A 10-week hybrid early intervention program
Supporting primary school aged children with complex behaviours related to disability and trauma. It is designed to strengthen engagement, participation, and wellbeing for children whose needs may fall outside the capacity of mainstream schooling.
The program complements your school’s existing supports by combining curriculum-based learning, therapeutic support, and life skills development through both on-site and off-site sessions.
Program Goals
- Strengthen engagement in learning
- Address behaviours impacting participation
- Foster emotional regulation and confidence
- Support family capacity and inclusion
- Promote long-term wellbeing and school connection
Delivery Model
- On-site: one-to-one or smallgroup support in a lowstimulus learning space at school
- Off-site: therapeutic and capacity-building sessions in community or home-based settings
Our approach
- Disability- and traumainformed and developmentally responsive
- Inclusive and culturally respectful
- Collaborative with educators, families, and allied professionals
Program Components
Collaborative development of the child’s Foundations Plan, created with input from the child and their family to ensure goals are meaningful and individualised.
Curriculum-aligned learning tailored to each child’s Individual Learning Plan (ILP), supporting engagement and progress in core learning areas.
Life skills development focused on building resilience, emotional regulation, social connection, and problem-solving abilities.
Therapeutic and behavioural supports guided by disability- and traumainformed frameworks to promote safety, stability, and growth.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
- Family Engagement and Support Educators
- Accredited Social Workers
- Play Therapists and Developmental Educators
By partnering with Little Petal, schools gain:
A trusted, qualified team supporting children’s engagement and emotional growth
Access to a dedicated off-site therapeutic learning space
Reduced pressure on school staff through shared planning and coordination
Regular supervision, reporting, and reflective review to ensure quality outcomes