With the April school holidays around the corner, we’ve collected a list of fun things to do with autistic kids in mind. Take a look!
1. Perth Zoo
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly day out at the zoo. So you can prepare for a great day ahead, Perth Zoo has developed this social story that you can read to together to help learn about the zoo and what to expect.
Where: Perth Zoo, South Perth
When: Every day, 9am - 5pm
Is there a fee? Yes, an entry fee into the zoo.
Visit www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au to learn more and book tickets online (although you can also buy them on the day).
2. WA Museum Boola Bardip
Spend some time at the Museum and be sure to loan a sensory backpack on the way in. It’s filled with things like social stories, timers, fidget toys, ear defenders to help them block out noise.
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip, in Perth Cultural Centre
When: Every day, 9:30am - 5pm
Is there a fee? Yes, there is an entry fee into the museum, but the sensory backpacks are free.
Learn more or buy a ticket online to avoid queues at https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/boolabardip
3. Quiet Tuesdays at the Art Gallery
Junior art lovers aged 7 - 12 can enjoy a comfortable autism-friendly environment to see the State Art Collection and do art-based activities, thanks to the Autism Association of Western Australia..
Where: The Art Gallery of Western Australia
When: Tue 18 April, 9:15 am - 10:30 am
Is there a fee? No, this is a free event! But you need to RSVP online - spaces are limited.
Book a spot online on the Autism Association’s website here.
4. Head to the playground!
Sam’s Playground in Warradale Park and Pia’s All Ability Play Space in Whiteman Park are great choices of playgrounds with autism-friendly experiences. For more options, the website BuggyBuddys has a long list of fully fenced playgrounds.
Where: Various locations
When: Daily - look up each park for its opening hours
Is there a fee? No
Looking for some structured NDIS school holiday programs? Check out these options from some of our quality HeyHubble providers.
5. School holiday program with Chakra Care
Join in on a timetable of exciting community participation excursions with the team at Chakra Care. Activities include looking for fairy doors at Caversham Wildlife Park, Giant Hunting, a Minecraft Camp and Laser Tag - so there is something for every kid.
Where: Various locations
When: Mon 10 April - Fri 21 April, from 9:30am - 2:30pm
Is there a fee? Yes, but you can use NDIS funding to pay.
Fill out the form here to get involved.
6. Small group programs with Kat's Speech Pathology
This is a great option if you’d like to add a bit of extra therapy into the school holiday agenda. These small group programs will help them improve their skills in a range of areas. They even have a LEGO therapy session!
Where: Mosman Park
When: All school holidays, with each session running twice a week. Times will be set based on families’ preferences.
Is there a fee? Yes, but you can use NDIS funding to pay.
Fill out the form here to get involved.
7. Play therapy sessions with Play Therapy with Evonne
These intensive play therapy sessions are great for families or carers who struggle to take their children out of school for therapy during term time. These run as a block of sessions at their playroom in Cockburn.
When: School holidays, contact us for times.
Where: Cockburn
Is there a fee? Yes, but you can use NDIS funding to pay.
Fill out the form here to get involved.
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