The Embedding Inclusive Practice in Preschools program supports ECEC services to embed inclusive, neuroaffirming practice across the whole centre. Designed for services that have completed Understanding Neurodivergence, it provides targeted support to strengthen educator capability and consistency.

Grounded in evidence-informed frameworks including SCERTS and the CIRCLE approach, the program builds educators’ skills to support children with diverse neurological profiles, including autism, ADHD and dyslexia. A coaching and capacity-building model enables educators to apply inclusive strategies within everyday routines, play-based learning, and natural environments.

Delivery comprises four structured coaching sessions (two hours each), combining group learning, practical strategy development and in-room application. Between sessions, educators undertake guided reflection and implementation activities to support sustained practice change.

The program focuses on inclusive environments, understanding behaviour as communication, and supporting social communication and emotional development. Coaching, reflective practice and collaboration with families underpin long-term impact.

Rather than introducing a separate program, this approach enhances existing preschool practice by embedding Tier 1 and Tier 2 strategies into everyday teaching, improving engagement, wellbeing and participation for all children.

Expected outcomes for this program are:

• improved educator capability to design and embed inclusive, neuroaffirming learning environments
• improved understanding of behaviour as communication and ability to support emotional regulation and wellbeing
• strengthened ability to support children’s social communication, relationships and participation and
• sustained whole‐centre inclusive practice through coaching, reflective practice, and collaboration with families.

The program is delivered through a structured, whole‐centre coaching and capacity‐building model to support inclusive practice in everyday preschool settings.

It includes 4 facilitated coaching sessions, each 2 hours in duration, typically delivered over a school term to allow for implementation, reflection and consolidation. Sessions are led by Early Childhood Intervention Professionals and combine group learning, practical strategy development and in‐room application.

Between sessions, educators undertake guided reflection and apply strategies within daily routines, transitions and play‐based learning. In‐room observation and modelling support real‐time implementation, building confidence and consistency across the service.

Ongoing implementation support is provided through coaching follow‐ups and reflective practice, enabling sustained embedding of inclusive, neuroaffirming approaches. Delivery can be adapted to service needs and is available in‐person, online or as a hybrid model across South Australia

Program cost is $687.50 per session, delivered as four sessions ($2,750 total, ex GST).

Pricing includes preparation, delivery and follow‐up.

Travel is free within 10 km, then charged per 10 km increment.

Regional delivery may incur additional travel and accommodation at cost.

Cost efficiencies may be achieved through pooled delivery, clustering or hybrid models, reducing travel costs.