Early Intervention Support for Northern Beaches Children
One-to-one help from qualified teachers to support your child where it matters most
If your child is finding it hard to join in, follow routines, or connect with others at preschool or school, you’re not alone. Many families worry about how to help their child take the skills they’re learning in therapy and use them in real life.
That’s where Kids First’s mobile Early Intervention Team can make a real difference.
Known as Early Intervention Specialists, these university qualified Early Childhood Teachers work in your child’s setting – preschool, day care, early years classroom or after school care – to provide targeted, one-to-one support.
What does an Early Intervention Specialist do?
Our Early Intervention Specialist teachers are part of Kids First’s experienced multi-disciplinary team. They work closely with our child psychologists, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists to ‘bridge the gaps’ that sometimes form between home, therapy, preschool and school.
Our Early Intervention Specialists support children aged 2 – 9 who need help to:
- Communicate with their teachers and peers
- Join in during group time and play
- Cope with transitions between activities
- Use visuals, gestures or simple phrases to express their wants and needs
- Build independence with everyday tasks like toileting, feeding and dressing
- Learn social interaction skills so that they can make and keep friends
- Practise calm-down strategies when things feel overwhelming
Early Intervention Specialists don’t duplicate therapy – instead, they help children use the strategies they’ve learned in therapy in everyday situations, making progress more meaningful and lasting.
Working with the people who matter most
Our Early Intervention Specialists work closely with your child’s whole team – you, their educators, and their therapists – to ensure everyone is on the same page.
They:
- Coach educators to understand and respond to your child’s unique needs
- Share consistent strategies that support your child across the day
- Keep you informed with simple, practical ideas you can use at home
- Align with NDIS therapy goals so your child’s progress is supported in every setting
They’re the connection between the therapy room and the classroom – helping your child build confidence, meaningful relationships, and independence where it matters most.
Core Services
Personalised Planning and Guidance
Offering tailored advice and support for parents navigating their child’s developmental journey.
Behaviour and Social Development
Educational Support
Family Collaboration
Community Integration
Professional Development for Educators
Who can benefit from Early Intervention Support?
Our Early Intervention Teachers support children aged 2 – 9 who need extra help to participate, communicate, and learn in preschool, school, after school care or home settings.
You can access this service if:
- Your child has an NDIS plan and needs support to meet their early childhood goals
- You’re waiting for a diagnosis or therapy to begin, and want your child to be supported in the meantime
- You’re not eligible for the NDIS, but know your child needs more help to manage daily routines
- Your child’s preschool or school is struggling to meet their individual needs
- Your family wants practical, one-to-one support that complements existing therapy
No referral is needed. If your child needs support at preschool or school to build confidence, manage emotions, or connect with others – Kids First is here to help.
Let’s talk about how we can help your child feel more settled, connected and supported at preschool or school.
Call us now on (02) 9938 5419 or use the calendar below to book a time to chat with a member of our friendly team!
Expert Guidance
Personalised Approach
Collaborative Care
See What Our Amazing Community has to Say…
The communication and goal setting + work one on one has been very good-excellent… Responding to concerns/questions has been extremely good. I can gather that a good rapport has been established and can see plenty of growth and development with my child 🙂 Huge Thanks!
As a local Early Learning Centre teaching children aged 6mths to 6 years we have built a great relationship with Sonja, Kirsty, Tiia and the whole team at Kids First. I cannot speak highly enough of the whole Kids First team, they are extremely professional and build amazing relationships with each child, supporting their individual needs and ensuring each child they work with is supported to meet their individual goals. Sonja has been incredibly supportive of the Ballykin team, providing us with advice, consultation and engaging Parent Workshops, showing the importance Kids First place on relationships with children and supporting families
I’m super happy and thankful for the amazing support that our Kids First therapist always gives us. We see all of her work and dedication with every little ‘BIG’ achievement Tommy makes. I also have had great feedback from Tommy’s carer at Roundhouse about Tiia and her dedicated work. For me, Kids First has always been a transparent provider with the best therapists. Early Intervention specialist Tiia is no different and she is certainly a great team member.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I call Kids First?
In our experience, a parent’s ‘gut instinct’ is very rarely wrong. If you are concerned about any aspect of your child’s learning at school or pre-school, or if your child has language, behaviour, or motor coordination problems, give us a call now.
If nothing else, the advice you receive might give you peace of mind
Do I need a doctor’s referral before I bring my child to Kids First?
No. A doctor’s referral is not necessary for any Kids First health service. However, if you’d like to explore Medicare support options, please talk to your family doctor to find out if your child meets the criteria for a Medicare plan.
What qualifications do Kids First’s clinicians have?
Every member of Kids First’s team is a university-educated professional with years of practical experience in clinics, community health, private practice, preschools, and schools.
Kids First’s professionals are members of nationally recognised professional associations such as:
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Speech Pathology Australia
- The Australian Psychological Society
- OT Australia
- Australian Counselling Association
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Visit our Meet The Team page for more information.
Can I use my health fund at Kids First?
Can I get a Medicare rebate for Kids First health services?
Yes, many of our families claim rebates from Medicare for speech pathology, occupational therapy, and child psychology services at Kids First.
There are several types of plans for which your child might be eligible, including:
- Better Access to Mental Health Care Plan
- Chronic Disease Management Plan
- Team Care Arrangement
- GP Management Plan
- Helping Children with Autism Plan
The only person who can set up a Medicare Plan for your child is your GP or paediatrician.
Your doctor needs to register your child’s plan with Medicare before you can claim a rebate for an appointment with us, so please chat with your doctor about your child’s needs.
