Our process is designed to be clear, collaborative,
and centered around your child's unique needs
From the first conversation to ongoing support, we'll guide you every step of the way.
What We Do
We listen to families, observe and create a holistic picture of each child’s needs
We focus on children’s strengths and interests, setting tailored individualised goals
We'll guide you through understanding your child's needs and give you practical strategies to support them at home building your confidence as their biggest advocate
We advocate for families, attend meetings when needed, and act as your main point of contact in a transdisciplinary team approach
What We Don't Do
We don’t diagnose, but we connect families with trusted professionals who can
We don’t provide allied health therapies. Instead, we collaborate with therapists as a part of your child's team
We don’t just work with your child in isolation, we support the whole family with strategies, knowledge, and ongoing guidance
We don’t replace your role as parent or carer, we work alongside you, respecting your knowledge and insights about your child
Think of us as your stepping stone.
A trusted guide helping your child thrive now,
while equipping you for the future
Our 3 Step Process
Step 1: Listen and Learn
We begin with a free 15-minute phone consultation to understand your child’s needs and determine the right next step for your family.
Step 2: Observe and Plan
Through observations and play-based sessions, we gather a complete picture of your child’s development and design an individualised educational management plan.
Step 3: Support and Advocate
We walk alongside your family to put the plan into action offering practical strategies, ongoing support, and advocacy at kinder, school, or specialist appointments.
Ready to take the first step?
Book your free 15-minute phone consultation
Featured Case Study
School Readiness Assessment Case Study
When a kindergarten teacher recommended an additional year before school for a 5-year-old boy, his parents sought professional guidance. Through comprehensive observation, family consultation, and educator collaboration, we provided evidence-based advice that transformed uncertainty into confidence—setting their child up for long-term academic and social success.
Assessments We Can Provide
To support accurate planning, we use a range
of recognised assessments, including:
- Phonological Awareness (early literacy and reading readiness)
- Bracken School Readiness (starting school preparation)
- Autism Observations (social and developmental behaviours)
- Developmental Indicators
- Behavioural, Social & Emotional Screenings
- Language Fundamentals (ages 3–6)
These tools help us build a complete picture of your child’s strengths and needs, so the strategies we recommend are meaningful and effective.
Kind Words
I approached The Child Centred Learning Tree for another professional opinion on when I should start my son in Prep. With conflicting opinions from the Maternal health nurse, GP and kinder teacher I felt unsure and anxious with what to do.
Belinda was instantly so warm and professional in her approach and played alongside my son while we also had a few chats about what he enjoyed doing, his strengths and I knew we had come to the right service.
Following the consultation, Belinda provided us with a management plan that gave us great positive insights about our son and some great recommendations and strategies to try at home and at kinder to help with drop-offs and everyday routines to assist with his self-help and emotional regulation.
We have also started with a speech therapist Belinda recommended which will further develop his speech and clarity. I now feel confident we have made the right decision and I cannot recommend Belinda and her service highly enough.
The Difference You’ll See
Our end goal is to give children the best possible start in life, and to equip families with the confidence to keep supporting them long after our sessions end.
- Progress in learning and wellbeing with targeted strategies that fit your child.
- Barriers were reduced early through timely identification and support.
- Skills, confidence, and resilience for children and families that last well into the future.
- A stepping stone, not a crutch — we help you grow, then move forward independently, with us always just a phone call away.
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
We’re here to walk alongside you with
strategies, guidance, and support.
Book your free 15-minute phone consultation today.