Supporting Early Childhood Well-Being on the Sunshine Coast with Kindy Uplift & Cooroy Therapy
At Cooroy Therapy, we are passionate about supporting children’s emotional and social development from an early age. We know that early intervention plays a crucial role in helping little ones build resilience, emotional regulation skills, and strong relationships—setting them up for success as they grow.
That’s why we’re excited to collaborate with kindergartens and early learning centres across the Sunshine Coast through initiatives like the Kindy Uplift Program to provide tailored mental health support for children in need.
What is the Kindy Uplift Program?
The Kindy Uplift Program, funded by the Queensland Department of Education, provides eligible kindergartens with resources to enhance children’s social, emotional, and language development. This initiative is designed to give every child the best start by ensuring they receive the right support within their early learning environment.
One of the key areas of focus is social and emotional well-being, helping children:
✅ Develop emotional regulation skills
✅ Build positive relationships with peers and educators
✅ Strengthen confidence and resilience
✅ Learn strategies to manage big feelings
How Cooroy Therapy Can Help
Cooroy Therapy works alongside early childhood educators and families to deliver engaging, evidence-based programs tailored to the unique needs of each service. Through the Kindy Uplift funding, we can offer:
🎨 Play-Based Emotional Regulation Programs – Fun, interactive sessions that help children recognize and manage emotions in a safe, supportive space.
💬 Small Group & One-on-One Counselling – Tailored support for children who need extra help with anxiety, social skills, or emotional expression.
👩🏫 Educator & Parent Workshops – Training on trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and practical strategies to help children thrive.
🏫 Onsite Support in Kindy & Early Learning Centres – We bring our expertise directly to your service, working alongside educators to embed social-emotional learning into daily routines.
Can My Centre Work with Cooroy Therapy Under Kindy Uplift?
Yes! While some may assume that only certain providers can deliver services under Kindy Uplift, the Department of Education does not have an approved list of suppliers. Instead, each kindergarten service has the flexibility to choose providers that meet their specific needs.
This means that Cooroy Therapy can support your centre, as long as the necessary checks—such as blue cards, insurance, and staff qualifications—are in place. Our team meets all these requirements, ensuring a professional and high-quality service.
Making Support More Accessible for Families
We understand that many families have busy schedules, making it difficult to access external support. By bringing services directly to kindergartens and early learning centres, we help ensure that all children—regardless of their family circumstances—can receive the emotional and social support they need.
Let’s Work Together!
If you’re an early childhood educator, centre director, or parent interested in enhancing emotional well-being support for children in your care, we’d love to chat!
📩 Get in touch with us today to explore how Cooroy Therapy can tailor a program that aligns with Kindy Uplift funding and meets the needs of your little learners.
