LeapStart

for Parents

LeapStart Parent Coaching is a 10-week, neuroaffirming programme designed to empower families with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support their child’s development from the earliest stages. Parents and children participate together, allowing parents to learn and practise new skills with support.

Led by a psychologist, each personalised session lasts 30–45 minutes and is available in person or via telehealth. LeapStart provides individualised, evidence-based strategies to help parents of autistic or developmentally delayed young children accelerate development.

The programme can be taken on its own or alongside our Early-Years programme.

LeapStart can support with:

  • Language and communication

  • Cognitive skills

  • Social relationships

  • Self-help & personal care skills

  • Community & safety skills

  • Early academics & school readiness

  • Behavioural challenges & emotional regulation

“There is no such thing as a perfect parent. So just be a real one.”

— Sue Atkins