forward in building valuable life skills in a memorable setting.
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Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Thursday, April 4th: Slam Dunks, Reservior
Join us for an action-packed day of basketball themed activities! Children will develop their gross motor skills in a fun and engaging environment through learning learn basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting.
​Key Focus:
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Working in a team, developing respect for one another and sharing responsibilities
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Initiating and participating in social interactions and turn-taking with peers
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Problem-Solving and decision-making
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Motor Coordination and Planning
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Hand-eye coordination
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Balance
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Upper limb strength
Important Information:
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Please remember to wear activewear and running shoes suitable for indoor/outdoor courts
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Friday, April 5th: Legoland & Movies (Kung Fu Panda), Chadstone Shopping Centre
Learn, play and grow together at Legoland in a supportive and stimulating environment. Followed by sitting back and relaxing with popcorn while you enjoy a movie with your friends. Our leading therapist will explain the focus skills and coach your child to practice these skills during activities. Each concept will be taught in an assistive environment to build your child’s social understanding.
​Key Focus:
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Social Skills Development: Children learn important social skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving while interacting with their peers in a fun and relaxed setting.
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Creativity and Imagination: The hands-on nature of LEGO play encourages children to think creatively and use their imagination to design and build unique creations.
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Confidence Building: As children successfully complete challenges and share their creations with others, they gain confidence in their abilities and develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments.
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Friendship and Peer Support: The social group fosters friendships and provides opportunities for children to form meaningful connections with peers who share similar interests.
Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Week Two:
Week Two
Monday, April 8th: Superpark & Movies (Richard the Stork), Highpoint Shopping Centre
Join our outing to SuperPark, a sports star game arena, followed by a movie. This event is designed to develop social skills in an engaging setting. Participants will work on teamwork, communication, and problem-solving as they enjoy the trampoline areas and Ninja Warrior and car racing track challenges. The day aims to help children practice empathy, adaptability, and emotional regulation in a fun context. Ending the day with a movie provides a relaxed setting for kids to share their experiences and build on the connections made earlier. This combination of active play and shared viewing is a great way for children to improve their social skills while enjoying themselves.
Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Tuesday, April 9th: Bluey's Adventures, Hoppers Crossing
Bluey's Adventures is designed for children who love Bluey and all things fun! Collaborating is an important skill that children need for positive participation, and this group will support children in working together to find Bluey and her friends!
​Key Focus:
• Following group instructions
• Active listening skills
• Staying with the group
• Sharing and taking turns with peers
• Asking for help from peers and adults
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Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Wednesday, April 10th: Food Fighters, Braybrook
Children will put on their cooking hats to whip up some tasty treats for our big outdoor picnic. Children will be supported in working collaboratively with their peers and apply their skills independently. Cooking and eating are important daily life skills. We will be eating the food that we prepare together, however, children are more than welcome to bring food that suits their preferences too. Please let us know of any dietary requirements and/or food and sensory sensitivities when you register for this program.
​Key Focus:
• Working collaboratively with peers and adults.
• Problem-solving.
• Understanding one's own preferences.
• Negotiating and making compromises.
• Sharing and turn-taking.
• Executive Functioning - planning and organising.
• Fair decision-making.
• Emotional regulation skills and implementing strategies to assist with regulation.
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Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Thursday, April 11th: Luna Park, St Kilda
Come join us for an unforgettable day at Luna Park. With rides and activities for all ages to enjoy!
​Key Focus:
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Social interactions: peers will engage and develop appropriate skills in building their ability to form friendships and navigate through social situations.​
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Emotional and self-regulation.
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Pragmatic skills: compromise, turn-taking, and decision-making skills.
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Enjoyment and participation!
Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Friday, April 12th: Melbourne Zoo, Parkville
Explore and learn about the different animals at the zoo including the survival of endangered species. Listen to the zookeepers talk about the animals they care for and the Zoo’s important conservation work. Children will practice key listening, language and pragmatic skills to support their social interactions through this immersive day.
​Key Focus:
• Social skills and building your child's confidence in group activities.
• Active listening skills and following the group plan.
• Increasing receptive language and understanding through visuals and short instructions.
• Supportive environment to facilitate expressive language and communication.
• Making friends and having fun!
Important Information:
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Bring a packed lunch
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Transport provided
Bookings
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