Necessity Kids

24/04/2026

Necessity Kids will be closed on Monday 27th April for this ANZAC Day long weekend as we take a moment to reflect, remember, and honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve for our country.
We look forward to seeing our Necessity Kids family on Tuesday.

Lest we forget.

14/04/2026

Sometimes the simplest activities make the biggest difference.
Giving kids a quiet moment to draw or colour can help them ease into the day,
support focus, and build fine motor skills in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
These are the kinds of skills often supported by Occupational Therapists,
helping children develop coordination, control, and confidence in everyday tasks.
At Necessity Kids, we focus on building these skills in ways that feel engaging, supportive, and tailored to each child💙

12/04/2026

Sometimes the simplest activities make the biggest difference.

Giving kids a quiet moment to draw or colour can help them ease into the day,
support focus, and build fine motor skills in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.

These are the kinds of skills often supported by Occupational Therapists,
helping children develop coordination, control, and confidence in everyday tasks.

At Necessity Kids, we focus on building these skills in ways that feel engaging, supportive, and tailored to each child 💛

08/04/2026

At Necessity Kids, supporting early childhood educators to embed inclusive practices is something we are deeply passionate about. Alongside working directly with children and families, we love sharing practical strategies, resources, and guidance that build confidence across teams.
We are grateful to be able to support children within their early childhood environments across the Illawarra, working collaboratively with educators to embed strategies into everyday routines, environments, and interactions. We also recognise the important role early childhood educators play in the lives of the children we support.
Through this collaborative partnership approach, we aim to build educator confidence while supporting meaningful participation for every child.
Inclusion is at the heart of quality early childhood education and care, but creating truly inclusive environments takes more than intention. It requires the right tools, shared understanding, and ongoing support.
That’s why we value resources like this eLearning module from ACECQA, designed to strengthen inclusive practice across the ECEC sector. It supports educators to respond to the diverse needs of children and families, while aligning with the National Quality Framework.
Our team is here to walk alongside educators, embedding strategies within everyday routines, building capacity, and supporting inclusion in meaningful, practical ways.

🔗 Read more: https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0KZ-Q0

Inclusion is central to quality early childhood education and care, but building capability across teams requires the right tools and support.

An eLearning module from ACECQA is designed to strengthen inclusive practice across the ECEC sector, supporting educators to better respond to the diverse needs of children and families.

The article explores what the module covers, how it aligns with the National Quality Framework, and why inclusion must remain a priority for services.

Read more: https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0KZ-Q0

02/04/2026

The Necessity Kids family (pets included!) have been getting into the Easter spirit!
From bunny ears and Easter themed activities, it’s been a fun and joyful lead-up to the long weekend.
As we head into the Easter break, we wish all of our families a wonderful, relaxing time filled with connection, laughter, Easter chocolate and special moments with your loved ones.
Happy Easter from our family to yours! 🐣

18/03/2026

We’re so grateful to spend our days supporting incredible children and families across the Illawarra

But when the weeks get busy and we’re all on the road…
we REALLY miss our work besties 🥹
So we make time. Whether that’s
a message, quick calls, voice notes, little check-ins or a funny meme.
Because even in the chaos,
the smallest moments of connection mean everything.

Always a team, no matter where we are.

12/03/2026

Understanding Speech Pathology |

It’s one of the most common questions parents ask.

Speech and language development can vary, but sometimes it’s worth exploring further if a child:

has difficulty being understood for their age
uses very few words
gets frustrated when trying to communicate
shows ongoing stuttering

Speech pathologists support children with speech, language and communication in ways that feel natural and engaging.

Sometimes it’s reassurance.
Sometimes early support can make things easier for a child as they grow.

10/03/2026

Communication development can raise many questions for parents.

Over the next few posts we’ll share simple insights into how speech pathology supports children’s communication in everyday life.

From speech sounds and language development to confidence expressing ideas, this short series will explore what speech therapy actually helps with.

05/03/2026

Medicare funding for speech therapy has expanded for eligible children and young people under 25.

This update may reduce the cost of assessment and treatment for some families.

If your child is experiencing ongoing difficulty being understood, persistent speech sound errors or stuttering, it may be worth speaking with your GP to explore eligibility.

If you’d like support understanding the referral pathway, our team is here to help.

03/03/2026

Understanding OT Part 3 Fine Motor Skills

In Occupational Therapy, fine motor skills refer to the small hand movements children use every day for writing, dressing, eating and play.

It’s completely normal for children to develop at different rates.

OT support may help when everyday tasks feel consistently frustrating, tiring, or your child is avoiding them altogether.

Building these small skills helps grow independence and confidence over time.

We’re here to support you.