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smalltalk helps parents build the everyday moments that shape how children learn, talk, and grow.
Helping you give your child the best possible start. Simple, evidence-based strategies and resources for parents and carers across Australia.
Connecting families with their community and local services
smalltalk helps parents build the everyday moments that shape how
children learn, talk, and grow.
Simple ideas for everyday moments
You don’t need special equipment or hours of free time. smalltalk gives parents practical strategies to weave into daily life – bath time, mealtimes, bedtime stories and beyond
How smalltalk works
From reading together to learning through routines, our parent resources give you practical,
easy-to-use ideas to try at home – whatever your day looks like.
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You don’t need special equipment or hours of free time. smalltalk gives parents practical strategies to weave into daily life – bath time, mealtimes, bedtime stories and beyond
Evidence for smalltalk
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2,200+ families
families in the Early Home Learning Study
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95% satisfaction
of parents satisfied or very satisfied with the program
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97% satisfaction
satisfaction rate with their smalltalk facilitator
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85% attendance
of eligible parents went on to actively attend smalltalk
groups throughout the study period.
See smalltalk in action
This short clip gives an overview of what the home coaching program involves and what families can expect when a facilitator visits their home.