Tuning in to kids | Daytime*

Name: Tuning in to kids | Daytime*
Start: 2026-10-26T10:00:00+11:00
End: 2026-10-26T12:00:00+11:00

Monday 26 October @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm AEDT

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Foster your child’s emotional development.

Tuning in to Kids^TM is an evidence-based program that helps you support your child in developing emotional intelligence.

You’ll learn skills in emotion coaching—recognizing, understanding, and managing both your and your child’s emotions. When children develop these skills, they’re better equipped to handle life’s ups and downs.

In this program, you’ll learn to:

Tune in to your child’s emotions and understand their emotional experience.
Communicate with your child in ways that build connection.
Use new strategies to manage tricky moments.
Support your child in managing their emotions and handling conflict.

Who is it for?
Parents, primary carers and family members of children aged 4-12 years.
While Tuning in to Kids is not a disability-specific program, it will provide families with an opportunity to use the approach to their child’s specific needs.

When
Weekly online sessions over seven weeks. Each session runs for 2 hours. Because each session builds on the previous week, participants are expected to attend all seven sessions.
Mondays, 26 October to Monday 7 December 2026,
10 am to 12 pm (NSW, ACT, VIC and TAS)
*Please note: if there is limited interest in the daytime sessions, we may reschedule the program to the evening. We will let registered families know as early as possible if this happens.

Where
Online via Zoom.
This program is open to families anywhere in Australia. Joining instructions will be emailed before the program begins. If you require accessibility support, please let us know when registering.

Cost
Free

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Please RSVP to secure your place.
Places are limited. To help create a consistent and supportive group experience, participants will be asked to confirm they can attend all eight sessions. The group will proceed once at least six participants have confirmed their commitment.

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Facilitator
Melo Kalemkeridis, a trained peer worker and parent raising a child with a disability.

Frequently asked question

Is this program suitable for parents of children with disability or developmental delay?

Yes. Tuning in to Kids focuses on understanding children’s emotions and learning practical ways to support their emotional development in everyday moments. Every child is different. The strategies discussed can be adapted to suit your child’s strengths, needs and stage of development.

Can both parents or carers attend?

Yes. We welcome parents, carers and other family members to attend together. If more than one person plans to attend, please state this in the registration.

Is this service confidential?

Yes. Facilitators maintain confidentiality and ask all participants to respect the privacy of others in the group. However, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed when participating in a group setting, as other participants are responsible for maintaining privacy outside the sessions.

Are the sessions recorded?

Sessions are recorded for internal training and quality assurance purposes only. Recordings are not shared with participants or used for any public purpose. To help create a safe and respectful environment, participants are asked to keep group discussions confidential.

Do you offer make-up sessions if I can’t make one?

Unfortunately, make-up sessions are not available. Each session builds on the previous week, so participants are expected to attend all eight sessions.
If you miss a session, your facilitator may be able to provide a brief overview of the content covered. If you miss one of the foundational sessions, you may be asked to complete the program in a future group to ensure you receive the full benefit of the course.

Do I need to have my camera on?

Yes. Participants are asked to keep their camera on throughout the program. This helps create a connected group experience and allows facilitators to confirm attendance for participants seeking a Certificate of Completion.
If you are unable to keep your camera on for any reason, please discuss this with the facilitator or event organiser before the program begins so we can explore available options with you.

Do I get a certificate at the end?

Yes. Participants who attend all sessions and keep their camera on throughout the program will receive a Certificate of Completion.
If you are unable to keep your camera on, we may be able to provide a letter confirming your attendance on specific dates and times instead.

Can professionals attend this program?

This program is for parents, carers and family members only. We are unable to accommodate professionals in this group.
If you work with families, please feel free to share information about the program with those you support.

More about the program	Learn more about the Tuning in to kids program.
Contact details	For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Mana, Learning Together Manager, at mana@plumtree.org.au
Funding	Plumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.

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