Social Space

Gaming Holiday Workshop

For children and teens who love gaming, technology, and want to make friends with like-minded peers.

What is the Gaming Workshop?

The Gaming Workshop is designed for autistic children and young people. It’s a social, tech, and gaming hub where participants connect over shared passions for coding, gaming, digital creativity, and technology. With experienced mentors on hand, participants can explore their interests, learn new skills, and—most importantly—enjoy being themselves in a welcoming, inclusive space.

What Happens in a Gaming Workshop?

Workshops are about fun, friendship, and creativity. In our holiday workshops (approx 10 participants), kids and teens dive into projects they’re excited about—whether that’s building a Minecraft world, coding a mini-game, editing videos, designing graphics, or gaming together.
Mentors (often professional programmers, game developers, or designers) work one-on-one or in small groups, offering guidance, encouragement, and tech know-how—at the participant’s pace, on their terms.

Why the Gaming Workshop is Different

Interest-led: Young people choose what they want to do each session. No rigid structure, just curiosity and creativity leading the way.
Social-first: Friendships and confidence often grow even before the tech skills do—and that’s celebrated.
Safe & Inclusive: A place where autistic young people can feel comfortable, be themselves, and connect with peers who “get it.”
Skill-building: From coding and game design to teamwork and communication, participants pick up digital and social skills while having fun.

Why It Matters

Our gaming hubs are more than a tech group—they are a safe space to belong. For many autistic young people, finding peers who share their passions makes all the difference. Here, friendships form naturally, creativity thrives, and every participant can grow in confidence while doing what they love.

What Happens in a Gaming Workshop?

Workshops are about fun, friendship, and creativity. In our holiday workshops (approx 10 participants), kids and teens dive into projects they’re excited about—whether that’s building a Minecraft world, coding a mini-game, editing videos, designing graphics, or gaming together.
Mentors (often professional programmers, game developers, or designers) work one-on-one or in small groups, offering guidance, encouragement, and tech know-how—at the participant’s pace, on their terms.

Why the Gaming Workshop is Different

Interest-led: Young people choose what they want to do each session. No rigid structure, just curiosity and creativity leading the way.
Social-first: Friendships and confidence often grow even before the tech skills do—and that’s celebrated.
Safe & Inclusive: A place where autistic young people can feel comfortable, be themselves, and connect with peers who “get it.”
Skill-building: From coding and game design to teamwork and communication, participants pick up digital and social skills while having fun.

Why It Matters

Our gaming hubs are more than a tech group—they are a safe space to belong. For many autistic young people, finding peers who share their passions makes all the difference. Here, friendships form naturally, creativity thrives, and every participant can grow in confidence while doing what they love.

Gaming Holiday Workshop

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Gaming Holiday Workshop.

Connection, Creativity, and Confidence Through Shared Interests

This psychologist-supported, neuroaffirming workshop offers a social, technology-based space where children and young people connect through shared interests in gaming, coding, and digital creativity.

Designed to be flexible and interest-led, the workshop moves beyond a traditional structured format, allowing participants to explore activities they enjoy while engaging with others in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Within this space, participants are encouraged to connect, collaborate, and take part in shared experiences that support social interaction and confidence.

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BELONGING
CREATIVITY
CONNECTION
FUN

Why This Workshop Matters

For many young people, particularly those who are neurodivergent, traditional social environments can feel challenging or overwhelming. When connection is built around shared interests, social interaction can feel more accessible and natural.

This workshop provides a space where participants can engage with peers, explore interests, and take part in shared experiences in a way that feels comfortable and meaningful.

Workshop Details

  • Date School holiday sessions
  • Duration 9:30am - 3:30pm
  • Age Group Children & young people (approx. 8–17)
  • Location Mascot Clinic, Sydney
  • Fundin Optiong NDIS (self or Plan Managed) & private options available

Who This Is For

  • Children and young people who enjoy gaming or technology
  • Those who find connection easier through shared interests
  • Participants who prefer smaller, supported group environmentss
  • Young people who would benefit from opportunities for social interaction in a flexible format

What to Expect

  • supportive ENVIRONMENT Small-group setting designed to support participation and engagement
  • CHOICE-BASE ACTIVITIES Gaming, coding, and creative digital projects based on participant interests
  • COLLABORATION Opportunities to engage with others through shared activities
  • GUIDED SUPPORT Ongoing guidance from facilitators and mentors

What Participants Will Gain

Through participation, young people have opportunities to engage in:

Friendships and Connection

  • Exploring social interaction in a low-pressure environment
  • Connecting with peers through shared interests
  • Participating in group activities and collaborative play

Social Confidence

  • Taking part in group activities at their own pace
  • Exploring participation in a supportive setting
  • Engaging in a space where individual interests are valued

Teamwork and Communication

  • DevelopmentCollaborating on shared projects
  • Communicating ideas and working with others
  • Navigating group dynamics in a supported way

Digital Skills and Creativity

  • Exploring gaming, coding, and creative digital activities
  • Engaging with technology in a structured, supported environment

What Makes This Workshop Different

  • Interest-led approach with flexible participation
  • Supported by experienced mentors that love gaming
  • Focus on connection and engagement through shared interest
  • Neuroaffirming, inclusive, and strengths-based environment
  • Combines technology, creativity, and social interaction
  • Participants engage at their own pace

Limited Availability

Small group sizes are maintained to support a safe and supportive environment.

  • get started Availability is limited during school holiday periods. Early booking is recommended.

Finding the Right Support

We understand that finding the right social environment for your child can feel important. Our team is here to guide you, helping you explore whether this workshop is a good fit for your child’s needs and interests, or recommend the most appropriate next step.

Ready to support your child’s connection, confidence, and sense of belonging?

Contact our team to learn more or secure a place in the next workshop.