Neurominded

21/02/2026

Big conversations are coming.

Our upcoming webinar series is built on lived experience and grounded in real, cross sector expertise - from early childhood through to schools and community organisations.

Neuro-affirming. Practical. Honest.

Launching in just a couple of weeks. Stay tuned 👀

19/02/2026

🌟 Visual supports are powerful. They help all children engage, understand routines, and feel supported. But here’s the thing: not every visual support works in every service.

As consultants, we don’t just hand over a set of visuals and call it a day. We look at:

• The service context – what routines, spaces, and culture exist?
• The educators – what are their strengths, styles, and comfort with visuals?
• The children – their preferences, needs, and developmental stages.

Some visuals can be transferred across settings, but ultimately, effective supports are tailored. Just like a curriculum, they’re not plug-and-play.

Before you adopt any visual support, ask: Does this truly fit my environment? My team? The children in front of me?

Because inclusion isn’t about a list — it’s about what actually works here, now.

Image description: image shows a visual song choice board laying on a brightly coloured mat with a finger pointing towards the board.

17/02/2026

💡We were recently asked which professional development opportunities are beneficial to engage with.

There is no shortage of passionate professionals working toward more inclusive systems — and that’s encouraging.

But one question guides our recommendations:

Is lived experience embedded?

Are autistic voices shaping the narrative, or are they being interpreted?

Evidence matters. Research matters. But lived experience brings nuance, depth and authenticity that cannot be replicated from the outside.

If we want early learning environments where every child genuinely thrives, we must centre those who have walked that path.

Seek out conferences where autistic adults are keynote speakers.
Choose PD where lived experience informs practice.
Prioritise learning that is shaped from within the community.

Inclusion is strongest when it is informed by those it impacts ⚡

Image description: Image shows a professional learning session being led by Neurominded's Founder. Gee is standing at the front of a room talking to a room of professionals who are all sat at tables.

14/02/2026

Inclusion isn’t a one-off session — it’s something you build 🌟

Every inclusion project we work on comes with a living, growing Inclusion Toolkit 📝

As we move alongside services and organisations, this folder becomes theirs — holding PD materials, slides, resources, reflections, and practical tools that teams can return to, adapt, and build on over time.

Because sustainable inclusion isn’t about relying on external experts.
It’s about growing confidence, shared language, and capability within teams.

We don’t just deliver information — we help build something that lasts.

📷 Image description:
A blue NeuroMinded-branded folder displayed on a desk, labelled “This inclusion toolkit belongs to.” A notebook and pen rest on top of the folder, alongside a NeuroMinded-branded cup.

10/02/2026

So lovely to see our first training session together captured here 💚

We're incredibly excited to be working with the exceptional team at Green Leaves Early Learning Joondanna as this six-month project kicks off.

From the first meeting, it was clear what a passionate, thoughtful group of educators this is. We felt so warmly welcomed into such a beautiful service, and we're really looking foward to spending time getting to know the team and working alongside them throughout this journey.

A wonderful start to what we know will be a meaningful collaboration 🌱

09/02/2026

Back to school = big changes.

Talking makes transitions easier. 🗣️✨
That’s why we love what Two Way Street has created to support communication during these moments.

Link below 👇

Last year (or was it the year before), I posted some ‘conversation placemats’ to encourage conversations about starting back at school. It’s been on my mind again lately as my daughter shows signs of excitement, nervousness, and trepidation about her return to school.

05/02/2026

.“How much a child is able to learn is directly related to how safe they feel in their environment and with the people around them.”
— J.Milburn

✨Feeling safe is the foundation for learning — but it’s not the whole story.

Safety looks different for every child. It can be shaped by sensory needs, communication differences, relationships, past experiences, and what’s happening outside the learning environment too.

When we understand the whole child — not just their behaviour or academic skills — we’re better placed to create environments where learning can actually happen.

💚Safety first.
💛Then connection, understanding, and meaningful support.

03/02/2026

🌱 Top Tip for February: Make it concrete

Transitions can be one of the busiest (and hardest) parts of the day — especially when lots of pre-primary and kindy children are moving from the classroom into OSHC.

We recently supported an OSHC service where these transitions were feeling hectic and overwhelming. The fix? Simple and concrete.

The service introduced a rope system, giving children something physical to hold during transitions.
✔️ Clear
✔️ Predictable
✔️ Supportive

It doesn’t need to be expensive. While they purchased one option, they also used a thick rope and masking tape to mark where hands go. Same outcome, different tools.

Sometimes the most effective supports are the simplest — especially when they help children see, feel, and understand what’s expected.

📷 Image description:
Several young children standing outdoors during a transition, each holding onto a shared rope. The rope provides a clear, physical guide for where hands go, supporting safe and predictable movement between spaces.

01/02/2026

Gnowangerup Family Support Association - translating evidence into practice 🤩

27/01/2026

Did you know we provide training to regional and remote communities?

Last week we had a wonderful time in Gnowangerup delivering a full-day training with the team at Gnowangerup Family Support Association. The team’s passion, openness, and eagerness to further strengthen their inclusive practice truly stood out.

Accross the day, we explored Understanding and supporting neurodivergent children, Sensory processing, and Child-centred behaviour support. It was inspiring to work alongside such a committed team dedicated to creating environments where every child is understood, supported, and valued.

Image description: two images are shown side by side. The first image shows a painted outdoor sign reading "Gnowangerup" with a landscape and bird motif; the second image shows a notebook page with a pen placed diagonally on top, and a printed slide handout on a green folder.

22/01/2026

What a fantastic way to kick off the year!

We were delighted to be part of the REED Conference, joining such passionate teams to share our insights on play. We explored the importance of supporting authentic play, sparking joy in all children, and how our perceptions of play can shape a child’s sense of self and identity ✨

Thank you .org.au for allowing us to be apart of this inspiring conference!

Image description: image shows a conference room with attendees seated at round tables, facing a stage where a speaker presents. A large screen displays "REED 2026" and balloons decorate the stage area, creating a lively, professional event atmosphere/

19/01/2026

MyTime returns this February!

If you're a parent or carer wanting connection, support, and a space to breathe, we'd love to welcome you into our Ellenbrook group. Send us a message if you would like to come along 💛

Image Description:
A promotional flyer for the MyTime Ellenbrook parent and carer support group. The flyer features a photo of three adults smiling and chatting together in a relaxed setting. Bold text reads “Why MyTime?” with a speech bubble saying, “Unwind and share experiences with others who understand.”

The flyer explains that MyTime is a peer support program for parents and carers of a child with a disability, chronic medical condition, or developmental delay.

Group Details:
• When: Thursdays, 5th February to 26th March 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
• Where: Woodlake Village Community Centre, 2 Highpoint Blvd, Ellenbrook WA

Logos for Neurominded and MyTime appear at the bottom, along with the contact email: info@neurominded.com.au.