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08/10/2026

Welcome to Jurassic Park… A Growing Understanding edition. 🦎🐍

Our Exploring Nature & Language group got a little wild today when Lake Mac Zoo arrived with some very special guests.

Cue plenty of curiosity, questions, describing, sharing ideas and connecting around something genuinely exciting.

And judging by the curious onlookers, the kids weren’t the only ones interested. 👀

We love finding different ways to make communication practice feel engaging and meaningful - sometimes that means games, sometimes craft… and apparently, sometimes it means reptiles and a very dramatic soundtrack.

A big thank you to Lake Mac Zoo for bringing the experience to us - and for giving our team their own little Jurassic Park moment. 💜

 

07/10/2026

Sometimes what you need most is a familiar voice who knows where to go next. 💜

Our Client Experience Team are often the first people our families speak to - and the people they come back to throughout their speech pathology journey.

They answer the questions. Help navigate appointments and changing schedules. Find options that work for families. Celebrate the good news. And offer a little reassurance when things feel less straightforward.

They are also an important support for our Speech Pathologists - keeping everyone connected, sharing information and helping all the moving pieces come together behind the scenes.

So, if you’re wondering what your child’s next step might be, thinking about starting speech pathology, or getting organised for Term 4, these are the people to talk to.

They can help you understand your options, current availability and what might work best for your family.

You don’t need to have it all figured out before you get in touch. Start with a conversation. 🌿

 

School holidays. Spring weather. And lighter evenings...Sounds like a pretty good excuse to take speech pathology practi...
06/10/2026

School holidays. Spring weather. And lighter evenings...

Sounds like a pretty good excuse to take speech pathology practice outside.

One of the things we often remind families is that working towards communication goals does not have to mean recreating a therapy session at home.

A walk, scavenger hunt, backyard obstacle course or afternoon at the park can create plenty of natural opportunities to practise vocabulary, speech sounds, following instructions, sequencing and conversation - all while your child is busy doing something they actually enjoy.

And if you’re not sure how to take your child’s current goals into everyday play, ask your Speech Pathologist. Sometimes a change of scenery is all you need to make practice feel a little less like practice. 💜
 

02/10/2026

There has been a lot of talk about Thriving Kids starting in October - but that does not mean every new support or change starts now. 💜

In NSW, Thriving Kids is being introduced gradually. Some general supports, including parent peer support and supported playgroups, are beginning from October, with more services becoming available over time. Targeted supports, including short-term allied health, are due to begin from January 2027.

And there are still details families are waiting on. The NSW commissioning process is continuing, with procurement outcomes expected across October and November.

So, for now:

💜 Choose your information sources carefully and come back to official updates.
💜 Remember that changes to NDIS access do not commence until 1 January 2028.
💜 Keep focusing on the support your child needs today.

At A Growing Understanding, we will continue supporting our families, sharing reliable information as it becomes available and helping you navigate the questions that come with change.

If you are an AGU family and you are feeling unsure about what any of this means for your child, please talk with us.

There is still uncertainty - but you do not have to carry all of it on your own. 🌿

01/10/2026

October is here - and around A Growing Understanding, that means Understanding Month. 💜

It’s a month filled with awareness days and opportunities to learn more about the different ways children communicate, learn, participate and experience the world.

For us, though, understanding is not something that belongs to a single day or campaign. It is something we keep building - through listening, learning, reflecting and making sure the support we offer continues to feel inclusive, respectful and centred on the individual child and family.

And this October, we also get to do that with a few fresh faces.

This is a little behind-the-scenes glimpse from our latest video/photo shoot with frida agency_176 and Lee Nichols Photography - capturing some of our new(ish) faces 🌿

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing more around ADHD, AAC, stuttering, Down Syndrome, dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorder, along with the practical things families and communities can do to create more understanding every day.

Here’s to a new month, new perspectives and plenty more understanding to grow.

 

We couldn’t help getting swept up in a little footy finals fever… especially after Matty Johns described the feeling aft...
30/09/2026

We couldn’t help getting swept up in a little footy finals fever… especially after Matty Johns described the feeling after a Knights win as “better than LEGO.” 🏉🧱

We have one question…

Has he actually tried our LEGO group? 👀

Our Let’s Grow with Lego group is happening just three days after the Grand Final, bringing together LEGO, creativity, problem-solving, communication and plenty of opportunities to connect with others.

