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Abacus Learning Centre

When families find Abacus they are often feeling lost and in need of our help. We work hard to build a team around them to support their child.

Abacus Learning Centre, founded in 2008, was created by parents and supporters with a vision to provide one of Australia’s first centre-based early intervention services for children on the autism spectrum. They are always relieved to find someone who listens, often describing their first meeting with Abacus as a warm hug. This includes our clinical team of Early Childhood Educators and Therapists

who are overseen by an amazing senior clinical leadership group, including a registered BCBA practitioner. The work we do not only impacts the student but it enables families to see a future of education, employment and community participation that they couldn’t have imagined before. In fact, the majority of our students attend mainstream schools upon completion or our programs and need less supports across their lifetime. In essence, we provide the platform for our students to achieve and there can be no better measure of success than that. A former Abacus parent and board member who recently retired after seven years of voluntary service said in his farewell message “there is an intangible magic that happens at Abacus, it’s what sets them apart and always will. Abacus has changed my family’s life in ways we could never entirely express.”

09/06/2026

🌟 Term 2 School Holiday Program 🌟

Our School Holiday Program is now open, limited spaces available!

Abacus school holiday program includes adaptive sports and outdoor play, sensory friendly arts and crafts, social skills games, mindfulness and emotional regulation activities.

Our school holiday program focuses on building life skills, independence and confidence in a fun and supportive setting. 🚀🌻

Centre-Based EI Services continue as normal during this time for our students. If you would like extra therapy days during the school holidays, please let us know.

📩 email us today to secure your spot [email protected]

05/06/2026

📢 KING’S BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY 📢

Just a reminder that we will be closed on Monday 8th June.

We will reopen Tuesday 9th June as normal.

Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend! ✨

02/06/2026

At Abacus we provide tailored, individualised 1:1 therapy sessions designed around your child’s unique strengths, goals and support needs.

We work closely with families to create meaningful engagement that helps children build confidence, communication, independence and connection in a safe and nurturing environment. 💚

Why families choose us:
✨ Individualised therapy programs
✨ Positive Behaviour Support
✨ In-centre and community-based programs
✨ Family centred support
✨ Experienced therapists
✨ Focus on real life skills and development

Every child deserves support that understands who they are and helps them flourish. 🌱

29/05/2026

🌈 Social Sensory Play: Learning Through Connection 🌈

Social sensory play helps children explore the world while building important communication, emotional and social skills. Whether it’s water play, playdough, sensory bins, sand or group movement games, children learn best when they can touch, create, share and interact together.

Benefits of social sensory play include:
💬 Encouraging communication and teamwork
🧠 Supporting brain development and problem-solving
🤝 Strengthening friendships and cooperative play
🌟 Inspiring creativity and curiosity

Simple moments of messy, hands on play can create meaningful opportunities for connection and growth.

26/05/2026

👫 New Weekend Program — Social Squad! 👫

We are excited to launch Social Squad, a fun and engaging weekend program designed to support the development of social, emotional and confidence building skills through unique and interactive activities.

Our programs provide a supportive environment where participants can connect with others, build friendships, improve communication skills and grow in confidence while having fun along the way.

📍 Social Squad sessions can be run:
• Onsite at the Abacus Centre
• Offsite at a local community venue

🎉 Our very first Social Squad program begins on Saturday 13th June!

If you would like to find out more information or register your interest, please send us an email at [email protected]

We can’t wait to welcome you to our Squad! 💙

22/05/2026

🌟 Individualised Early Intervention Therapy for Children 🌟

At Abacus we focus on supporting development in key areas such as play, communication, daily living skills and self-care.

Our therapists work gently and collaboratively with children and families to build meaningful relationships and equip them with the skills they need to confidently navigate everyday life. 🌿

If these goals sound right for your child or if you would like some more information email us at [email protected]

19/05/2026

🕵️‍♂️ Secret Agent Society (SAS) is BACK in Term 3! 🕵️‍♂️

SAS is a fun, evidence based social and emotional skills program for children who may need support with friendships, communication, emotional regulation, confidence, problem solving and coping with change.

Through exciting secret agent missions, games and real life activities your child will build skills to feel happier, calmer and braver in everyday situations🌟

Spots are limited and spaces are filling fast!
To register your interest or for more information email us at [email protected]

15/05/2026

⭐ Creating Positive Change Through Positive Behaviour Support ⭐

At Abacus we believe behaviour is a form of communication. Our PBS practitioners work closely with children, families and support networks to create personalised strategies that build confidence, independence and life skills.

Using evidence-based support, we help reduce behaviours of concern while providing assessments, behaviour support plans, NDIS review preparation, training and collaboration with allied health professionals to ensure families feel supported every step of the way. 💚 🌱

12/05/2026

🍪 Support Abacus with a Sweet Treat! 🍪

We’re kicking off May with Billy G’s Gourmet Cookie Dough! Grab a bucket of ready to bake dough in one of 10 delicious flavours and support Abacus while you’re at it.

Order online and a percentage of every sale goes directly to Abacus. Every dollar makes a difference and we truly appreciate your support 🧡

To start fundraising and ordering tubs go to www.cookiedough.com.au click 'register now' and make sure you choose Abacus Learning Centre as your group.

09/05/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

To all the amazing mums, mother figures and special person’s, thank you for your endless love, strength, support and care. You make the world brighter every single day.

Today is all about celebrating you! 🌷💫

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215a High Street
Hastings, VIC
3915

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61359798891

Website

http://www.abacuslearning.org.au/

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