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’re worried your child’s current support may not automatically carry into next year

    • You have reports and recommendations but aren’t sure how they translate into a practical transition plan

    • Your child is starting school, changing schools or moving into a new year level

    • You’re concerned that a new teacher may not fully understand your child

    • You aren’t sure what information to share or what questions to ask

    • You want to begin next year proactively rather than waiting for problems to arise

    • Your child has additional learning, communication, regulation, behavioural, social or emotional needs, with or without a formal diagnosis

    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.

    In this practical workshop, we’ll look at:

    ✓ Why existing adjustments and reports don’t always become an effective transition plan
    ✓ The five areas every parent should check before the new school year
    ✓ How to identify what is in place, what may not carry over and what is still missing
    ✓ The questions to ask so responsibilities and next steps are clear
    ✓ How to choose the transition gaps that need attention first

    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.