Support for children with autism
Play-based early intervention for children aged between 1 to 9 years who have been diagnosed with autism, or who are displaying early signs of autism.
Our approach
KU’s Early Childhood Intervention team offers specialised play-based early childhood intervention that is specifically designed to support the individual needs of children with autism or who may be displaying early signs of autism, aged between 1 and 9 years of age.
KU therapists draw on key evidence-based best practice frameworks and current research to deliver developmentally appropriate play-based learning experiences to support children to develop social communication skills, play skills, relationships and language skills. They have a strong understanding of child development and the principles and practices of ESDM.
How we support families
When accessing KU’s autism therapies and supports, families are supported to:
- understand their child’s individual developmental needs
- identify goals and priorities to support their child to reach their full potential
- increase their confidence and capacity to implement early intervention strategies into everyday routines and activities to support their child
- access early childhood intervention supports under the NDIS Early Childhood Approach (as required)
- help make connections with other local support services, as/if required
- create partnerships with early childhood professionals to form a team of support around their child
Accessing support options
We recognise the importance of providing children with support where they need it most. Support can be provided from:
- KU’s child friendly clinics located on the grounds of several KU venues in NSW and Victoria;
- within the early childhood education and care; service or school your child attends;
- at your home; or
- at an agreed location within the local community.
KU is a registered provider of services under the National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) offering both NDIS-funded and fee-for-service options. A referral is not required.
Locations
New South Wales
Cobbitty
On the grounds of KU Cobbitty Preschool
Address: 296 Cobbitty Rd, Cobbitty NSW 2570
Days: Wednesday, Thursday
Phone: 02 4620 0091
Liverpool
On the grounds of KU Liverpool Preschool
Address: 90 Memorial Ave, Liverpool NSW 2170
Days: Monday to Friday
Phone: 02 9602 8028 and choose option 2
Macarthur – Camden area
KU Starting Points Macarthur (on shared grounds with KU Briar Cottage Preschool)
Address: 14 Waterhouse Rd, Airds NSW 2560
Days: Thursday to Friday
Phone: 02 4620 0091
Penrith
KU Penrith Regional Office
Address: 69 Derby St, Penrith NSW 2750
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Phone: 0428 380 031
Wagga Wagga
On the grounds of KU Ashmont Child and Family Centre
Address: 2 Moxham St, Ashmont NSW 2650
Days: Monday, Friday
Phone: 0411 317 419
Victoria
Wyndham City Council area
On the grounds of KU Birnbial Kindergarten
Address: Birnbial Family Centre, 84 Holyoake Pde, Manor Lakes VIC 3024
Days: Wednesday to Friday
Phone: 0411 317 419
On the grounds of KU Maidstone Children’s Centre
Address: 7-9 Hampstead Rd Maidstone VIC 3012
Days: Wednesday to Friday
Phone: 0411 317 419
