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The Minecraft® Friendship & Confidence Workshop

GAMIFIED SOCIAL SKILLS WORKSHOP | AGES 8-12

Supporting Confidence and Social Skills With Minecraft

This psychologist-led workshop supports children to build confidence, friendships, and social skills through the engaging world of Minecraft: Education Edition.

Using a structured and interactive approach, participants take part in guided challenges, collaborative builds, and problem-solving activities that support communication, teamwork, and social understanding.

Within a safe and supportive environment, children are encouraged to engage, connect with peers, and explore social skills through shared, meaningful play.

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Children collaborating and building skills together
CONFIDENCE
CONNECTION
PLAY-BASED LEARNING
REAL-WORLD SKILLS

Why This Workshop Matters

Developing confidence and social skills often comes through experience, practice, and positive interactions with others.

For some children, particularly those who experience social challenges, traditional group settings can feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate. Using a familiar and motivating platform like Minecraft allows children to connect in a more accessible way, while participating in structured activities that support social interaction and engagement.

Workshop Details

  • Date School holiday (Term 1 and 3)
  • Duration 2 full days (9:30am – 3:30pm)
  • Age Group 8–12 years
  • Location Mascot Clinic, Sydney
  • Funding Options NDIS (Self and Plan Managed), Medicare & private options available

Who This Is For

  • Children aged 8–12 years
  • Those who enjoy Minecraft and creative, digital play
  • Children who would benefit from support with social interaction or confidence
  • Neurodivergent children (including Autism and ADHD)
  • Children who engage well in structured, supported group environments

What to Expect

  • SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT Small-group setting designed to support participation and engagement
  • COLLABORATION Guided Minecraft challenges and shared builds
  • INTERACTIVE LEARNING Problem-solving activities and structured missions
  • REAL-LIFE CONNECTION Reflection and guided discussion to connect in-game experiences to everyday situations

What Participants Will Learn

Through structured learning, participants will develop skills in:

Confidence in Group Settings

  • Participating in shared activities
  • Recognising strengths and contributions
  • Engaging alongside peers

Friendship and Communication

  • Communicating ideas and needs
  • Working as part of a team
  • Building and maintaining peer connections

Problem-Solving and Flexibility

  • Navigating challenges during gameplay
  • Collaborating towards shared goals
  • Adapting when plans change

Emotional Awareness

  • Noticing emotions during gameplay
  • Exploring ways to manage frustration
  • Navigating disagreements in a supported environment

What Makes This Different

  • Psychologist-led with structured, purposeful gameplay
  • Uses Minecraft fas a platform for social skill development
  • Neuroaffirming, strengths-based approach
  • Interactive and engaging - not just “playing games”
  • Real-time coaching to support skill development
  • Focus on connecting in-game experiences to everyday interactions

Limited Availability

This is a small-group workshop designed to support participation and engagement.

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

Finding the Right Support

We understand that finding the right environment for your child to connect and engage 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 confidence and connection in a fun, structured environment?

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

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Feedback & Complaints

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If something hasn’t met your expectations, we welcome your feedback. Sharing your concerns helps us understand your experience and make improvements where needed.

You are welcome to raise feedback directly with your clinician or contact our team using the form below. All feedback is taken seriously and will be responded to in a respectful and timely manner.

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