So whether the Knights get the win or not, we know one thing…

LEGO still wins around here. ❤️💙🧱

Visit our Group Programs page to learn more and enquire about a place.

29/09/2026

This is your sign… to make sure you know what your child is working towards in speech therapy. 💜

Whether you’re just beginning your speech pathology journey or have been attending sessions for a while, having clear, meaningful goals matters.

Why? Because families deserve to understand what their child is working on, why it matters and what progress might look like.

Your speech pathologist should be able to explain the purpose behind each session - even when, from the outside, it looks like a whole lot of play!

Those goals are what give the work direction. And when the practice starts turning into progress, we get those wonderful High 5 moments that remind everyone how far your child has come. ✋

With the final stretch of the year approaching, now is a great time to check in on your child’s goals, celebrate what they have achieved and think about what you would like to work towards next.

Clear goals. Meaningful progress. Plenty of reasons to celebrate. 🌿

If you're considering starting speech pathology, or it's time to review your child's current goals, our team is here when you're ready.
 

Did you know that one of the ways we support families at A Growing Understanding is by sharing free, practical informati...
28/09/2026

Did you know that one of the ways we support families at A Growing Understanding is by sharing free, practical information to help make navigating speech pathology services a little easier? 💜

Because finding the right support for your child is one thing. Understanding how to access and fund it can be another.

Our recently updated Speech Pathology Funding Guide is just one of the ways we like to help.

Designed as a useful starting point for families, it brings together information about funding and rebate options, including:

🌿 NDIS
🌿 Medicare, including M10 and other relevant pathways
🌿 Private health insurance
🌿 Other funding and payment options worth exploring

It includes a simple at-a-glance overview, information about what each pathway may offer, and practical guidance on where to start.

It isn't a definitive guide to eligibility or funding entitlements, but it can help you understand your options and know which questions to ask next.

And it's completely free to download.

Click the link below to access your copy.

Because helping families feel informed and supported is an important part of what we do. 🌿

https://www.agrowingunderstanding.com.au/resources/speech-pathology-funding-guide/

Communication is not just about being understood. It is also about feeling safe to express who you are. 🌈For LGBTQ+ youn...
25/09/2026

Communication is not just about being understood. It is also about feeling safe to express who you are. 🌈

For LGBTQ+ young people, that can make everyday communication more complex.

They may be working out how to talk about identity, introduce a chosen name or pronouns, respond when someone gets it wrong, or navigate conversations with family, friends, school and the wider community.

This is one of the reasons inclusive, affirming speech pathology matters.

Our role can include helping young people find the words they want to use, practise conversations that feel difficult, build self-advocacy skills and explore communication strategies that feel right for them.

It can also mean supporting families to better understand what their young person needs, how to respond in ways that feel respectful, and how to keep communication open.

At its core, it is about creating more opportunities for young people to feel heard, understood and supported by the people around them. 💜

Getting ready for school can happen in lots of different ways. 🎒💜Earlier this week, Zoe got out into the community and s...
24/09/2026

Getting ready for school can happen in lots of different ways. 🎒💜

Earlier this week, Zoe got out into the community and spent some time sharing information and resources with families who are starting to think about that next step.

For some families, preparation might look like attending school orientation days and getting familiar with a new environment.

For others, it might mean thinking a little more about communication, confidence, early literacy, routines or the skills their child will draw on as they move into school.

And sometimes, it is simply about having the right information at the right time.

That is why we have a few different ways families can access support as school gets closer:

🌿 Our free School Ready, Parents Steady resource - the guide you can see on Zoe’s table - is designed to help families think through the transition and feel a little more prepared.

🌿 Our Skilled for School group will also return in Term 4, giving children opportunities to practise communication, literacy, participation and school-related skills in a supportive group environment.

There is no single way to get “ready” for school. Sometimes it is about finding the combination of information, experiences and support that works for your child and family.

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7-8/48 Oakdale Road
Gateshead, NSW
2290

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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