Learn to Play Group
AkindaCo
- Service type:
- Program
- Support category:
- group child support
- Primary AEDC domain:
- communication skills and general knowledge
- Secondary AEDC domains:
- physical health and wellbeing
- social competence
- emotional maturity
- language and cognitive skills
- Delivery location:
- all areas of South Australia
- Delivery mode:
- in-person
- Program delivery:
- by early childhood service staff with training and supports
- by supplier staff to groups of children, families or educators
- Tiered intervention:
- tier 1 universal whole service
- tier 2 Targeted for specific cohorts or small groups
- Cost:
- high (>$2000 per person/item/hour)
Description
Expected outcomes for this program are:
- improved verbal and non-verbal communication skills in children through engagement in pretend play and collaborative storytelling
- increased educator understanding of communication development in early childhood, including the role of imaginative play in supporting expressive and receptive language
- improved ability for educators to implement strategies that use play-based learning to promote communication, articulation, and general knowledge acquisition
- enhanced engagement in imaginative play and storytelling, supporting children’s confidence in expressing ideas and participating in group learning. For more information on the program, visit: https://akindaco.com/training/
How this is delivered
This program is delivered in-person via weekly 45 to 60-minute sessions over 17 weeks, with regular educator support between sessions (with 30-minute educator training time pre and post group). The group consists of:
- 30-minutes educator training before each session
- 60-minutes Learn to Play group
- 30-minutes post group (to reflect and formulate strategies to implement prior to next session).
Cost
The program is delivered for $570 per weekly session. A free 30-minute virtual consultation is available to explore how AkindaCo can support your team. If travel is required, it will be charged at $285 per hour. Travel within 10km of 183 Tynte Street, North Adelaide and 21 Philip highway, Elizabeth at no cost. A free 30-minute virtual consultation is available to explore how AkindaCo can support your team.
Contact the provider
Contact name: Rana Kokcinar
Contact email: hello@akindaco.com
Contact phone: (08) 7081 5886
Contact website: https://www.akindaco.com
About the organisation
AkindaCo, based in North Adelaide SA, is a multidisciplinary mental health and allied health provider offering evidence-based therapy and professional training. They strengthen children's development by supporting their entire network of carers, educators, and community members. Guided by values of accessibility, collaboration, and justice, they provide inclusive services through outreach and online appointments.