Supporting Neurodiverse Children
Are you parenting a neurodiverse child?
Whether they experience dyslexia, ADHD/ADD, language delays, anxiety, autism, or anything else—you are not alone. Calvin has a Parent Support Group that connects via WhatsApp and meets once or twice each term. The School is supportive of this initiative.
This group has been a wonderful source of encouragement, practical advice, referrals, shared experiences, and—when needed—very real support such as meals or help navigating things like NDIS applications. The group will meet again in Term 1 2026.
We want to sincerely thank Cassie de Vries for the remarkable job she has done in starting and leading this group. As she steps back due to changing commitments, Cassie Eagling will be taking over the coordination.
Our heart is to walk alongside you, support your families, and champion your children as they grow into the unique people God has created them to be.
Supporting Our Neurodiverse Children This Christmas
As we enter the Christmas season, we know that extra noise, crowds, excitement and routine changes can feel overwhelming for some of our neurodiverse students — and stressful for parents. Please know that you are not alone, and your child is deeply loved by God, exactly as He created them.
“Christmas reminds us that Jesus came quietly, gently, humbly — not in noise or pressure, but in peace.”
Christmas reminds us that Jesus came quietly, gently, humbly — not in noise or pressure, but in peace.
‘My peace I give you… Do not let your hearts be troubled.’
John 14:27
To keep this season meaningful rather than stressful, families might choose simple traditions that honour the true heart of Christmas:
Lighting a candle each night and reading a short Christmas verse.
One quiet family activity, like looking at lights from the car.
A ‘slow day’ each week with no events or expectations.
Taking the pressure off with household jobs or homework.
A small nativity set children can hold and explore.
Choosing one event to attend — not all of them. It is ok to say NO to protect your child's capacity.
Shalom is a beautiful Hebrew word often used in Scripture. It is usually translated as peace, but it means so much more - wholeness, completeness, restoration, and life made right with God and others. It carries the deep sense of ‘nothing missing, nothing broken, nothing wrong’ — some words to remember when we think of our children.
We pray that your home will be filled with peace, gentleness and the joy of Christ’s birth. And may you feel God’s delight in your child and in you as you walk this season together.
Rachael Honey - Primary Learning Enrichment Teacher
