Plumtree

Circle of Security | Monday
2026-08-03 19:30 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney)
Supports and strengthens child-parent relationships

The Circle of Security is an evidence-based program that helps build and strengthen child-parent relationships. Research shows that when children have at least one secure relationship with a parent or carer, they enjoy better health, stronger relationships, and greater success in their future education.

Our online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared.

In this program, you’ll learn to:

Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to recognize their emotional needs.

Support your child in managing their emotions.

Build your child’s self-esteem.

Honor your inner wisdom and your desire to make your child feel safe and secure.

You might also be interested to know that we are running a Circle of Security group especially for dads (Tuesdays), as well as a daytime group (Fridays).

This program is for

Parents, carers, and family members of children aged 0-12 years. While the Circle of Security is not a disability-specific program, it will help families apply the approach to their child’s unique needs.

When

Weekly online sessions across eight weeks.Each session is 2 hours, and attending all sessions is required.From Monday 3 August to Monday 21 September 2026, 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm AEST/ NSW, ACT, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed.

Where

The event will be delivered online via Zoom. Families from anywhere in Australia are welcome to join. Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support, please let us know when you register.

Cost

Free

RSVP

Please RSVP to secure your place.The group will only go ahead if at least six participants confirm they will attend the full program.

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Your facilitator

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

To provide personalised support, we ask families to enrol in one course per term, helping us focus on helping each family reach their goals.

Additional info

More about the programLearn more about the Circle of Security program.Certificate of CompletionTo receive a certificate of attendance, we kindly ask that participants have their cameras on for all seven sessions. This helps us confirm your attendance and engagement so that we can provide you with your certificate.Contact detailsFor more information or questions, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.auProfessionalsAt this time, we cannot accommodate professionals in this program. Please feel free to share our course details with the families you support.FundingPlumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.

Plumtree is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home, in the community, online or at our Marrickville centre.

We also offer free playgroups, workshops and programs for all families, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together.

Our work is co-designed with families, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.

Circle of Security | for dads and male carers
2026-08-04 19:30 - 21:30
Supports and strengthens child-parent relationships

The Circle of Security is an evidence-based program that helps build and strengthen child-parent relationships. Research shows that when children have at least one secure relationship with a parent or carer, they enjoy better health, stronger relationships, and greater success in their future education.

Our online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared.

In this program, you’ll learn to:

Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to recognize their emotional needs.

Support your child in managing their emotions.

Build your child’s self-esteem.

Honor your inner wisdom and your desire to make your child feel safe and secure.

You might also be interested to know that we are running a Circle of Security daytime group (Fridays), as well as an evening group (Mondays). Both groups are open to all parents and carers.

This program is for

Fathers and other male primary carers of children aged 0-12 years.While the Circle of Security is not a disability-specific program, it will help families apply the approach to their child’s unique needs.

When

Weekly online sessions across eight weeks.Each session is 2 hours, and attending all sessions is required.From Tuesday 4 August to Tuesday 22 September 2026, 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm AEDT/ NSW, ACT, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed.

Where

The event will be delivered online via Zoom. Families from anywhere in Australia are welcome to join. Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support, please let us know when you register.

Cost

Free

RSVP

Please RSVP to secure your place.The group will only go ahead if at least six participants confirm they will attend the full eight-session program.

Flyer

View | Share | Download

Your facilitator

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

To provide personalised support, we ask families to enrol in one course per term, helping us focus on helping each family reach their goals.

Additional info

More about the programLearn more about the Circle of Security program.Certificate of CompletionTo receive a certificate of attendance, we kindly ask that participants have their cameras on for all seven sessions. This helps us confirm your attendance and engagement so that we can provide you with your certificate.Contact detailsFor more information, please feel free to contact Mana, Parent Learning For more information or questions, feel free to contact Mana, Learning Together Manager, mana@plumtree.org.auProfessionalsAt this time, we cannot accommodate professionals in this program. Please feel free to share our course details with the families you support.FundingPlumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.

Plumtree is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home, in the community, online or at our Marrickville centre.

We also offer free playgroups, workshops and programs for all families, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together.

Our work is co-designed with families, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.

Circle of Security | Friday daytime
2026-08-07 10:00 - 12:00
Supports and strengthens child-parent relationships

The Circle of Security is an evidence-based program that helps build and strengthen child-parent relationships. Research shows that when children have at least one secure relationship with a parent or carer, they enjoy better health, stronger relationships, and greater success in their future education.

Our online sessions are interactive and designed to create a safe, supportive space for everyone. Recordings are not shared.

In this program, you’ll learn to:

Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to recognize their emotional needs.

Support your child in managing their emotions.

Build your child’s self-esteem.

Honor your inner wisdom and your desire to make your child feel safe and secure.

You might also be interested to know that we are running a Circle of Security group especially for dads (Tuesdays), as well as an evening group (Mondays).

This program is for

Parents, carers, and family members of children aged 0-12 years. While the Circle of Security is not a disability-specific program, it will help families apply the approach to their child’s unique needs.

When

Weekly online sessions across eight weeks.Each session is 2 hours, and attending all sessions is required.From Friday 7 August to Friday 25 September 202610 am to 12 pm AEST/ NSW, ACT, VIC and TAS timePlease adjust for your own time zone if needed.

Where

The event will be delivered online via Zoom. Families from anywhere in Australia are welcome to join. Instructions will be emailed to you closer to the event date.If you need accessibility support, please let us know when you register.

Cost

Free

RSVP

Please RSVP to secure your place.The group will only go ahead if at least six participants confirm they will attend the full eight-session program.

Flyer

View | Share | Download

Your facilitator

Beth McDonalds, trained peer worker and parent raising a child with a disability.

To provide personalised support, we ask families to enrol in one course per term, helping us focus on helping each family reach their goals.

Additional info

More about the programLearn more about the Circle of Security program.Certificate of CompletionTo receive a certificate of attendance, we kindly ask that participants have their cameras on for all seven sessions. This helps us confirm your attendance and engagement so that we can provide you with your certificate.Contact detailsFor more information or questions, feel free to contact Mana (Learning Together Manager) mana@plumtree.org.auProfessionalsAt this time, we cannot accommodate professionals in this program. Please feel free to share our course details with the families you support.FundingPlumtree’s free programs are funded through the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways program.

Plumtree is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. Trusted for 40 years, we work alongside children and families in the early years to build confidence, capability and inclusion. Plumtree provides therapy and specialist support for children from birth to 8 years in everyday settings — at home, in the community, online or at our Marrickville centre.

We also offer free playgroups, workshops and programs for all families, along with an inclusive preschool where children of all abilities learn together.

Our work is co-designed with families, including programs like Now & Next and Pictability, and we partner with organisations and government to build more inclusive communities.
