SDN Beranga Autism Specific Preschool

SDN Beranga is a purpose built preschool in Rooty Hill providing intensive and targeted support for 27 children daily with autism. The program supports children's development, learning and successful transition to school through individualised, strengths-based approaches.

At SDN Beranga, our qualified Early Childhood Teachers and Educators create engaging, child-centred learning experiences that build on each child's strengths, interests and goals. The preschool has spacious indoor and outdoor learning areas.

SDN Beranga is also known for its inclusive and evidence-based practice around mealtimes. The preschool’s first cook, Agatha Nicol, shared her nutritious, affordable and approachable meals with the world by publishing SDN Beranga mealtimes: cooking for and sharing meals with your child on the autism spectrum. You can view and download the book for free here.

Families can also access SDN Early Childhood Intervention onsite, with therapists working alongside educators to provide coordinated support tailored to each child’s needs. Therapy services can be funded through a child's NDIS plan or accessed on a fee-for-service basis.

SDN Beranga has supported hundreds of autistic children and their families, many of whom have transitioned into mainstream education settings after their time at the preschool.

Working in close partnership with families and allied health therapists, we are committed to supporting every child to feel valued, included and confident as they learn and grow.

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