My Song

03/11/2025

Minecraft is a popular sandbox game where players can build, explore, and create their own virtual worlds. But when a young autistic boy named Cameron started playing, his dad, Stuart Duncan, noticed that many autistic kids were facing unkind behavior and negativity on public servers. Parents began looking for a safe and inclusive gaming space for their children.

In 2013, Stuart launched a private Minecraft server called Autcraft, designed especially for autistic players. Only approved members can join, and everyone is treated with kindness, respect, and support. Within two days, over 750 players signed up — today, more than 17,000 gamers have played on Autcraft.

The server strengthened Stuart’s bond with his son and became a symbol of inclusive gaming, online safety, and autism awareness. Autcraft has been featured in Mojang’s The World of Minecraft and Time Magazine.

11/10/2025

October is Sensory Processing Awareness Month.

14/09/2025

Term 4 Bookings now open! For neurodivergent kids and kids with disabilities, speaking or non-speaking, ages 4-13. New families are welcome to book a free trial. Enrolments CLOSE SEPT 28TH💥 Contact Jackie for bookings/queries jackiebornstein@hotmail.com
• Group class enrolments are now open for Term 4, running fortnightly in Balwyn 2.30-3.30pm starting October 11th
- All neurodivergent expression is welcomed
- Jackie has worked with neurodivergent and disabled children for over 9 years and is skilled at adapting her classes to suit the mixed ages and needs of the children who attend
- The first aim of the class is for kids to feel safe, welcomed and able to express themselves
- Children can join in at their own pace (jump straight in, or watch if they prefer, or take time out when needed in the other rooms of the centre or in the park at the front of the centre)
- Musical activities use a range of engaging sensory items including ribbons, projector lights, stretchy bands, musical instruments, parachute, recorded music etc.
- Visual aids are used to help children with initiating ideas and making choices in the class
- Musical activities are adapted to the sensory needs of the children in the group or individial lessons e.g. volume can be lowered, sensory input decreased/increased, natural lighting only etc.
- Parents/support people are encouraged to model activities to children without any demand on child involvement unless initiated by the child
- As children feel safe and become familiar with the class space and routines, they tend to naturally join in more and enjoy engaging in the musical activities🎶🕺💃🎶

05/09/2025

MySong Music Classes is inviting new, current, and past families to their free school holiday afternoon of musical activities and park fun!
There is no cost, but bookings are essential due to limited numbers. For Neurodivergent kids ages 5-13. Join us for some musical activities in our usual music room, get to see what we are all about, meet other kids and families and, bring a snack to enjoy in the park out the front of the centre! September 20th 2.30pm in Balwyn. Contact Jackie for further deets and bookings: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com

19/08/2025

Term 4 enrolments will open soon so book in a FREE TRIAL CLASS this term! Next class is August 23rd, 2.30pm in Balwyn. Contact Jackie jackiebornstein@hotmail.com #

09/08/2025

At the end of each music class we take song requests for open musical play where parents and kids can explore the percussion instruments & enjoy experimenting & improvising sounds & movements. Here is this weeks student music request. I hope we still have lots of energy by then😀🎶🕺💃

Contact: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com

23/07/2025

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10/07/2025

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Virgin Australia and Adelaide Airport have launched an Australian-first accessibility program. ✈️

The 'Try Before You Buy' program is the first of its kind in Australia, offering a fully simulated travel experience.

Participants can book, check-in, board and sit on an aircraft - without the plane ever leaving the gate.

The initiative is designed to reduce anxiety and build confidence for individuals who may find flying challenging, including those with disabilities or sensory sensitivities.

Read more at 💻 https://ow.ly/LiSU50WkOkY

📷 Image: Virgin Australia

06/07/2025

There's still time to book a free trial class for Term 3 starting July 26th! Classes run fortnightly in Balwyn 2.30-3.30pm. Get in touch for further info or to book in a trial: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com

27/06/2025

If I’m supposed to be listening and my body is still- I’m not listening.
I’m asleep.

If you have a kid who can’t seem to stay in a seat, stop asking them to stay in a seat. They likely don’t learn that way.

You’re better off making space for different learning styles, and encouraging each kid to explore what works for them.

Yes?

Em 🌈

22/06/2025

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