Enhancing communication access through inclusive, interactive learning opportunities

Delivered by Kathryn Marrington (B.Sp Path MSPA CPSP), the program integrates innovative, screen-free technology with flexible online learning.

  • Program Overview

    The TalkiPlay Language Program for Early Childhood Professionals is a play-based, research-backed professional development initiative designed to:

    - Boost educator confidence in scaffolding language experiences

    - Enhance communication abilities for all children aged 2–5 years

    - Align with Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG) and EYLF Outcomes

  • Key Features

    - Self-paced micro-learning — bite-sized modules, zero back-fill needed

    -Interactive Reflective Journal — practical prompts to embed strategies in real time

    - Individualised Learning Pathways — tailored to your centre’s needs

    - Family Partnerships — strategies to co-create lasting communication solutions

  • Kindy Uplift Priority Areas

    - Oral Language & Literacy

    - Executive Functioning

    - Social & Emotional Learning

  • At completion, educators will be able to...

    - Explain TalkiPlay’s evidence base and setup steps

    - Observe and analyse children’s communication strengths and challenges

    - Adapt environments and routines to foster inclusion

    - Embed repetition and predictability to support regulation and learning

    - Partner with families to co-create strategies that stick

Training Package

  • Includes:

    - 5–7 webinars delivered by a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

    - 1:1 TalkiPlay communication support session

    - Online training course access

    - Printed Interactive Learning Journal

    - Printable reflection resources

  • Core Modules:

    1. Welcome to TalkiPlay

    2. Moments of Success

    3. Enabling Environments

    4. Repetition & Predictability

    5. Empowering Families

  • Optional Learning Streams:

    - Supportive Strategies: Co-Regulation, Declarative Language, Making Language Visible

    - Underlying Challenges: Executive Functioning, Nervous System Regulation

    Diverse Developmental Profiles: Neurodivergent learners, EAL/D, Speech Sound Articulation, Complex Communication Needs

Package Options

  • TalkiPlay Communication Champion Program

    Delivery Method:
    7 webinars with a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
    1-1 TalkiPlay communication support session
    Online training course access for two educators
    Observation and reflection worksheets to support EYLF planning cycle for Lead Educator.

    Centre Cost:  $1,550 (+$300 for each additional educator)

    Numbers included: 2 attendees.

    Included resources:
    Observation and reflection worksheets to support EYLF planning cycle for Lead Educator

    1 TalkiPlayer
    1 enabled communication rainbow
    1 enabled communication planet set
    15 enabled communication smart stickers
    Premium language games access

    Printed interactive learning journal for all participants

  • TalkiPlay Multi-Educator Program

    Delivery Method:
    7 webinars with a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
    1-1 TalkiPlay communication support session
    Online training course access for six educators
    Observation and reflection worksheets to support EYLF planning cycle for Lead Educator.


    Centre Cost: $3804

    Numbers included: 6 attendees.

    Included resources:
    4 TalkiPlayers
    2 enabled communication rainbow sets
    2 enabled communication planet sets
    20 enabled communication smart stickers
    Premium language games access

    1-1 setup technical support
    Technical support guide access

    Printed interactive learning journal for all participants

Parent Support Package

Includes:

- Loanable resource pack

- Unlimited access to Talking Together video modules

- 1 TalkiPlayer + communication sets

✨ Empower your educators. Enhance communication. Build inclusive, language-rich classrooms.

Contact us today to tailor the TalkiPlay Language Program to your service’s needs.

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