Hi, I’m Belinda,
Mum of three and passionate advocate for children with learning and developmental needs—founder of
The Child Centred Learning Tree, supporting families with children aged 2–18.
Our Story
For over sixteen years, I’ve worked in classrooms, various care services, private and public schools as a teacher and as a parent, listening to stories of worry, frustration, and hope.
Again and again, I’ve met families who felt lost in the system, struggling to be heard while juggling endless appointments and advice. I started The Child Centred Learning Tree because I know from experience: it shouldn’t be this hard to access clear, collaborative, and informed support, from early intervention through to school readiness, literacy, and strategies that help your child to succeed.
My aim is simple: to be the person in your corner, someone who listens, coordinates, and genuinely cares.
As a qualified, VIT-registered teacher, I’ve worked with children from early years through to teens, supporting social development, emotional regulation, learning challenges, and transitions across the school system.
The Child Centred Learning Tree brings families, educators, and professionals together as one team, with a unified plan.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Early Childhood, Primary & Secondary Education
- Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registered Teacher
- Educational Practitioner, The Child Centred Learning Tree
- Protecting Children – Mandatory reporting and other obligations for Early Childhood certification
- Additional certifications: Neurodiversity, Positive Parenting,
ADHD Coach, First Aid
Our Values
Builds bridges between families, educators, and allied health professionals.
Every recommendation is drawn from evidence based practices, Victorian/ Australian
based frameworks and the latest developmental and academic research. Customised for your child.
Provides immediate practical support for families stuck on wait lists for paediatric
assessments and allied health therapies so that your child can keep progressing with learning, behaviour, and social skills.
Today, The Child Centred Learning Tree serves parents,
children, and professionals across Melbourne.
Helping every child find their place, and every family feel supported.
Our mission
At The Child Centred Learning Tree,
we believe every child is unique,
and every journey is different
That’s why we make support personal, offering strength based support and guidance that fits your child’s individual needs.
We’ll work alongside families, teachers, and medical or allied health professionals across Melbourne, making sure everyone is truly connected and understood.
True learning and development go beyond grades and checklists. They’re about helping children grow in confidence, independence, and self-regulation, while nurturing inclusion, life skills, and a love of learning from childhood through the teen years.
Our mission is to be in your corner, every step of the way, helping families feel supported, identifying strengths others might miss, and making sure no child (or parent) ever feels alone on the path to reaching their full potential.
HOW WE HELP
We support
families, children
(ages 2–18)
We begin by listening carefully—to your concerns, your child’s needs, and your goals
Parents are supported and empowered with real-world strategies, expert advice, and ongoing communication
Detailed observation, whether at home, childcare, or school, helps us build a holistic picture of your child’s strengths and needs across learning, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
We’ll create a clear, tailored management plan, a roadmap that everyone can follow, from parents to teachers to allied health professionals
We’ll act as your advocate and team leader, connecting all the dots so no one feels alone, and nothing gets lost in the process
“Your child is extraordinary not despite their differences but because of them.
They see the world like no one else ever will.”
(Hugh van Cuylenburg, Founder and Presenter, The Resilience Project)