Centre of Hope provides early childhood intervention, which the NDIS calls early childhood supports, and early learning support for young children with developmental delay or disability across Sydney and NSW. We work with children, families, carers and educators to build communication, social, emotional and early learning skills through play, at home and in the places children learn.
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Prefer to talk now? Call 0432 250 900, weekdays 9am to 5pm, or email hello@centreofhope.com.au.
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Support that grows with your child.
Every child develops at their own pace. We focus on your child's strengths and the skills that help them join in at home, in early learning and in the community.
Early childhood intervention
Individual support for children with developmental delay or disability, built around their strengths, abilities and developmental goals.
Learning and school readiness
Building the skills children need in early learning and for starting school: attention, following instructions, emotional regulation, independence and joining in group activities.
Social and emotional development
Helping children build confidence, understand their emotions, make friends and find positive ways to interact, through play-based activities.
Communication and play skills
Engaging, age-appropriate play that encourages communication, social interaction, problem-solving and learning.
Behavioural and emotional support
Working with children and families to understand behaviour and build positive strategies for everyday routines. Where specialist behaviour support is needed, see our positive behaviour support service.
Family and educator support
Practical strategies for parents, carers, childcare educators and preschool teachers, so your child gets consistent support everywhere they learn.
For a child younger than 6 with developmental delay, or younger than 9 with disability, the NDIA asks families to contact the early childhood partner in their area. In Western Sydney that is Northcott, in Nepean Blue Mountains it is Lifestart, and in South Western Sydney it is EACH. You can also call the NDIA on 1800 800 110.
From 1 October 2026 the Australian Government began rolling out Thriving Kids for children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and/or autism with low to moderate support needs. The NDIA says there will be no changes to NDIS access or eligibility until 1 January 2028. Read the NDIA's Thriving Kids update.
Early childhood support is for young children and the people who love them.
- Young children with developmental delay or disability
- Children who find communication, behaviour, social skills or learning hard
- Families who want to feel confident supporting their child's development
- Childcare educators and preschool teachers who want practical strategies
- Families with NDIS early childhood funding, and families looking for privately paid support
Every child is different.
Children often learn best in familiar, comfortable places and through play. Our approach is family-centred and inclusive, and we celebrate each child's strengths and progress, however small. We focus on:
- Individual, play-based learning and development
- Working in partnership with families and carers
- Collaboration with educators and the other professionals in your child's support
- A welcoming, culturally inclusive approach
- Practical strategies that fit everyday family routines
Where we see children
Depending on your child's needs and goals, we can work with them at home, at childcare and early learning centres, at preschool and in other community settings across Sydney. Our support works alongside your child's childcare, preschool or school. It does not replace them.
Five steps. At your family's pace.
We keep it simple, warm and focused on your child from the first conversation.
A first conversation
Tell us about your child, what you have noticed and what you would like to see change.
Check your funding
We look at your child's NDIS early childhood funding together, or talk through privately paid options.
Getting to know your child
We learn how your child plays, communicates and learns, with you and, where you agree, their educators.
Goals and a plan
Together we set clear goals and choose the strategies and activities to work on.
Support and review
We work with your child and the adults around them, and review progress with you regularly.
Early childhood supports under the NDIS
For children with NDIS funding, early childhood supports are usually paid from Improved daily living in the Capacity Building budget, using the early childhood support items in Appendix 5 of the NDIS Pricing Schedule.
The Pricing Schedule describes early childhood supports as evidence-based early childhood intervention supports for children 0 to 9 years (including children aged 0 to 6 with developmental delay) and their families. Current price limits are in the NDIS Pricing Schedule. They are maximums, not fixed prices.
Families who are not NDIS participants are welcome to talk to us about privately paid services. For NDIS participants, support must match the child's goals and the funding in their plan.
The way we work with you.
Plain language
We explain what we are working on and why, and how you can help at home.
Your child's goals first
Everything we do links to your child's goals, and we check in regularly on progress.
Safe and respectful
Screened workers who follow the NDIS Code of Conduct and respect your family's privacy.
Working with educators
With your consent, we share strategies with your child's childcare, preschool or school.
Your choice
You choose your providers. If we also provide another of your family's supports, we tell you plainly and leave the decision with you.
Celebrating progress
We notice and celebrate every step forward, however small.
Good questions, honest answers.
What is early childhood intervention?
Support for young children with developmental delay or disability, and their families, to build the skills children need for everyday life: communicating, playing, learning and getting along with others. It works best when families and educators are involved.
Is this the same as childcare or preschool?
No. Our support works alongside your child's childcare, preschool or school, and we can visit them there with your agreement. It does not replace them.
My child does not have an NDIS plan. Can you still help?
Yes. Families can talk to us about privately paid services. For NDIS access, contact the early childhood partner in your area or call the NDIA on 1800 800 110.
What is Thriving Kids, and does it change the NDIS for my child?
Thriving Kids is a new Australian Government program for children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and/or autism with low to moderate support needs. Its first supports started on 1 October 2026, and the NDIA says there will be no changes to NDIS access or eligibility until 1 January 2028.
Where do you see children?
At home, at childcare and early learning centres, at preschool and in other community settings across Sydney, depending on your child's needs and goals.
Do you work with my child's educators?
Yes, with your agreement. We share practical strategies with childcare educators and preschool teachers so your child gets consistent support.
Every child deserves a great start.
Talk to us about your child's needs and how early childhood support could help your family.
Centre of Hope Pty Ltd · ABN 89 669 596 936 · Registered NDIS provider 4050161679 · verify on the NDIS Commission registerGeneral information only, current as at 11 October 2026. What your plan funds is decided by the NDIA. NDIS rules change, so check the latest at ndis.gov.au.