S&B Shared Steps - Guiding Families, Supporting Learners

26/08/2026

Deep breaths, parents - the back-to-school countdown is on!

As next week approaches, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of relief, excitement, and maybe a little anxiety - especially if your child finds big routine changes tricky or struggles to get back into "school mode."

Transitions can be tough, but you don't have to navigate them alone:

💤Gentle sleep shifts: Start bringing bedtime forward by 15 minutes each night to ease the morning shock.

🎒Build ownership: Involve your child in packing their bag or choosing their stationery to give them a sense of control.

☺️Lower the bar: Remember that the first couple of weeks are all about settling in - perfection isn't required!

If you notice your child feeling overwhelmed, struggling with routine, or needing a quick confidence boost as the term gets moving, we're here for you. We offer short-term transitional support to help smooth out those initial back-to-school - or nursery - bumps as well as ongoing specialist tuition and advocacy. 💛

Drop us a message to chat about how we at S&B Shared Steps can help your child thrive this term.

17/08/2026

Did you know we also offer daytime 1:1 and small group support alongside our regular specialist services?

Finding the right support during the day can make all the difference. Our Specialist Daytime Sessions provide bespoke intervention strategies tailored to your child's unique learning profile - whether that's at your home, my setting or in school.

Feel free to send us a direct message on Facebook or email [email protected] to learn more!


S&B Shared Steps - Guiding Families, Supporting Learners

11/08/2026

Is your child struggling to feel confident in the classroom, or do they need learning support that actually fits how their brain works? 💡

At S&B Shared Steps, we believe every learner deserves support that is as unique as they are. With over 30 years of experience working with students from all backgrounds, we provide fun, engaging, and specialised teaching and interventions from EYFS all the way through GCSE.

Whether your child needs a boost in handwriting skills, fine-tuning English GCSE material, or a mix of everything, we’re here to help guide your family every step of the way!

Our Services Include:
* 1:1 Specialist Teaching
* Reading & Handwriting Interventions
* Study Skills Coaching
* Screening Reports
* Family Advocacy
* ADHD Coaching
* Lego-Based Therapy
* Home Education Support

Rebuild your child's confidence in a fun, encouraging, and supportive environment tailored specifically to them.

Let's have a friendly chat: Send a message directly to our page or email us at [email protected], to book a completely free consultation 🐘

31/07/2026

Happy Friday!

As we head into the weekend, it’s a great time to reflect on the week behind us and look ahead. Navigating educational support, access arrangements, or finding the right path for your learner can often feel overwhelming. But when parents have clear information and real options, everything changes.

We’re here to walk alongside you - offering expert guidance and tailored support so you feel fully confident advocating for your child's needs.

How can we support your family's journey? Send us a message or pop over to our page to learn more, and have a wonderful, relaxing weekend!

27/07/2026

Summer is the perfect time for children to relax, but it is also a wonderful opportunity to rebuild their confidence. Without the usual school pressure, a low-demand environment gives them the perfect space to re-engage with learning at their own pace.

How we can help you this summer and beyond:

LEGO®-Based Therapy: small group & 1-on-1 sessions unlocking potential, communication, and emotional regulation through structured play.

Bespoke 1:1 In-Person Teaching: Rebuilding lost confidence with tailored learning.

Y10/Y11 GCSE support - fine tune those executive functioning skills to raise attainment even further!

Family Advocacy: Helping you understand school reports and stand up for your child.

Let’s have a friendly chat: Send a message directly to our page or email us at [email protected], to book a completely free consultation

27/07/2026

Happy Monday... I'm sharing some fantastic upcoming workshops that may be of interest!

Welcome back to Term 3.

Find out what free events we have coming up this week, along with our webinars and workshops for the term.

THIS WEEK
🔶 Working Together on the Transition to School – Webinar
📅 Mon, 27 Jul | 8:00pm
When your child is starting school, it can feel like there is so much to do. We’re joined by Kim Waldron from Early Ed to discuss how your child’s therapy or early intervention team can support you. We’ll explore how they can work with the school and help your child and family prepare for the transition.
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/infosession2707

🔶 Supporting Your Child’s Self Esteem – Virtual MyTime
📅 Tue, 28 Jul | 12:00pm
We all want our children to feel confident about who they are. But when they find certain things difficult, or start to compare themselves to others, it can be hard to know how to help. This Virtual MyTime session is a chance to connect with other parents and carers to share ways to build your child’s self-esteem.
🔗 Register: https://events.humanitix.com/mytimeonline2807

🔶 Connect & Chat – Virtual MyTime
📅 Thu, 30 Jul | 7:30pm
Are you looking to connect with other parents and carers who really understand what it’s like? This group is a space to share experiences, ask questions and find support with others who know the unique joys and challenges of raising a child with disability.
🔗 Register: https://events.humanitix.com/virtualmytime3007x

📌 Save the Date – Upcoming Workshops

🔶 Healthy Mothers Healthy Families – Workshop Series
📅 Tue, 4 Aug | 7:30pm or Mon, 10 Aug | 7:30pm
🔗 Register: https://collections.humanitix.com/hmhf

