Supporting children and young people before and after school requires consistency, structure and the right environment. At The Support People, our before and after school programs are designed to provide reliable, centre-based support for NDIS participants across Ballarat, Bendigo, Castlemaine, Daylesford, Horsham, Maryborough, Warrnambool and Melton.
As an experienced NDIS provider, we deliver structured programs that support routine, build confidence and create opportunities for social connection. Our NDIS before school care and NDIS after school care services help families manage daily transitions while ensuring children feel supported, prepared and engaged.
NDIS before school care and morning support
Our NDIS before school program provides a calm and structured start to the day. This NDIS out of school hours care option supports children and young people to transition from home to school with confidence.
Participants attend our centre in the morning, where qualified staff guide them through supported routines that prepare them for the day ahead.
Morning support includes:
- Parent drop-off to our centre or optional home pick-up by arrangement
- Supported morning routines and settling time
- Breakfast provided if required
- Transport from our centre to school
This NDIS before school care service ensures participants feel organised, regulated and ready to learn, while giving families dependable support each morning.
NDIS after school care and structured afternoon programs
Our NDIS after school program provides a safe and engaging environment for children after the school day ends. As part of our NDIS support for children before and after school, participants are collected through our NDIS school pick up service and transported to our centre.
The afternoon program is structured, consistent and tailored to support individual goals.
Afternoon support includes:
- Pick-up from school
- Afternoon tea provided
- A planned group activity each afternoon
- Parent pick-up from our centre or optional drop-off home by arrangement
This NDIS after school care service supports children to unwind, connect with peers and continue developing important life skills.
Structured group activities that build skills
Each session includes planned, age-appropriate activities that align with participants’ NDIS goals. As part of our NDIS out of school hours care, these activities focus on development, engagement and confidence building.
Activities may include:
- Social skills and communication development
- Emotional regulation and behaviour support
- Creative activities such as art, craft, music and games
- Recreational and movement-based activities
- Life skills and confidence-building activities
All activities are planned in advance and adapted to suit the needs and interests of each group.
NDIS funding and program access
Our before and after school programs may be funded through:
- Core Supports – Assistance with Daily Life
- Core Supports – Assistance with Social and Community Participation
Transport, including our NDIS school pick up service, may be claimed in line with NDIS guidelines depending on individual plans and service agreements.
Why families choose our before and after school programs
Families across Ballarat, Bendigo and surrounding regional areas choose The Support People for reliable, structured NDIS before school care and NDIS after school care.
Our program offers:
- Centre-based, structured group programs
- Planned daily activities rather than passive supervision
- Qualified, screened and experienced support workers
- A strong focus on routine, regulation and positive peer interaction
- Flexible transport options to support families
- An NDIS-aligned, person-centred approach
Get started with before and after school support in Ballarat and Bendigo
If you are looking for NDIS support for children before and after school, our team can help you explore the right options. Whether you need a consistent NDIS before school program or a structured NDIS after school program, we provide support that works for your child and your family.
Interested in more social options? We also offer disability support groups and community connections for children and young people. Contact us today to register your interest or to find out more about our school-based supports.