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Neurominded

Tailored training and consultancy for organisations supporting neurodivergent children and young people in education, care or community-based settings.

31/03/2026

This series is a little different…
It’s created by neurodivergent individuals who live and experience this every day. 💪

🧠 Just in time for World Autism Month… we’re proud to be launching a brand-new miniseries with Neurominded: “Supporting Neurodivergent Educators & Colleagues”.

There are still many misconceptions about neurodivergent educators, especially in our fast-paced, sensory-rich environments early childhood settings. We’ll be sharing real perspectives and practical strategies from 2 neurodivergent individuals.

Whether you’re neurodivergent yourself or working alongside someone who is - this series is here to support you.

💬 If you’re neurodivergent, we hope you discover something that supports you or even share what works for you too!

💬 If you work alongside neurodivergent colleagues, this series will help you better understand, support and create a workplace where everyone can thrive (and reduce burnout in your team).

🔔 Subscribe | 📩 Share | 👀 More tips in our Video Vault
https://childaustralia.org.au/professional-development/free-tips-resources/video-vault/supporting-neurodivergent-educators-colleagues/

31/03/2026

We don’t rinse and repeat projects — and this is why.

“Leanne was an amazing facilitator. She really took the time to get to know our team and tailored the support to our needs and skill level. Our team genuinely engaged with the content and embraced the strategies — a reflection of her authentic and thoughtful approach.”

This is what sits at the heart of our work.

We don’t deliver one-size-fits-all professional learning.
We co-design with teams — shaping projects that reflect their context, strengths, and goals.

Because meaningful change doesn’t come from generic training.
It comes from connection, responsiveness, and support that actually fits.

26/03/2026

Affirming identity isn’t an “extra” — it’s the work.

At the heart of inclusion is a simple shift:
from changing autistic people… to accepting autistic ways of being.

This means:

• Autonomy, consent, and agency are non-negotiable
• Challenging ableism — not children
• Advocating for systems to change, not individuals to “fit”

In practice, it looks like:

• Honouring communication preferences
• Avoiding assumptions about capacity
• Encouraging self-acceptance and identity pride
• Supporting sensory, executive, and energy regulation
• Reducing the pressure to mask or conform

Because when we affirm identity, we don’t just include —
we create spaces where people can exist, belong, and thrive as they are.

23/03/2026

Working alongside children is the best part of our job.

At Neurominded, we love supporting educators and community organisations — but one of the biggest perks of our work is getting to consistently engage with children.

Our team are educators first. We stepped into the early childhood sector because of a deep passion for working alongside young children. Every interaction is a reminder of why we do what we do. They bring us joy. They put a smile on our face. They teach us constantly — how to be braver, how to question more, how to be present, and how to play.

Every day with children is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and grow. And seeing the impact of play, engagement, and curiosity firsthand reminds us why supporting strengths, agency, and joy is at the heart of everything we do.

💛 Image description: Leanne sitting outside on a mat in front of four children, holding a songboard in her hand, pointing and smiling at one child while engaging with the group.

19/03/2026

"Autistic children don’t learn through play.”

We once heard that confidently stated in a professional setting — and it didn’t sit right.

Because play isn’t just fun.
Play is learning.
Play is exploration.
Play is regulation.
Play is identity-building.

All children learn through play — including autistic children.

The real question isn’t how autistic children learn.
It’s: are we noticing, valuing, and responding to the ways they engage?

At Neurominded, we support educators to do just that. Our Professional Development on Divergent Play helps teams to:

• Recognise the ways each child engages through play
• Build environments that amplify interests and strengths
• Use play as a tool for learning, connection, and regulation

Because when we meet children where they are — when we value their engagement, joy, and agency — we unlock their confidence, curiosity, and capability.

💡 Want to learn more about divergent play in your classroom or service? Contact us to find out about upcoming PD sessions.

Image description: Young girl laying on her belly on grass. She is wearing brightly coloured clothes, looking upward and smiling.

15/03/2026

Kicking off Neurodiversity Week with a collaboration designed to help Australian families find the right early learning service! ✨

This resource would'nt have been possible without the incredible team at careforkids.com.au, an organisation commited to providing families with accessible, reliable information on early learning services across Australia.

Check out the article and checklist we co-created to support families navigating early learning options.

15/03/2026

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is the perfect time to rethink what inclusive childcare really looks like - especially for our neurodivergent kiddos.⁠
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Every child deserves an early learning environment where they’re understood, supported and celebrated. 💛But finding that kind of care can feel overwhelming when there’s no clear roadmap.⁠
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That’s why we teamed up with the experts at Neurominded to create a parent guide to neuro‑affirming early learning services, plus a downloadable checklist you can take with you on your tours 📝✨⁠
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👉 Check out the downloadable guide here:https://www.careforkids.com.au/articles/Inclusive-Childcare-Checklist-Neurominded-Care-for-Kids.pdf

📑Read the full article here:
https://www.careforkids.com.au/blog/parents-guide-neuro-affirming-early-learning-services

07/03/2026

Rethinking Mat Time: Values Over Rules 💚

We’ve seen the promotion of lists like: “Sit still. Look at the teacher. Hands in lap.” Same expectations for every child.

Here’s the truth: everyone learns differently. Everyone moves differently. Everyone engages differently.

Instead of rigid rules, co-create values with the kids. Ask:

• What matters most in our space?
• How do we treat each other?
• How can everyone feel supported?

Mat time isn’t about conformity. It’s about shared values that actually fit the children in front of us.

Image description: Three children are sat on a mat. One adult is sat to the side supporting a child to put on their headphones whilst another adult is facing the children smiling. The adult is holding a range of visual supports and each child is sitting in a way that supports their individual learning style.

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