🔶 Advocacy at School – Workshop
📅 Wed, 12 Aug | 8:00pm or Mon, 17 Aug | 12:00pm
🔗 Register: https://collections.humanitix.com/advocacy

🔶 All About Me – Workshop
📅 Thu, 20 Aug | 8:00pm or Wed, 26 Aug | 12:00pm
🔗 Register: https://collections.humanitix.com/all-about-me

🔶 Making Therapy Work – Workshop
📅 Mon, 24 Aug | 8:00pm
🔗 Register: https://events.humanitix.com/mtwworkshop2408

📌 Save the Date – Upcoming Webinars

🔶 Understanding Seizures & Epilepsy – Medical Webinar
📅 Mon, 3 Aug | 12:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/mwebinar0308

🔶 PDA at School – Autism Webinar
📅 Mon, 3 Aug | 8:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/pdawebinar0308

🔶 Supporting Yourself During School Can’t – Webinar
📅 Mon, 10 Aug | 8:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/infosession1008

🔶 Blended Tube Feeding Family Panel – Medical Webinar
📅 Mon, 17 Aug | 12:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/mw1708

🔶 Understanding Autistic Friendships – Autism Webinar
📅 Mon, 17 Aug | 8:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/awebinar1708

🔶 A Conversation on Solo Parenting – Webinar
📅 Wed, 26 Aug | 8:00pm
🔗 Register to attend live or receive the recording: https://events.humanitix.com/infosession2608

👩🏻‍💻 All sessions are FREE and online. Times shown in NSW / AEST.

20/07/2026

SCHOOL HOLIDAY THANK YOU GIVEAWAY!

Good morning everyone!

We have officially made it to the start of the summer school holidays! ☀️

To celebrate, we wanted to take a moment to say a massive thank you to each and every one of you for being part of and supporting
S&B Shared Steps.

Whether you’ve been here from the very beginning or have recently joined us on this journey, your support, messages, and engagement mean the world to us.

To show my appreciation and help you kick off the holidays, I am running a little giveaway to treat one of you!

🥂🍾
A lovely bottle of Prosecco and chocolates (or a bottle of Nozecco if you prefer a non-alcoholic option!) could be yours to help you sit back, relax, and celebrate the start of the summer break.

How to enter:

**Like this post
**Drop a comment below (even just a quick hello or your favorite summer emoji! ☀️)
**Share this post to spread the love (optional, but greatly appreciated!)

The winner will be chosen at random this Friday at midday (24th July).

Good luck ... happy holidays, and thank you again for being so incredibly supportive ❤️

18/07/2026

Taking a Moment to Pause, Reset, and Recharge ...

Stepping into the crisp air and looking out over the mountain scenery was the ultimate way to pause and recharge!

Taking time to rest, breathe, and take in the view is just as important as the hard work we put in the rest of the year. Whether you're finding peace at the top of a mountain or taking an absolute leap of faith like Beth on this zip-line (yes, I did it too!), summer is all about finding that balance between resting and having adventures!

We are feeling fully energized, inspired by the beautiful scenery, and ready to support families with our summer sessions. We hope you and your family are finding some wonderful moments to pause, reset, and enjoy the holiday season too! ☀️

What’s your favourite way to switch off and recharge over the summer?

17/07/2026

A huge welcome to our newest followers here at S&B Shared Steps!

Beth and I are so incredibly glad you’re here. We started this page to be a warm, encouraging space for local families - sharing practical study ideas, learning tips, and general "we've been there" support.

To make sure we’re posting things that actually make your week a little easier - we would love to know what would help you most right now.

Which of these sounds best to you?

1 - Study Secrets: Practical study tips, gentle exam prep, and keeping learning stress-free.

2 - Playful Learning: Social skills, fun learning ideas, and family board game recommendations.

3 - The Parent Pitstop: General encouragement, relatable parenting chat, and navigating school years.

4 - Something else entirely! (Let us know what's on your mind).

Busy day? No essays required! Just reply with a single number (1, 2, or 3) in the comments below.

We are so thrilled to have you along for the journey. Have a lovely weekend!

16/07/2026

As we head into the final days of the school year, it’s so easy to get caught up in the chaotic summer rush. But it is also a beautiful time to pause and look back.

Think back to September. Your child might have been anxious about a new classroom, completely stuck on a learning hurdle, or just feeling overwhelmed by school. Look how far they’ve come since then.

Every tiny step forward - no matter how quiet - is a massive victory.

We've been reflecting on some of our own student wins recently, and they have absolutely made our year:

- The mock exam breakthrough: Watching a student's mock grade jump by 2 full grades in just 3 weeks once they received the right, targeted support.

- The instant connection: A student going from "camera off" to "camera on" in their very first session because they finally felt safe, comfortable, and understood.

- The confidence to "Step" in: Watching a student who used to struggle to cross the threshold learn to self-advocate and confidently step into the classroom.

- The joy of success: Seeing a child who has struggled for so long finally experience that irreplaceable feeling of "I can do this, and I am successful."

Progress looks different for every single child. Sometimes it’s an exam breakthrough, and sometimes it's simply finding the self-belief to try.

What is one win - big or small - that you're incredibly proud of your child for achieving this year?

Feel free to share some celebrations in the comments.