Preparing for primary school: a parent’s perspective

November 13, 2025

10:00 am – 11:00 am (VIC)

Online

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Need some help getting you child ready to begin school? Come and hear from a parent who has some great tips and advice to get you started.

Dates

Date: Thursday 13 November 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am (VIC)

Location

This is an online event.

About the event

In this workshop you will learn about:

  • practical ideas and steps that can support transition
  • providing key information to the school to support your child
  • how to support your child socially.

Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns about starting school, and you will also be able to ask general questions about education and the services that DSV offers for schools and students.

This workshop is for families and carers of children with Down syndrome.

To register

To register, please visit our online registration page.

Presenter

Nicole Bryson, Events Coordinator DSV

Nicole has worked in the education sector for the last 25 years, as well as volunteering for local community groups including DSV.

Growing up with an aunt who has Down syndrome helped Nicole build a strong sense of justice and passion for voice. She is now a parent of a child with Down syndrome and aspires to bring about change to create an inclusive community.

Nicole feels privileged to work at DSV as the Events Coordinator, and is passionate about making a positive contribution to the DSV community

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