Every child’s path is unique. Our role is to support them in finding their way.
At Nurture Cottage, we believe that early support can make a lasting difference.
Our Early Intervention services are designed for children aged 0–9 years. Whether accessing support through the ECEI pathway or with NDIS funding, we welcome children and families into a nurturing environment where individual differences are honoured and supported.
As a neuro-affirming, play-based practice, we offer a blend of one-on-one and small group sessions tailored to each child’s developmental needs. Through creative expression, sensory play, and meaningful connection, we help children grow their skills, confidence, and capacity to engage with the world around them — all while feeling safe, seen, and supported.
Empowering every step: Early intervention for lasting impact
Empowering every step: Early intervention for lasting impact
We can support your child in developing…
Social Engagement: Building connections with peers and adults through shared attention, interaction, and play.
Emotional Regulation: Developing the capacity to recognise, express, and manage emotions in a safe and supported way.
Executive Function: Strengthening skills like planning, organising, impulse control, and flexible thinking.
Play Skills: Encouraging imaginative, cooperative, and functional play as a foundation for learning.
Self-Confidence: Supporting a strong sense of identity, self-worth, and the confidence to explore and engage.
Fine & Gross Motor Skills: Developing strength, coordination, and motor planning for everyday activities.
Communication Skills (Verbal & Non-Verbal): Enhancing expressive and receptive communication through speech, gestures, AAC, and more.
Sensory Processing: Helping children understand, process, and respond to sensory input in a way that supports comfort and regulation.
Adaptive Skills: Building independence in everyday routines such as dressing, toileting, eating, and transitions.
Relationship Skills: Learning how to initiate, respond to, and sustain social interactions and friendships.
Attention & Focus: Increasing the ability to engage, attend, and shift focus across a variety of settings and tasks.
Problem-Solving & Flexible Thinking: Supporting cognitive flexibility, persistence, and resilience through play and exploration.
What Families Receive…
Access to a Wide Range of Therapeutic Techniques and Modalities: Tailored approaches that fit your child’s unique needs, interests and abilities.
Regular Communication: Stay informed about your child’s development through consistent updates, and engage in regular opportunities to share what's happening at home.
Individualised Support Plan: A customised plan designed specifically for your child, outlining goals and strategies for their development.
Collaboration with Early Childhood Centers and Schools: We partner with educational settings to ensure seamless support for your child. Our team is available for on-site visits to provide additional assistance and facilitate effective communication with staff.
Parent Education Programs: We provide parent education through programs like the Circle of Security approach, equipping you with valuable tools and strategies to support your child's development at home.
Testimonials
At Nurture Cottage, we believe in the power of play. Our approach is play-based, open-ended, & child-led, allowing children to freely explore, create and learn with the support of our specialised team.
Our experienced and highly qualified team of teachers and therapists work collaboratively with you and your child to identify their strengths, needs, and goals, and tailor our sessions accordingly for success.
Throughout our practice we implement the Circle of Security approach. Building trusting relationships that support the child to feel safe and secure is foundational to all experiences and therapies that are to follow.
Educator Approach
Contact us for a free initial consultation to determine if our services are right for your child. We will guide you through the eligibility criteria and outline the next steps.
Funding Options:
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Funding: Active NDIS funding is the primary pathway for accessing our early intervention services.
No NDIS Funding? If you do not have NDIS funding, we can assist you in accessing support through the EACH pathway. You may be eligible if your child is aged birth to 6 years and has one or more developmental delays or disabilities. We also offer the flexibility of private payment options for those who need it.
Waiting List Please note that if you qualify for our services, you may be placed on a waiting list. We will keep you informed about your status and the estimated timeframe for support.
