BMS Ripples
Early Intervention – Music Therapy
Empowering Every Child Through Music
At Ripples, we celebrate every child’s unique journey with a neuro-affirming approach to early intervention music therapy. Our classes, specifically designed for 3 to 5-year-olds with disabilities or support needs, are held at BMS Academy in Phillip, Canberra, in partnership with Flow Music Therapy. We harness the transformative power of music to support growth, development, and well-being in a supportive, enriching environment.
Why Ripples is the Right Choice
Expert-Led Therapy
Our sessions are led by Sarah Eldred, a registered music therapist and qualified teacher with over 15 years of experience teaching in schools and preschools across Canberra. Sarah combines her extensive background in education with her music therapy training and expertise to provide interactive and personalised musical experiences. She utilises her therapy training and musical skills to tailor each session to the specific needs and goals of your child.
Research-Based Approach
Music therapy is a research-based allied health profession that uses music to support individuals in improving their health, functioning, and well-being. Our music therapist plans and provides musical experiences that align with each child’s goals, enhancing their development in a supportive and enjoyable environment. You don’t need to be musical to benefit from music therapy—our sessions are designed to be accessible and engaging for everyone.
Inclusive and Interactive
Music has a natural appeal for children, driven by its rhythm, repetition, and interactive nature. At Ripples, we leverage these intrinsic elements to support children in developing self-identity, practicing and mastering skills, and achieving their personal goals. Our classes offer a fun, encouraging space where children can thrive alongside their families.
Holistic Benefits
Music therapy draws on the body’s natural response to rhythm and repetition to support various aspects of development. Listening to and engaging with music can enhance motor skills, improve memory function, increase attention, and support sensory processing. Our music therapy classes can support communication, social interaction, and cognitive skills, making it a powerful tool for children with challenges in those areas.
What to Expect in Ripples
- Personalised Musical Activities: Each class features activities designed to meet your child’s developmental needs and therapeutic goals, using music as a medium for growth and engagement.
- Supportive Environment: Our neuroaffirming approach creates a nurturing space where children feel valued and encouraged as they explore and develop.
- Family Involvement: We offer strategies and insights to help you support your child’s progress at home, making music therapy a shared experience that benefits the entire family.
Join Us at Ripples!
Give your child the opportunity to flourish through the power of music. Enroll in our Early Intervention Music Therapy classes today at BMS Academy in Phillip, Canberra, in partnership with Flow Music Therapy, and experience the joy and progress that Ripples can bring to your child’s life. NDIS funds can be used.