Primary Project
About the Program
Our program provides children with focused, caring attention from a nonjudgmental and trusted adult—right within a safe and supportive school environment. In a specially equipped playroom, trained aides use non-directive play techniques to help children build confidence, express themselves, and grow.
Who Runs the Program
Our program is facilitated by trained aides who specialize in non-directive play techniques. These professionals build positive, meaningful relationships with each child, creating a supportive environment that encourages emotional expression and personal growth. Through these sessions, aides help children navigate school-related challenges and other adjustment difficulties with greater confidence and resilience.
Our program provides children with focused, caring attention from a nonjudgmental and trusted adult—right within a safe and supportive school environment. In a specially equipped playroom, trained aides use non-directive play techniques to help children build confidence, express themselves, and grow.
Who Runs the Program
Our program is facilitated by trained aides who specialize in non-directive play techniques. These professionals build positive, meaningful relationships with each child, creating a supportive environment that encourages emotional expression and personal growth. Through these sessions, aides help children navigate school-related challenges and other adjustment difficulties with greater confidence and resilience.
How the Program Works
Referrals to the program are made by a child’s teacher or school psychologist, with parental consent required. Once enrolled, each child is paired with a trained aide who meets with them once a week for a 30–40 minute session, typically over the course of 8–12 weeks.
Sessions take place in a dedicated playroom designed to encourage exploration and self-expression. Children can choose from a variety of activities—such as drawing, painting, imaginative play, and games—allowing them to engage in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful to them.
How Non-Directive Play Works
Non-directive play is a child-led approach in which the adult participates in the play but allows the child to guide every activity. Instead of giving instructions or suggesting what to do, the adult follows the child’s lead and offers steady support and understanding.
This empowering method helps children:
- Express thoughts and emotions freely
- Explore their experiences at their own pace
- Build problem-solving and self-regulation skills
- Develop confidence and personal resilience
The Magic of Play!