Kids First Children's Services

17/06/2026

A huge thank you to Tracey Lawson and Denisa Hamilton from Kameleon Group for joining us today for our Lunch and Learn!
It was a wonderful hour of learning and professional collaboration - and a fantastic opportunity to deepen our understanding of the vital role that Behaviour Support Practitioners play in supporting so many children, teens and families.
This is exactly what a great multidisciplinary community looks like. 💜

16/06/2026

09/06/2026

Did you know this kind of support even existed? 💚

Many families on the Northern Beaches don't, until they find us.

Kids First's Early Intervention Specialist Teachers work one-to-one with children aged 2 to 8 right inside their preschools and schools. Not in a clinic. In the real world, where it actually counts.

In this video, our Early Intervention Specialist Jess Argent talks about what makes her role so rewarding. The moment a child does something independently for the first time. The steady, visible progress. And the feeling of working alongside parents and educators who are all committed to helping that child thrive.

What makes Kids First's Early Intervention Specialist Teachers truly unique is that they don't work alone. They are embedded in a team alongside our Child Psychologists, Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists, so every professional supporting your child is connected and talking to each other. Not working in separate silos. Your child's whole world, working as one.

Our Early Intervention Specialist Teachers have availability now and welcome enquiries from local families who need support for their children. 💛

📩 Send us a message or call 9938 5419. We would love to talk about whether this could be the support your child has been missing.

06/06/2026

Many thanks to Ekidna dee why for their very warm welcome last week!! It was wonderful to share our Community Service Seminar, 'How to Help Your Cild Make a Successful Start to School' with your passionate parents and committed educators

26/05/2026

Some practices have therapy dogs - and in the past we've had 'therapy rabbits' too! Today, Jinx the cat is here putting a smile on lots of people's faces!

24/05/2026

💛 There’s often lots of laughter coming from Zara’s therapy room at Kids First!

Gentle, kind and encouraging, she has a lovely way of helping children feel relaxed, confident and ready to learn.

Zara is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children to build their communication skills in ways that feel meaningful and authentic to them. She also loves helping children feel more confident with reading, spelling and writing - skills that can make such a difference both at school and in everyday life.

Families really appreciate the fun, playful energy Zara brings to her sessions - and children do too

We’re so lucky to have her as part of the Kids First team. 💛

21/05/2026

We’re looking for a Registered Psychologist to join our Kids First team in Brookvale.

This is a lovely opportunity for a psychologist who enjoys working with children and families, and who wants to be part of a workplace where people know each other, support each other, and genuinely work together.

At Kids First, our psychologists are not working in isolation. They are part of an experienced multidisciplinary team that includes Child Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Early Intervention Teachers.

That means there is always someone nearby to talk things through with, share ideas, ask a question, or help make sense of what a child or family might need next.

We have been supporting children and families on the Northern Beaches since 2007, and we are proud of the team culture we have built over many years.

Here’s what’s built into the role:

🔹 Early Finish Fridays at 12 noon
🔹 Regular clinical mentoring and support
🔹 Fortnightly multidisciplinary case conferences
🔹 Daily admin time
🔹 A friendly Customer Service Team that helps keep the day running smoothly
🔹 Above-award salary and quarterly reward opportunities
🔹 The chance to work with experienced clinicians who are generous with their knowledge

This role would suit a psychologist who values rewarding clinical work, warm relationships with families, and the chance to be part of a team where collaboration happens every day.

At Kids First, we believe you are a person first and a practitioner second. We want our clinicians to do work they are proud of, while still having energy left for the rest of their lives.

If you know a psychologist who might be a great fit for Kids First, please share this with them.

To find out more, contact us for a confidential chat on 9938 5419

14/05/2026

Thank you Patricia!

10/05/2026

Thank you to Angela Mollard for including Kids First’s thoughts in this article, which has appeared nationally this weekend. It’s a conversation many parents will recognise.

Prams are incredibly helpful when children are tired, overwhelmed, unwell or when families are managing busy streets, crowds, siblings and everyday logistics. They're also often essential when families are supporting children who have unique needs.

According to Kids First's OTs, children need regular, safe opportunities to walk, climb, run, balance and play actively when they can so their bodies can develop strength, coordination, stamina and confidence.

So, the message is not “ditch the pram”, but rather:

💎 use the pram when it genuinely helps
💎 look for small, safe moments when your child can walk beside you
💎 build active play into everyday routines
💎 encourage children to use their bodies in playgrounds, parks, backyards and open spaces
💎 remember that movement helps children build healthy habits, one ordinary day at a time

As parents, we're all doing our best in real-world conditions. Sometimes the pram is the practical choice. But when children have safe chances to get out, move and play, those everyday moments really do matter!

09/05/2026

The best way to spend Mother's Day. Breakfast at my favourite place with my favourite young man. Sending love to all the mums and remembering those who are watching over us ♥️