The Neurodivergent Village - Brick Buddies

15/01/2026

So excited for this group - it’s been something I have been working on for a long time!

This group is perfect for children who need to move while learning regulation strategies. Using their own bodies and other simple tools they will experience success and learn skills to understand their body and find calm in moments of overwhelm and anxiety.

07/01/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17xjCA2c7H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

29/12/2025

Such a perfect explanation! So many people, including myself have experienced this.

23/12/2025

Christmas Session- creating a safe spaces to learn, laugh and make friends

13/12/2025

Term Groups are designed for all neurodivergent children, including those with PDA. The groups are kept small, child-led, and low demand. Children have flexibility to join or leave as needed to self-regulate in a safe, understanding environment. Sessions take place in a home environment, helping reduce anxiety and allowing children to feel secure as they explore their emotions and develop.

Groups fill VERY quickly. PM or comment below to reserve a spot or ask any questions.

09/12/2025

26/11/2025

So interesting!

I sense my next deep drive coming! How hyper-mobility would affect PDA!

22/11/2025

The 10-12pm group is now at capacity! Due to requests, I am now offering a 2-4pm group. PM or email admin@theneurodivergentvillage.com.au to book your spot.

21/11/2025

Christmas is almost here!

Child-led, low demand Christmas themed craft and cooking session

Children will be supported to create beautiful crafts and yummy Christmas themed treats. With an aim on working on fine motor skills, perfectionist/anxious worries, execitive functioning and communication

PM or email questions to admin@theneurodivergentvillage.com.au
Location: DOREEN 3754

13/11/2025

PDA and Siblings, this is a topic I am often asked about.

12/11/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1FxYbiH6cQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

16/10/2025

It takes the body time to calm — not just a few deep breaths.

When a child is overwhelmed, their nervous system can take 20–60 minutes to fully settle after a surge of stress hormones. That’s why calm can’t be rushed. They need safety, patience and connection — not pressure to “get over it.”

Understanding this is at the heart of brain-based parenting. Regulation isn’t instant; it’s built through co-regulation and trust.

This also demonstrates why a child needs longer than 5 minutes out of class after an incident.

There is a full range of calming strategy prompts in our toolkit below.

NOW AVAILABLE IN THE RESOURCE STORE - to accompany our series on social media.

The Child Brain Explained: How the Upstairs & Downstairs Brain Shape Behaviour, a Toolkit for Parents & Educators - available for only £3.75 until 3 November 2025

Electronic download available at link in comments ⬇️ or via our Linktree Shop in Bio.