If your child has mild developmental delays or low support needs, the NDIS landscape is about to shift. Starting October 2026, the "Thriving Kids" program introduces a $4 billion reform that changes how young children access early childhood intervention services.
Here's what every parent needs to know: in plain English.
Thriving Kids moves children with mild to moderate developmental delays away from the NDIS and into community-based supports delivered through schools, childcare centres, and local health services. Think of it as bringing early childhood early intervention closer to where your child already spends their time: no complex NDIS plans required for low-level supports.
This doesn't mean less help. It means faster access, less paperwork, and support woven into your child's everyday environments.
Here's the breakdown:
If you're unsure which category your child falls into, we listen. Our team helps families navigate these transitions across VIC, NSW, WA, QLD, and NT with culturally responsive guidance tailored to your situation.
The program isn't just about moving children off the NDIS: it's about creating better pathways to support. Here's how it works:
Developmental concerns are spotted sooner through routine check-ups at childcare and preschool. Instead of waiting months for assessments, concerns are flagged early so your child gets help faster.
This shifts away from the old "let's wait and see if they catch up" approach that left families in limbo.
A centralised navigation system connects you to local support without needing a diagnosis first. You'll know what's available in your community, who to contact, and what your child qualifies for: all in one place.
No more endless Google searches or calling ten different services.
Funded workshops and coaching help you support your child's development at home. You'll learn practical strategies from allied health professionals that fit into everyday routines: mealtimes, play, bedtime.
This empowers you to be your child's best advocate and teacher.
Your child can access speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and other allied health professionals without needing an NDIS plan. Supports are delivered in familiar settings: childcare, school, or local health clinics.
This removes barriers and gets kids the help they need where they already feel comfortable.
If your child is currently receiving early childhood intervention services through the NDIS, don't panic. You have time, and MyHealth Solutions is here to help you understand your options every step of the way.
Let's get practical. Here's what changes: and what doesn't:
This is exactly where we come in. Our evidence-based approach to early childhood intervention services means we help families bridge these transitions with clarity and compassion.
We deliver early childhood early intervention across VIC, NSW, WA, QLD, and NT with a trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens. Whether your child stays on the NDIS or transitions to Thriving Kids, we walk with you.
We listen to your concerns, review your child's current supports, and clarify which pathway makes sense for your family. No obligation.
Our allied health team conducts evidence-based developmental assessments that identify your child's strengths and areas for growth.
We design interventions that fit your child's needs: whether that's through NDIS, Thriving Kids, or a combination of both systems.
We adapt as your child grows, adjusting strategies and supports to match their changing needs. You're not alone in this.
We honour diverse backgrounds, working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, CALD communities, and all families navigating these systems
Every strategy we use is backed by research and proven outcomes
Sessions happen where your child feels comfortable: home, childcare, school, or telehealth
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Keep your current supports active. You'll be reassessed before January 2028 under previous criteria, and many children will remain eligible.
Explore Thriving Kids pathways through your local childcare, school, or health service. We can help you understand what's available and how to access it.
Start with a free consultation. We'll review your child's needs and clarify which system offers the best support.
The Thriving Kids reforms are designed to help more children access early intervention faster. But we know change brings questions, uncertainty, and worry about whether your child will get what they need.
We're here to help you navigate this transition with confidence. Whether your child accesses early childhood intervention services through the NDIS, Thriving Kids, or both, our team delivers evidence-based, culturally responsive support across VIC, NSW, WA, QLD, and NT.
Ready to talk? Reach out via phone, email, or our contact form. Let's create a pathway forward that works for your family.
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