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South West Early Childhood Support Service

Children & Families

Miller, 2168

The South West Early Childhood Support Service (SWECS) is a consultancy service providing support, resources, strategies and training to assist educators from mainstream Early Childhood services (including, long day care, family day care, pre-school, occasional care and supported playgroups) who need support to successfully include a child with a disability or special need into their program. The service supports children aged 0-5, with disabilities, developmental delays and challenging behaviours. The service operates across the Liverpool, Fairfield, Campbelltown, Camden and Wollondilly LGAs.

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Who we assist

Educators from mainstream Early Childhood services (including, long day care, family day care, pre-school, occasional care and supported playgroups) who need support to successfully include a child with a disability or special need into their program

Eligibility criteria

The service must have a child enrolled 0-5 years who presents with a disability or special need or there is a concern regarding the child's development. The service must be situated in the Liverpool, Fairfield, Campbelltown, Camden and Wollondilly LGA's.

Referral process

Child Care / service staff anf the child's family complete the SWECS referral forms and submit them to the Early Childhood Consultant.