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Raising a Generation of Confident, Connected, and Capable Kids

Grounded in evidence, Delivered through play

Bridging the gap between therapy, education, and home life so every child can thrive, everywhere they learn, grow and play.
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95.3%
parent satisfaction
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84.4%
improvement in skills post-program
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6,000+
families supported across Australia

Reimagining the future of child development

The system is overstretched, families are waiting, and children can’t afford to.

Across Australia, over 870,000 children have developmental delays, and too many are missing the chance to access early support when it matters most.

At The Play Way, we believe every child deserves the chance to build the foundations for a confident, connected, and capable life without waiting months, or more likely years, for access to practical, evidence-based foundational support.

We exist to reimagine the way early intervention is delivered: by empowering families, educators, and professionals with evidence-based digital tools and tangible resources that make child development accessible and engaging for all.

OUR SOLUTION

Turning evidence into action

Our hybrid model bridges therapy and everyday life through three key pathways:

THE PLAY WAY HUB

A digital learning and resource platform with 35+ programs and over 100 downloadable tools to support every stage of childhood development.

THE TOOLS

A tangible companion to the Hub, or for stand alone skill development, that brings learning to life with play-based resources developed by therapists.

THE PLAY WAY APP

Free play inspiration, practical strategies, and access to therapist-delivered trainings available anytime, anywhere.

Together, these form an ecosystem that helps parents, educators, and clinicians work together to support each child’s developmental potential.

What Matters Most

The early years shape a child's future. That's why we focus on the developmental building blocks that make big impact:
Shop Developmental Tools

Grounded in science, guided by play

The early years lay the foundation for everything that follows; emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Our multidisciplinary team of occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists, and educators transform research into practical, playful tools families can use every day.

Because learning through play isn’t just fun, it’s how children make sense of their world, build resilience, and learn the skills that last a lifetime.

Our Six Foundations

Every child’s wellbeing begins with balance. Our approach is grounded in six core foundations proven to nurture healthy development:
Love + Connection

Love + Connection

Recognising the need for emotional security, the approach prioritises fostering loving relationships between adults and children.

Free Play

Free Play

Advocating for unstructured play to encourage creativity, problem-solving, and emotional resilience in children.

Time in Nature

Time in Nature

Highlighting the mental health benefits of outdoor play, we promote regular connection with nature for children's well-being.

Movement

Movement

Emphasising the importance of physical activity, we encourage daily movement as a critical component for children's development and learning.

Real Food

Real Food

Advocating for a return to basic, whole foods free from additives, we aim to educate parents about nutritional choices that support children's health.

Quality Sleep

Quality Sleep

Understanding that children typically need significantly more sleep than adults, we address factors that impact children's sleep quality.

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Sensory Play Australia Breathing Cards, two white boxes featuring teddy bear, rainbow, and bubbles illustrations to teach kids mindfulness techniques.
Sensory Play Australia Breathing Cards, two white boxes featuring teddy bear, rainbow, and bubbles illustrations to teach kids mindfulness techniques.

Breathing Card Set

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Sensory Play Australia's Weighted Koala, a therapist-designed plush toy with heartbeat for sensory regulation and comfort.
Sensory Play Australia's Weighted Koala, a therapist-designed plush toy with heartbeat for sensory regulation and comfort.
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Weighted Koala with Heart Beat

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Sensory Play Australia Affirmation Cards in a turquoise box with a smaller open booklet, offering support for children's emotional developmental skills.
Sensory Play Australia Affirmation Cards in a turquoise box with a smaller open booklet, offering support for children's emotional developmental skills.

Affirmation Card Set with Timber Card Holder

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Sensory Play Australia Scavenger Hunt Cards in two boxes, featuring nature illustrations. These cards boost gross motor skills and turn physical activity into a fun adventure.
Sensory Play Australia Scavenger Hunt Cards in two boxes, featuring nature illustrations. These cards boost gross motor skills and turn physical activity into a fun adventure.

Scavenger Hunt Card Set

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Sensory Play Australia Food Creation Card Set: two orange card decks, therapist-designed for fun food exploration & cooking.
Sensory Play Australia Food Creation Card Set: two orange card decks, therapist-designed for fun food exploration & cooking.

Food Creation Card Set

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Sensory Play Australia Core Strength Cards in two purple boxes, one open, displaying engaging exercises like planking that boost child muscle strength, balance, and posture.
Sensory Play Australia Core Strength Cards in two purple boxes, one open, displaying engaging exercises like planking that boost child muscle strength, balance, and posture.

Core Strength Card Set

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The Play Way's Bingo Emotions game box displays colorful cartoon emotions, encouraging kids to recognize and understand feelings through play.
The Play Way's Bingo Emotions game box displays colorful cartoon emotions, encouraging kids to recognize and understand feelings through play.
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Bingo Emotions Game

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Sensory Play Australia Reflect Attention & Learning Card Set. Blue box with orange puzzle pieces for children's emotional regulation & focus.
Sensory Play Australia Reflect Attention & Learning Card Set. Blue box with orange puzzle pieces for children's emotional regulation & focus.

Reflection Card Set - Attention & Learning

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Two sizes of blue Conversation Cards by Sensory Play Australia, therapist designed to boost self-expression and communication.
Two sizes of blue Conversation Cards by Sensory Play Australia, therapist designed to boost self-expression and communication.

Conversation Cards Set in Box

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Sensory Play Australia Balloon Covers box, a large colorful beach ball, and various uninflated balloons for safe, long-lasting fun.
Sensory Play Australia Balloon Covers box, a large colorful beach ball, and various uninflated balloons for safe, long-lasting fun.

Balloon Covers

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Sensory Play Australia's Reflect Card Set, a tool for self-awareness, emotional regulation and family communication.
Sensory Play Australia's Reflect Card Set, a tool for self-awareness, emotional regulation and family communication.

Reflection Card Set - Discovering Your Calm

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Sensory Play Australia Mix & Match Card Sets bundle, featuring various flashcards like Food, Yoga, and Conversation for engaging educational play to support developmental skills.
Sensory Play Australia Mix & Match Card Sets bundle, featuring various flashcards like Food, Yoga, and Conversation for engaging educational play to support developmental skills.

Mix & Match Card Sets Bundle

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The Play Way App

Unlock hundreds of play ideas and professional expertise. A little peace of mind into the pockets of parents, for free.

Free child development app Australia - accessible paediatric therapy expertise and play ideas for parents on mobile devices

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