Set Your Child Up for Success Next Year

A free workshop for parents who want to use Term 4 to make sure their child starts next year with the right support in place.

You don't need to wait until the new school year to start thinking about what your child might need.

Term 4 is the perfect time to look at what's working, what isn't, and what needs to be communicated or put in place before the year ends.

📅 Wednesday, 14 October 2026
🕖 8pm AEDT
💻 Live online via Zoom(with replay available for registered attendees)

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    This workshop is for you if You:

    • are already wondering how your child will manage next year

    • don't want to start another school year from scratch

    • want to make sure important adjustments and supports carry over

    • aren't sure what information your child's next teacher needs

    • have had challenges this year that you don't want repeated next year

    • want to know what conversations to have with the school before the end of Term 4

    • have a child starting school, changing year levels, moving to high school or changing schools

    • simply want to feel more prepared for the year ahead

    Whether this year has gone well or has felt like one challenge after another, you'll leave with a clearer picture of what your child needs and practical next steps you can take now to help set them up for a supported start next year.

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    In this practical workshop, we’ll look at:

    ✓ How to use what you've learned about your child this year to plan for next year

    ✓ What needs to carry forward so you're not starting from scratch

    ✓ What your child's new teacher or school needs to understand about them

    ✓ The conversations worth having before the school year ends

    ✓ Practical steps you can take during Term 4 to prepare for a supported start

    You don't need to predict everything your child might need next year. The goal is to make sure you're not waiting until problems arise to start thinking about support.

    Meet Emily

    With nearly 20 years in education, including as a Learning and Support Teacher and Coordinator, I've worked alongside schools, teachers and families to support children with diverse needs.

    Today, through EmpowerEd, I help parents understand the school system, advocate with confidence and build collaborative partnerships with their child's school.

    My approach isn't about confrontation.

    It's about calm, informed and child-centred advocacy that helps everyone work towards the same goal: helping your child thrive.

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    FAQs

    Is the workshop really free?

    Yes. The workshop is completely free to attend.

    Will there be a recording?

    Yes. If you're registered but can't attend live, you'll receive access to the replay for a limited time.

    Can I ask questions?

    Absolutely. There will be time for questions at the end of the workshop.

    Is this relevant if my child doesn't have a diagnosis?

    Yes. Many children need support before a formal diagnosis, and the strategies discussed apply regardless of diagnosis. This is a good reminder that your child doesn’t need a formal diagnosis to receive adjustments at school.

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    Start next year with a plan

    You don't need to have everything figured out.

    But you can use Term 4 to make sure the people supporting your child next year understand what helps, what gets in the way and what needs to be in place from the beginning.

    Join me for this free workshop and leave knowing what you can do now to help set your child up for a supported start next year.