Dream, Create, Discover is designed for pre/primary school and high school aged children and teenagers who would benefit from developing their fine motor skills, sensory processing, executive functioning, emotional regulation, social participation and confidence through creative, hands-on activities.

The program is suitable for children of all abilities and is delivered within a supportive, neuroaffirming and strengths-based environment. Participants are grouped according to age and developmental stage to support meaningful engagement and peer connection.

Dream, Create, Discover is an Occupational Therapy-led therapeutic group program.

While participants will engage in a variety of fun art and craft activities, every experience has been intentionally designed by our Occupational Therapy team to target developmental skills such as fine motor development, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, communication and social participation.

Our focus is not on creating the perfect artwork, but on building skills, confidence and participation through the creative process.

Each session is designed to support a range of developmental skills, including:

- Fine motor skills and hand strength
- Bilateral coordination
- Motor planning
- Sensory processing and sensory tolerance
- Emotional regulation
- Executive functioning skills
- Planning and organisation
- Problem-solving and flexible thinking
- Communication and teamwork
- Social participation and confidence
- Time awareness and task completion

Activities are adapted to meet the needs and goals of individual participants.

Participants will explore a wide range of creative experiences throughout the term, which may include:

- Painting and mixed media projects
- Drawing and illustration
- Sculpture and modelling
- Collage and construction activities
- Threading, weaving and craft projects
- Sensory art experiences
- Seasonal and themed creative projects
- Collaborative group creations

Activities may vary each term depending on the interests and needs of the group.

The program is facilitated by our Occupational Therapy team within a small-group environment, maintaining a minimum therapist-to-participant ratio of 1:3.

Our therapists provide individualised support, therapeutic scaffolding, environmental modifications and co-regulation strategies throughout the program to maximise participation, engagement and success.

Not at all.

Dream, Create, Discover is designed for children and teens of all creative abilities and experience levels. The focus is on participation, exploration, learning and self-expression rather than artistic skill or producing a perfect final product.

Every child is encouraged to create in their own unique way and celebrate their individual strengths.

All art materials, resources and equipment are provided as part of the program.

Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that they do not mind getting messy and to bring a water bottle each week.

As creativity can sometimes be wonderfully messy, we recommend avoiding special clothing or footwear.

Yes.

Organic, child-friendly snacks are provided during structured regulation and social snack breaks throughout the program.

Please notify our team of any dietary requirements, allergies or food preferences during registration.

Yes.

Families receive ongoing communication throughout the program, and at the completion of the term each participant receives an Individual Participation Summary Report outlining:

- Strengths observed during the program
- Participation and engagement
- Areas of growth and development
- Recommendations for continued skill development

Yes.

Dream, Create, Discover may be claimed through eligible NDIS funding categories where appropriate. Families are encouraged to discuss claiming arrangements with their Plan Manager, Support Coordinator or NDIS representative if required.

Private-paying families are also welcome to attend.

Dream, Create, Discover combines evidence-based Occupational Therapy intervention with creativity, connection and meaningful participation.

Unlike traditional art classes, every activity is intentionally designed by Occupational Therapists to support developmental goals while maintaining a fun, engaging and child-led experience.

Through creativity, children build confidence. Through connection, they build belonging. Through participation, they develop skills that extend far beyond the craft table.

No — this program is open to all Northern Beaches families and surrounding suburbs.

All new families will need to participate in a short Pre-Program Goal Review (Telehealth) to ensure we understand your child's goals, strengths and support needs.
Existing families may also elect to complete a Pre-Program Goal Review for their child.

Yes. If your child would benefit from additional support, we can allocate a Support Worker from Enhanced Life Support Services to attend alongside them.
Families are also welcome to bring their own Support Worker if preferred.

Absolutely. Many children feel more confident attending with a sibling, cousin or friend, and we are more than happy to support this.

If you'd like your child's friends to attend please share this program amongst your local community!