Prelude Australia

Prelude Australia At Prelude Australia, we're here to support a positive future for all children.

Our mission is to:

⭐ Support children from birth to twelve, with developmental delay and disability to grow their independence and participate in everyday life

⭐ Partner with families and communities to build their capacity and confidence in supporting children

⭐ Promote access and inclusion for children to develop meaningful connections in their communities

❤️ We Remember and Give Thanks ❤️Today, on Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the bravery, courage, and sacrifice of al...
11/11/2025

❤️ We Remember and Give Thanks ❤️
Today, on Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the bravery, courage, and sacrifice of all who have served and continue to serve our country.
At Prelude Australia, we carry forward their legacy through care, respect, and connection — values that guide how we support children and families every day.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to for their ongoing support in funding therapists and teachers in our playgroups. Your generosity helps us make a real difference in our community.
Lest we forget.

👋 Meet Maree 👋Our new Speech Pathologist has availability to start working with you and your child. Once you’re connec...
05/11/2025

👋 Meet Maree 👋

Our new Speech Pathologist has availability to start working with you and your child.

Once you’re connected with one of us, you’re essentially connected to the whole team. We easily consult across disciplines to ensure you receive comprehensive support tailored to your needs. Prelude Australia has been providing early childhood and therapy supports in the community for more than 40 years and we look forward to working alongside your family.

Maree has capacity and is ready to begin supporting your family.

Please reach out by calling our admin team or by completing our online referral form.
https://preludeaustralia.org.au/contact-us/

🌟 Calling all Occupational Therapists! 🌟 Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and families? Prel...
02/11/2025

🌟 Calling all Occupational Therapists! 🌟

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and families?
Prelude Australia is hiring in Newcastle.
We are offering a hybrid role with flexibility, purpose, and incredible perks.

📍 Role: Occupational Therapist (Part-Time or Full-Time)
Location: Kurri Kurri
💰 $42.79–$55.66/hr (depending on experience)
🏡 Hybrid work + 2 weeks paid Christmas leave
🎓 PD budget, mentoring, clinical supervision

Join a transdisciplinary team that values respect, collaboration, and creating opportunities. Help children thrive through evidence-based early intervention and grow your own career in the process.

👉 Apply now: seek.com.au/job/88052536

Today, we celebrate the heroes shaping our future, our incredible teachers! 🌟 Their passion, dedication, and hard work i...
30/10/2025

Today, we celebrate the heroes shaping our future, our incredible teachers! 🌟

Their passion, dedication, and hard work inspire the minds of tomorrow. Happy World Teachers’ Day!

On this World Teachers’ Day, Prelude celebrate our passionate and dedicated teachers who go above and beyond when working with families and children. Your unwavering commitment inspires growth and success each day, thank you for all that you do!



Please be advised our Singleton playgroup has been cancelled for the day. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday ...
27/10/2025

Please be advised our Singleton playgroup has been cancelled for the day. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday 4th November.

✨ Occupational Therapy Week– October 27- November 2nd ✨This year’s theme is Occupational Therapy in Action — and at Prel...
27/10/2025

✨ Occupational Therapy Week– October 27- November 2nd ✨

This year’s theme is Occupational Therapy in Action — and at Prelude Australia, our OTs live this every single day.

Our occupational therapists support children to build the skills they need to participate in daily life with confidence and joy.
Here’s a small snip of what an OT in action at Prelude can look like:

🖍 Helping children develop fine motor skills for drawing, writing, or self-care.

🤸 Supporting sensory regulation so children can play, learn, and feel calm in their environments.

🎲 Encouraging social and play skills that help kids connect and thrive with peers.

👟 Building independence with everyday routines like dressing, eating, or packing a school bag.

🏫 Working with families, educators, and communities to make environments more inclusive and supportive.

Today we celebrate the incredible impact of occupational therapy and the dedication of our team who empower children to do the things that matter most to them. 💛

If you are an Occupational Therapist looking for a workplace that makes meaningful differences in families lives head to our website and view our career opportunities https://preludeaustralia.org.au/careers/occupational-therapist/

🌟The Playgroup Collective Launch at NSW Parliament House 🌟This time last week our Service Manager, Sheridan Morton, was ...
23/10/2025

🌟The Playgroup Collective Launch at NSW Parliament House 🌟
This time last week our Service Manager, Sheridan Morton, was lucky enough to attend official launch of The Playgroup Collective at NSW Parliament House, hosted by Playgroup NSW
It was wonderful to connect with Emily Caska (CEO, Playgroup NSW) and Jennifer Kemp (Executive Lead Impact, Playgroup NSW) as well as some wonderful Playgroup Volunteers and Partners from across the state.
Check out the post below to learn more.
And if you would like to learn more about our 5 free and inclusive playgroups (Proudly funded by Playgroup NSW) click on the link below https://preludeaustralia.org.au/our-services/prelude-playgroups/

👐✨ Happy Key Word Sign Day! ✨👐Today we celebrate the power of Key Word Sign—a simple yet life-changing tool that combine...
09/10/2025

👐✨ Happy Key Word Sign Day! ✨👐

Today we celebrate the power of Key Word Sign—a simple yet life-changing tool that combines spoken words with hand signs to support understanding and communication.

At Prelude Australia, we see every day how Key Word Sign helps children:

💛Build understanding of language

💛 Build confidence in expressing themselves

💛 Connect with family, friends, and community

💛 Reduce frustration by offering another way to communicate

💛 Strengthen language development alongside speech

We’re proud advocates of Key Word Sign and love celebrating the many ways it creates opportunities for children of all abilities to be heard, understood and to connect with the world around them.

Prelude Australia will be closed on Monday 6th October for the long weekend.
03/10/2025

Prelude Australia will be closed on Monday 6th October for the long weekend.

🧩✨ October is ADHD Awareness Month ✨🧩This month, we shine a light on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)—a c...
01/10/2025

🧩✨ October is ADHD Awareness Month ✨🧩

This month, we shine a light on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)—a condition that affects focus, self-regulation, and behaviour, but also brings creativity, energy, and unique strengths.

Research shows that by the age of 10, children with ADHD may have heard 20,000 more negative comments than their peers—words that can affect confidence and wellbeing. At Prelude Australia, we focus on encouragement, understanding, and celebrating each child’s strengths.

With the right strategies, positive environments, and early support, children with ADHD can thrive at home, school, and in the community.

This ADHD Awareness Month, let’s replace stigma with understanding and criticism with encouragement.

We spoke with Prelude clients and their families to hear what they want people to know about life with ADHD.

Together, we celebrate the potential and amazing abilities of every child. 💛

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131 Northcote Street
Kurri Kurri, NSW
2327

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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