Plumtree Children's Services

Plumtree Children's Services Plumtree is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. We see families in the Inner West and South East areas of Sydney.

Trusted for over 30 years, we provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. Plumtree is a not-for-profit organisation that provides support for young children ages birth to 8 years old with a developmental delay or disability and their families. We help children to grow and develop, reach their potential and participat

e in the community. Drawing on our years of experience and broad expertise, we provide education, therapy, information and training in a variety of settings—mostly in the home, and also at the child’s preschool, child care centre or school, and our Marrickville centre. We provide practical services and support to children and their families, helping them to enjoy the time they spend together and to discover everyday learning opportunities. Plumtree operates on Eora Nation. We acknowledge the Gadigal-Wangal people as the traditional custodians of this Land. We pay our respect to the Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the nation.

MyTime Vietnamese will meet this week - we hope to see you here (or online)Join our informal and welcoming group for Vie...
25/08/2026

MyTime Vietnamese will meet this week - we hope to see you here (or online)

Join our informal and welcoming group for Vietnamese-speaking parents of children with disability, developmental delay, or concerns about their child's development.

It’s a space to relax, connect, share experiences, and support each other.
Facilitated by Plumtree’s Vietnamese parent-peer support worker, Vy Phan.
Come along to learn, ask questions, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

💻 Can’t make it in person? Join us online
📅Thursday 27 August
🕚 10am – 12pm
📍 or online
➡️ https://www.plumtree.org.au/event/vietnamese-my-time-fy2627/

Book Week magic in action! 🐛📚Book Week is such a special opportunity to bring stories to life, spark children's imaginat...
24/08/2026

Book Week magic in action! 🐛📚

Book Week is such a special opportunity to bring stories to life, spark children's imaginations and celebrate the joy of reading together.

A big thank you to Kate, one of our preschool teachers, for embracing the fun and helping create magical memories for children and families.

MyTime Marrickville is meeting this week! – we hope to see you here (or online)Books, stories and shared experiences can...
24/08/2026

MyTime Marrickville is meeting this week! – we hope to see you here (or online)

Books, stories and shared experiences can help us feel supported, understood and less alone.

Join us at MyTime for a relaxed conversation about the stories, books, (or podcasts), resources or lived experiences that have inspired, comforted or helped you along your parenting journey. Together, we'll share ideas, connect with other families and explore the different ways we find strength, understanding and hope.

At MyTime, you can connect with other parents and carers over a warm cuppa, share experiences and enjoy time with people who understand the joys and challenges of family life.

Come along for a chat, a moment to pause, and time to connect with others in a welcoming and supportive space.

👶 Limited childminding available—book early
💻 Can’t make it in person? Join us online
📅 Wednesday, 26 August
🕚 11am – 1pm
📍 or online
➡️ https://www.plumtree.org.au/.../mytime-peer-support-fy2627/

22/08/2026

It's Book Week! 📚

Reading together does more than support literacy. It helps build connection, sparks conversation and supports your child's learning about the world around them.

Books with rhymes, repetition, simple language and engaging pictures can help children participate, communicate and develop a love of stories. Even a few minutes of reading, looking at pictures or talking about a story together can make a difference.

Looking for ideas? Our free About Play resource includes practical ways to support your child's learning through books, play and everyday routines.

What's your child's favourite book right now? We'd love to hear your recommendations in the comments.



INNER WEST CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INTERAGENCY RESOURCESPlumtree is proud to be a member of the Inner West Children and Fa...
21/08/2026

INNER WEST CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INTERAGENCY RESOURCES

Plumtree is proud to be a member of the Inner West Children and Families Interagency, a network of organisations working together to support children, young people and families across the Inner West.

Members share information about local programs, events, services and opportunities that may be helpful for families and professionals.

Current resources include:
🧡 Paint Inner West REaD Birthday Celebration – A free family event celebrating children's reading, storytelling and early literacy.

🌈 Safe Haven Peer Groups – An 8-week wellbeing program for neurodivergent and gender-diverse young people aged 12 to 16.

🎲 Safe Haven Board Game Afternoon – A free weekly board and card game session where young people can connect and have fun.

📱 Better Health Company Health Coaching – Six free telehealth coaching sessions for young people aged 13 to 25 to support health and wellbeing goals.

💜 Wear It Purple Day Morning Tea – A free all-ages community event celebrating and supporting LGBTQIA+ young people.

👶 University of Sydney Postpartum Mental Health Study – An opportunity for new mothers to participate in research exploring postpartum wellbeing and mental health.

🗣️ WAGEC Youth Council – A program for young people aged 13 to 19 to share their ideas and help improve support services.

🤝 Safe Connections Support Hub – A free, confidential service connecting people affected by domestic, family and sexual violence with practical support.

🎓 TAFE NSW Domestic and Family Violence Qualifications – Fully funded training opportunities for people working in or interested in the domestic and family violence sector.

We hope you find these resources helpful. Feel free to share them with family, friends or anyone who may benefit https://tinyurl.com/4s8z7u8b

We loved welcoming a group of occupational therapy students from the University of Sydney this week as part of an educat...
21/08/2026

We loved welcoming a group of occupational therapy students from the University of Sydney this week as part of an educational video project with PRECI (Professionals & Researchers in Early Childhood Intervention).

The students were keen to learn more about Plumtree’s Child’s Voice model and how we support children to have a say in what matters to them. They spent time with our parent peer workers and team members, who shared their experiences and insights on supporting child agency in everyday life.

It's always exciting to connect with future professionals and contribute to the growth of family-centred, evidence-informed practice.

Good luck with the video project. We can't wait to see the finished result!

What does a good life look like for your child?Last week, Plumtree CEO Sylvana Mahmic spoke at the DSC Annual NDIS Confe...
20/08/2026

What does a good life look like for your child?

Last week, Plumtree CEO Sylvana Mahmic spoke at the DSC Annual NDIS Conference about what helps children and families thrive.

The conversation started with a simple idea: families love their children and want them to have a good life.

For many families, a good life means feeling accepted, included and valued, building friendships, following interests, and having opportunities to contribute and belong.

Getting there is not something families should have to do alone.

Children and families thrive when they have the right support around them:
🏡 welcoming communities
🤝 connections with other parents and carers
💛 specialist support when needed

Every family's journey is different, and the support that helps most may change over time. What matters is having pathways that build confidence, capability and hope for the future.

What is one thing you hope for your child's future? We'd love to hear from you.

Families' voices are powerful.Researchers want to learn about the health service experiences of children and young peopl...
19/08/2026

Families' voices are powerful.

Researchers want to learn about the health service experiences of children and young people with intellectual disability and their families. The findings will support both research and advocacy to improve services.

Parents and carers of children and young people aged 5 to 30 years can take part.

Email [email protected] for your survey link before the end of August.

What a wonderful learning opportunity for our preschool children last Wednesday 🚒A big thank you to the team from Marric...
18/08/2026

What a wonderful learning opportunity for our preschool children last Wednesday 🚒

A big thank you to the team from Marrickville Fire Station for spending time with us and teaching children about fire safety in a fun and engaging way.

The children learnt what to do in an emergency, who to call for help, and how firefighters use specialised equipment to work safely in challenging environments. A highlight was seeing a firefighter put on their full protective gear and breathing mask, helping children feel more familiar and comfortable with what firefighters look like when responding to emergencies.

The children were incredibly engaged, asking lots of questions and sharing their enthusiasm throughout the visit.

Thank you for helping our children build knowledge, confidence and a sense of community. We might just have to organise a visit to the fire station next! 😊

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