Starting Child Care and Kindergarten – Free online workshop

10 Nov 2026 7.00pm - 9.00pm

Find out how your child can be supported and included at child care and kindergarten and learn simple ways to work in partnership with your child’s educators.

This 2-hour workshop is for parents and carers of children with autism, developmental delay and disability aged 0-5 years.

It’s an online workshop led by facilitators who are parents of children with disability.

You will learn about

  • How funding works in child care and kindergarten
  • Working in partnership with early childhood educators
  • Supporting your child’s inclusion and participation

Other families have said

Families who have attended this workshop say they valued the clarity of information, practical resources and experienced facilitators.

  • “The facilitators explained things so clearly. I left feeling empowered”
  • “Learning about the reasonable adjustments kindergartens can make has given me confidence”
  • “The content was helpful and relevant. I walked away with practical resources I could use right away”

What to expect

  • A welcoming space designed for parents and carers of children with autism, developmental delay and disability
  • Led by experienced facilitators who bring understanding and lived experience
  • Delivered online via Zoom
  • You will receive a confirmation email that will have details about how to access the session
  • Let us know if you have any accessibility needs

If you have any questions

  • Email: educate@acd.org.au
  • Call: 03 9880 7000 or 1800 654 013 (regional callers)
  • ACD workshops provide general information, peer support, and shared lived experience. We do not provide medical, or counselling advice. Information shared during the event is for support and empowerment.
Details
Date:
10 Nov 2026
Time:
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Location
Online on Zoom, Victoria Australia
Cost
Free
Organizer
Event Registration
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