Cubbiehouse Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics
Group Programs
Empowering, inclusive, exciting group program
PSYCHOLOGY SOCIAL SKILLS DUO
Social Skills Duo
A social detective duo for children 6+ to learn to be “socially smart”.
To notice the social world and figure out what is happening across different situations. It is part of a wider social thinking curriculum to develop children’s social competencies and well-being.
What the Sessions Cover:
How it works
The duo runs for 8 weeks, with 2 (matched) children. It can start any time of year.
What does a session look like?
Each session reinforces key social vocabulary to consolidate learning; follow a duo plan, take turns in conversation, whole-body listening, thinking with eyes, ears, heart and brain, figuring out other’s thoughts and feelings.
Objective
To help children develop skills in observing, understanding, and interpreting social cues and situations. These skills are foundational for building friendships.
An 8-week commitment is required. An initial parent-child consultation will start the process. *We will need to pair your child with an appropriate peer.
Ready for School SLT Holiday Programme
Is your child starting school soon?
Our Ready for School Programme is a small-group designed specifically for tamariki transitioning to formal school, led by Speech Language Therapist Meaghan Harman.
Across 3 fun-filled, two-hour sessions, children will engage in play-based activities that build the key skills needed for a confident and happy start to school.
What the Group Covers:
Early Literacy Foundations – Listening, sounds, stories, and pre-reading skills to introduce the building blocks of literacy in an engaging, child-centred way.
Social Communication – Structured Lego-based therapy to develop turn-taking, negotiation, requesting, and listening to peers.
Social Skills – Sharing, problem-solving, and learning to ask for help in a warm and supportive group setting.
Confidence with Classroom Routines – Following instructions, group participation, and understanding what to expect at school.
Emotional Understanding – Recognising and expressing feelings, and beginning to manage big emotions with simple, practical strategies.
Key Details:
- 3 x 2-hour sessions, 9.30am – 11.30am
- Ages approximately 4.5 to 5.5 years
- Small group of 3 children
- Led by Meaghan Harman (SLT)
- Cost: $585.00
- Term 2 school holidays – Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th, and Thursday 16th July
This programme is ideal for children who would benefit from a gentle, playful boost before school begins. Please note a brief screener may be required prior to confirmation if your child does not currently attend SLT or OT sessions at Cubbiehouse.
Enquire now to give your child a confident start to school!
BASECAMP ANXIETY GROUP PROGRAM
BaseCamp® is an innovative anxiety program for children aged 7 to 12 years. Developed by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Kathryn Berry, and the Quirky Kid team.
Run by our Senior Psychologist, BaseCamp combines a sound theoretical cognitive-behavioural approach with effective, engaging, child-centred activities supporting confidence, resilience and coping skills.
What the Group Covers:
Psychoeducation is a fundamental component of the BaseCamp® journey, helping children understand the nature of anxiety and empowering them with accurate, relevant and helpful information.
Cognitive Restructuring aims to give knowledge and skills to independently and confidently manage unhelpful thinking patterns.
Gradual Exposure helps children overcome avoidance behaviours and develop a sense of achievement.
Relaxation strategies help reduce overall arousal levels and physiological tension, often associated with anxiety.
Relapse Prevention is designed to help children consolidate treatment gains, and plan for the future, building resilience.
Details
- Fun and engaging 8-week programme
- Parent pre/post phone calls with psychologist
- Approx. 4 children per group
- 7-9 year old group / 10-12 year old group
Enquire now for the next group starting term 3!
OT HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Looking for a school holiday program that’s fun, functional, and filled with purpose?
What the Program Covers:
Over the 3 days, children will participate in hands-on activities that promote gross and fine motor skill development, social interaction, and reflex integration. Each activity is thoughtfully designed by experienced OTs to challenge and support your child’s unique sensory and motor needs.
Social skills are woven into all aspects of the program, encouraging peer interaction, cooperation, and confidence. Additionally, specific activities will focus on reflex integration, helping children improve postural control, emotional regulation and attention.
Best of all, the program is grounded in fun!
Children will explore, laugh, and connect through dynamic, sensory rich experiences that keep them engaged and motivated.
Children will be allocated to groups based on their age and skill level. Our small group sizes ensure individualised support while fostering a sense of Belonging. Whether your child needs a developmental boost or just wants a meaningful way to spend their school break, this program offers a fantastic mix of therapy and play.
Please express interest for Sept-Oct Holidays
Senior group – 12-2pm
Limited spots available – The cost for each child is $600