Practise skills with peers in a structured, supportive setting
Our small-group programs give children opportunities to practise communication, emotional regulation, play and participation. Programs run according to clinician availability and suitable group matching.
Therapy groups are structured sessions where children with compatible goals practise skills alongside peers with guidance from a qualified clinician. The group format can create useful opportunities to try strategies during real interaction, while recognising that not every group is the right fit for every child.
Before offering a place, we consider the program focus, age range, communication and regulation needs, group size, current participants and the support your child may need to participate meaningfully.
We use small groups, clear routines and practical activities. Goals and supports are adjusted to the program and participants, and families receive information about how to practise relevant skills outside the clinic.
Lumos can form the following small-group programs when there is enough interest, an appropriate clinician and a suitable group of children. Registering interest does not commit you to enrolment and helps us plan ages, goals and timing.
For children preparing for Prep. Activities may support classroom participation, fine motor skills, early writing, self-care, communication, play and confidence with group routines.
Group matching: developmental stage, goals and planned school transition.
Practical, motivating activities targeting pencil control, letter formation, spacing, legibility and writing endurance.
Group matching: writing level and the specific reason handwriting feels difficult.
A structured, low-pressure group using play and gradual food exploration to support comfort and participation around food and mealtimes.
Before joining: feeding history and suitability must be reviewed; some concerns require individual or multidisciplinary support.
A structured social-emotional learning program for children aged 8–12, with missions, games, parent involvement and practice beyond the group.
Opening depends on: sufficient interest and a suitably matched group.
Small groups may focus on emotion recognition, regulation, social problem-solving, flexible communication and participation with peers.
Group matching: age, goals, communication and regulation support needs.
Collaborative play, shared ideas, communication and problem-solving through games, creative activities and child interests.
Group matching: play and communication profile, goals and support needs.
Tell us which program interests you, your child’s age, goals, availability and previous group experience. We will contact families when there is enough interest to consider a suitable intake, then explain screening, facilitator, timetable, fees and funding arrangements before enrolment.
A parent consultation or suitability screening helps us understand your child’s goals, communication, regulation and support needs.
We compare your child’s needs with the program focus, age range, available places and current group composition. A place cannot be guaranteed for every intake.
Weekly group sessions featuring warm-up activities, skill-building exercises, group projects, and reflection time.
Clinicians observe participation and adjust activities, supports and goals where appropriate.
Families receive relevant feedback and strategies to help skills carry into home, school and community routines.
We consider the child’s goals, age, communication and regulation needs, the specific program and the current group. Some children may benefit from preparation, individual support or a different service before joining a group.
A diagnosis is not automatically required for private participation. Entry depends on the program and suitability screening. Funding pathways may have separate eligibility and documentation rules.
Program length, session duration and parent involvement vary. We will provide the current timetable, fees, attendance expectations and cancellation arrangements before enrolment.
Self-managed or plan-managed participants may be able to use funding when the program is appropriate for their goals and meets applicable NDIS requirements. Lumos is not currently registered and cannot accept NDIA-managed funding. Please confirm arrangements before enrolling.
Tell us your child’s age, goals and the type of group you are interested in. We will let you know about current or planned programs and the suitability process.
Register your interest
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