At Ruben’s Place, we recognise that transitioning from an in-home or group based early intervention program to school is a crucial phase that requires careful planning for a successful educational start.
Our Intensive Group-Based Early Intervention Therapy Program emphasises building essential school readiness skills through Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). With an impressive 1:2 staff-to-student ratio, we foster skill development and minimise learning barriers, empowering children for a confident start to their schooling.
We deliver structured, intensive group instruction, focusing on group participation, social skills, and independent routines essential for a successful school experience. Children engage in activities designed to:
Our program supports generalisation by placing participants in a group learning setting. This helps budding learners overcome barriers and transition smoothly into school. Individualised goals are collaboratively set with parents and caregivers to enhance each child’s unique skill set.
Ruben’s Place thrives on a structured environment, intensive staff-to-student ratios, and evidence-based intervention strategies using the principles of Today’s ABA, to support socially significant outcomes for our learners. Today’s ABA emphasises student safety and well-being, fostering an educational space where every child’s growth is nurtured and supported.
As a registered NDIS provider, participation in our program may be funded through the NDIS, depending on individual plan allowances.
The Rubens Place program is delivered in either a 2-day per week group or a 3-day per week group. The program typically runs in two, 6-month blocks per year. Each block having a 2 week break every 10 weeks.
Although we encourage participation for the entire duration of the program, participants are able to exit the program by giving 2 weeks’ notice.
Each group typically has a 1:2 ratio supporting four participants these include a Lead Therapist and a Shadow Therapist. Each participant’s program is designed, monitored and updated by a Clinical Supervisor throughout the year.
Ruben’s Place also has an on-site Speech and Language Pathologist to provide consultation to teams on communication supports based on group and individual participant needs.
At Ruben’s Place, we know that structure, routine, and a nurturing environment are key to helping children thrive. Our daily program is thoughtfully designed to balance learning, play, and essential life skills while building trust, confidence, and independence. Here’s a look at a typical day at Ruben’s Place, where every moment is an opportunity....
Helping kids learn from others is one of the most important skills they can develop. It’s the key to building healthier interactions and relationships in every area of life. Group learning—where children observe, participate, and interact with others—sets the stage for success in school, social settings, and the wider world....
