SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP PROGRAMS
Discover the warmth and support of our neuroaffirming group programs at Hide and Speech Allied Health, carefully crafted for children navigating social, emotional, language, and cognitive challenges. Our approach is all about making the learning journey enjoyable and comfortable.
In our welcoming space, children find companionship in groups tailored to their age, language abilities, and shared goals. At Hide and Speech Allied Health, we offer a variety of group programs, perfectly suited for children aged 2 to 15 years. Our groups are suitable for children with autism spectrum disorder, language delays or disorders, attention difficulties or anxiety. Each group is facilitated by two qualified therapists. Our groups are limited to 4 to 8 children, allowing for personalised support.
We will be running the following Social Skills group programs for 10 weeks throughout Term 3, 2026, at our Surrey Hills and Caulfield South clinics.
Hide and Think
Designed to cultivate social communication skills and emotional regulation strategies, Hide and Think is crafted for early primary aged children. This program guides children through navigating various social situations, providing valuable tools for personal growth.
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When: Every Tuesday from 4pm to 4:50pm, starting Tuesday 14th of July 2026
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Cost: $1000 for a 10-week term
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Ages: Early Primary (6 to 8 years old)
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Where: Surrey Hills clinic
Hide and Grow
In the Hide and Grow program, mid-late primary aged children will explore social thinking concepts and strategies to promote positive participation and meaningful relationships within a group setting. This program delves into effective communication, understand body cues, and honing problem-solving skills. Concepts such as 'meeting in the middle' and 'resilient winning and losing' will empower children to navigate social challenges with flexibility.
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When: Every Tuesday from 4pm to 4:50pm, starting Tuesday 14th of July 2026
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Cost: $900 for a 10-week term
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Ages: Mid-Late Primary (8 to 11 years old)
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Where: Surrey Hills clinic
Hide and Flex
Tailored for late primary-secondary school students, our Hide and Flex program places a spotlight on social skills, communication confidence, emotional expression and self regulation. Participants will learn how to navigate interpersonal relationships, fostering a strong foundation for positive social interactions.
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When: Every Tuesday from 5pm to 5:50pm, starting Tuesday 14th of July 2026
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Cost: $1000 for a 10-week term.
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Ages: Late Primary/Secondary (11 to 13 years old)
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Where: Surrey Hills clinic
Hide and Thrive
Designed to cultivate social communication, play, and regulation skills for children and parents, within a neuroaffirming, play-based environment. Children will work to develop joint attention, imitation, and early language skills through shared and pretend play experiences to support connection and emerging regulation.
Parents will be actively supported to build confidence in co-regulation, understand and respond to sensory needs, and practise language modelling and play strategies within a group setting alongside other families. The program supports children to build meaningful relationships and participate positively in group interactions, recognising and valuing diverse ways of thinking, communicating, and engaging.
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When: TBC, starting week commencing Monday 13th of July 2026
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Cost: $1000 for a 10-week term.
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Ages: 2-3 years
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Where: Surrey Hills clinic
Hide and Play
This group program supports children in developing their participation, communication, and social
engagement within a play-based, neuroaffirming environment. Children will be supported to transition between activities and engage in group routines, providing opportunities to focus on turn taking, sharing, and developing collaborative play skills. Children will also work to build confidence in communication through identifying emotions, initiating and negotiating play, expressing ideas, and advocating for themselves.
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When: TBC, starting week commencing Monday 13th of July 2026
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Cost: $1000 for a 10-week term.
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Ages: 3-4 years
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Where: Surrey Hills and Caulfield South clinics