Early Childhood Specialist

At Little Steps Development, our Early Childhood Specialists are qualified teachers who take a holistic, strengths-based approach to supporting young children’s development.

We offer flexible, responsive support across a variety of settings—whether in your home, at preschool or school or out in the community.

Using playful, engaging, and developmentally appropriate strategies, our team makes learning meaningful and fun. With a deep understanding of how children grow, learn, and interact with their environments, our educators can guide both families and fellow professionals in building children’s confidence, independence, and participation.

We also work closely with early learning and school teams to embed inclusive strategies that support your child’s success in group environments.

Our approach is rooted in everyday life—we help families build skills within daily routines, because we know the most impactful learning happens in real moments. Our goal is to empower you with practical, achievable strategies to support your child’s growth and development at home and beyond.

Hi, I’m Emilee, the founder of Little Steps Development.

I believe play is a child’s natural way of learning. Through play, children explore, create, and engage with the world around them. Since 2010, I have supported children in their Early years, helping them learn and grow through the power of play. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Education, and am currently undertaking a Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy to further my personal and professional skills and to strengthen the services I can offer. I understand first hand the importance of creating safe and engaging spaces where children can express themselves and thrive. I enjoy providing opportunities for children to explore through sensory play, creative and expressive play. Understanding a child's way of learning is the only way to fully engage with them.

How can we help?

At Little Steps Development, we offer personalised support tailored to your child and family. Our services are designed to be practical, play-based, and grounded in real-life moments. Here's how we can support you:

Support your child’s development through playful, purposeful activities
Build on your child’s strengths to encourage learning, communication, and independence
Provide guidance and strategies for managing challenging behaviours
Help your child develop social and emotional skills for school and friendships
Coach families and carers to turn everyday routines into meaningful learning opportunities
Support smooth transitions to preschool, school, or new environments
Collaborate with educators to help your child participate and thrive in group settings
Create personalised support plans aligned with your family’s goals and values
Empower parents with practical tools and confidence to support their child’s progress
Connect families with additional services and community supports when needed