The S.P.A.R.K holiday group is an inclusive program designed for our youngest explorers aged 4–6 years. This group offers a gentle introduction to the themes of our three most popular holiday program -STEM WhizKidz, C.R.A.F.T.S, and C.H.E.F.S - in a supportive environment tailored to their developmental stage.
Over the course of three days, children will "spark" their curiosity and creativity while being supported to show up exactly as they are. Each session introduces a new theme, allowing children to explore interests, build connections and discover their strengths in a way that feels safe and motivating.
Our Neuro-Affirming Approach
In S.P.A.R.K., we celebrate that every child communicates and learns differently. We provide a flexible environment where movement is welcomed, sensory needs are respected, and all forms of communication are valued.
Our S.P.A.R.K. acronym defines our commitment to supporting the child’s authentic self:
S – Social Connection: Building meaningful interactions based on shared interests and collaboration.
P – Play: Honouring individual learning styles and the "power of play" to explore and develop skills.
A – Advocacy: Encouraging children to make choices, advocate for their needs and be their true authentic selves.
R – Regulation: Learning strategies to feel calm and practicing in a safe, supported environment.
K – Kindness & Community: Creating a space where everyone is heard, valued and welcome.
What does the S.P.A.R.K. Program involve?
Each 2-hour session is an invitation to explore one of our themes:
- The STEM Spark: High-interest experiments that encourage wonder and "what if?" thinking.
- The CRAFT Spark: Process-based art where the focus is on the joy of creating and sensory exploration, rather than a "perfect" end product.
- The CHEFS Spark: Interactive food exploration that respects sensory boundaries, focusing on the fun of food preparation and working as a team.
Tuesday the 14th, Wednesday the 15th and Thursday the 16th of July 2026
9.00am - 11.00am each day
(2 hours x 3 days - 6 hour program)
Therapy goals
- Building peer relationships and community through shared interests, cooperative teamwork and play-based interactions
- Encouraging turn-taking, sharing of material and collaborative teamwork through interest-led group activities
- Providing effective co-regulation strategies and sensory tools that help children feel calm, safe and emotionally supported throughout new experiences
- Empowering children to communicate their boundaries, make independent choices, and confidently request movement or sensory breaks using their preferred communication methods
- Building confidence, adaptability, and emotional regulation during transitions by participating in a predictably structured group learning environment
- Facilitating exploration of new textures, smells, and materials through science, crafts, and food
- Supporting fine motor development through hands-on, process-based art, science and food preparation
Who is the S.P.A.R.K program for?
This program is ideal for children aged 4–6 years (Preschool to Year 1) who:
- are keen to explore new interests in a low-pressure, supportive setting.
- thrive in environments that value sensory preferences and movement breaks.
- are curious about science, art, or food but benefit from a shorter, "taster" format.
- would enjoy a group led by therapists who prioritise emotional safety and authentic self-expression.