Location

A public school in the Blacktown CBD area – in the Kindergarten classrooms (please ask us for exact address)

Dates

Choose ONE option:

Option 1: Monday 15th – Thursday 18th January (4 mornings)

Option 2: Monday 22nd – Thursday 25th January (4 mornings)

Time

9:30am – 11:30am

each day for 4 days

Parent Summary & Information Night

Held a week after the conclusion of the intensive program. It will be held online via Zoom in the evening.

The exact time and link will be provided closer to the date.

Meet the Speechies

Speech Pathologist

Jasleen joined WSSP in 2020 after completing her Bachelor Degree in Speech Pathology at the University of Sydney. Jasleen is an active volunteer in her community and developed her skills in behaviour management of young children through her efforts, as well as delivered children’s programs to small and large groups.

Speech Pathologist

Mike is a graduate of the Masters of Speech Language Pathology program at the University of Sydney. Prior to his studies, he worked as a TA in Hong Kong. During his studies, he worked as a Disability Support Worker and volunteered at the NAPA Rehabilitation Centre, where he developed therapy resources for children with disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy.

Co-Director

Rosie is an experienced speech pathologist who completed her PhD in early speech and language skills. Since becoming a mother, she has gained a new perspective on working with young children and engaging families in the therapy process. She aims to support speech pathologists in providing evidence-based services.

Routine

Familiarise children with routines that happen at school

Social Skills

Interact with same-aged peers - starting friendships

Participate in group activities

Language

Participate in language-based tasks in the classroom

Support in friendships to develop

Early Literacy

Important for later reading and writing

Children with speech/language difficulties are more likely to have trouble with literacy