School Readiness

Dates: Mondays Oct. 19, 2026 – Nov. 30, 2026 (no session Nov 2nd)

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Join MCM ECIS for School Readiness, a 6-week group for children aged 4-5 years to support their preparation for school through play-based learning and exploration.

Sessions are staffed by our highly skilled Key Worker and Allied Health Assistant. After each group session, staff will document how your child participated and worked towards their set goals. A summary report will be provided at the end of term.

Children will have opportunities to:

• Participate in predictable group routines and transitions
• Engage with peers through shared play experiences
• Communicate ideas, preferences and opinions using their preferred communication methods
• Build confidence participating in small-group activities

Activities are designed to support:

• Social communication
• Peer interaction and play
• Fine and gross motor development
• Early literacy skills
• Participation in everyday routines

Activities are adapted to support a range of communication styles, learning profiles, strengths, interests, and support needs. Visual supports, predictable routines, and responsive facilitation may be used throughout the program to support participation and engagement.

Group Cost: $700 – $1,040

Group costing varies dependent on group numbers. Final costing will be advised prior to group starting. You can utilise NDIS funds or pay fee for service.

If your child is new to MCM, a screener will be completed so that we can better prepare for and support your child. This is a 30 minute charge.

Group Goals:

Children will have opportunities to:

• Build confidence participating in group routines and experiences.
• Participate alongside peers in shared activities and experiences.
• Share ideas, preferences and experiences with others.
• Develop early literacy skills
• Develop fine and gross motor skills

Suitable For

This group may be suitable for:

• Children aged 4-5 years.
• Children who are preparing to start school in 2027.
• Children who require support to join group activities or follow group routines.
• Children who would benefit from support interacting and playing with peers.
• Children who are building confidence communicating their ideas, needs and preferences.
• Children who are developing gross and fine motor skills for play, craft and everyday activities.

This is a drop-off group. MCM ECIS staff will support children to participate throughout the session.

What To Bring

Please bring:

• Water bottle
• Hat
• A morning tea snack
• EpiPen, emergency medication or medical equipment outlined in your child’s management plan
• A spare change of clothes (recommended for sensory, messy or outdoor play activities)

Our Approach

At MCM ECIS, we take a strengths-based, family-centred approach. We recognise that children learn, communicate, and participate in different ways. Our groups provide opportunities for children to build on their strengths, explore their interests, develop new skills, and participate in meaningful experiences that connect to everyday life.