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The Secret Agent Society -
Small Group Program (SAS-SG)

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL SKILLS | ages 8-12

Building Skills Through Spy-Themed Gamified Learning

Secret Agent Society (SAS) is an award-winning, evidence-based social and emotional skills program developed by the Social Skills Training Institute, designed for children aged 8–12 years. In this structured small-group program, children become “Junior Detectives,” engaging in interactive, gamified learning to develop emotional regulation, social understanding, and friendship skills.

Through a combination of guided sessions, a digital “Headquarters,” real-life practice missions, and a structured reward system, children are supported to learn practical strategies for recognising and managing emotions, building confidence, and navigating social situations. Skills are reinforced across home and school environments, supporting the application of learning in everyday situations.

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ENGAGING AND INTERACTIVE
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Why This Program Matters

Many children experience challenges with friendships, emotional regulation, or navigating social situations, which can impact confidence, school engagement, and overall wellbeing.

Secret Agent Society (SAS) provides a safe, structured, and engaging environment where children don’t just learn about social skills—they actively practise them. By developing emotional understanding alongside social skills, children are supported to build a foundation for confidence, resilience, and positive peer relationships.

Parent Involvement

Parents are an essential part of the SAS program and attend each session. You will be supported with guidance, practical strategies, and resources to help your child practise and apply new skills in everyday life, supporting consistency across home, school, and social environments. No prior knowledge is required - our team will guide you through each step.

Practical Information

  • Age Range 8–12 years
  • Eligibility Suitable for children with social and emotional challenges, including Autism, ADHD, and anxiety
  • Funding Options NDIS (Self and Plan-Managed), Medicare and private options available
  • Schedule Saturdays 9:00-11:00am (during school terms)
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Who This Program May Be Suitable For

This program may be a good fit if your child:

  • Finds it difficult to make or maintain friendships
  • Experiences anxiety, frustration, or emotional outbursts
  • Struggles to understand social cues or group dynamics
  • Has difficulty coping with losing, mistakes, or change
  • Would benefit from building confidence in social situations
  • Enjoys interactive, game-based learning experiences

Program Structure

  • DURATION 9-week ptogram
  • FORMAT 90-minute child session and a 30-minute parent support component
  • approach Structured, interactive learning incorporating games, role-play, and guided practice
  • Parent and teacher involvement Parents attend each session, while teachers support practice at school using the same strategies and reward system, creating consistency across home and school.
  • Practice Between Sessions Weekly “missions” and interactive games completed through digital "headquarters" to support the application of skills in everyday settings

Skills Developed

Participants develop practical, real-world skills across key areas:

Emotional Awareness and Regulation

  • Recognising and understanding emotions
  • Managing anxiety, anger, and frustration
  • Expressing feelings in appropriate ways

Social Understanding and Communication

  • Reading social cues and body language
  • Understanding jokes, accidents, and intent
  • Navigating conversations and peer interactions

Friendship and Social Problem-Solving

  • Building and maintaining friendships
  • Resolving conflict and repairing misunderstandings
  • Managing teasing and bullying

Resilience and Confidence

  • Coping with mistakes and transitions
  • Developing self-awareness and personal goals
  • Building confidence in social situations

What Makes This Program Different

  • Evidence-based program with strong clinical research foundations
  • Engaging and interactive mission-based learning that supports participation
  • Focus on emotional regulation as a foundation for social skill development
  • Step-by-step strategies that can be applied to everyday situations
  • Neuroaffirming approach that builds on individual strengths
  • Involvement of parents and teachers to support consistency across settings
  • Structured system to support practice across home and school environments

What You Can Expect

This program is designed to support children to:

  • Build confidence in social situations
  • Strengthen emotional regulation and coping skills
  • Develop communication and friendship skills
  • Reduce anxiety and frustration in everyday situations
  • Build independence and resilience

Delivery Options

This program is available through flexible delivery options:

  • FACE-TO-FACE (Mascot Clinic) Structured, engaging sessions within a supportive in-person environment
  • ONLINE (Telehealth) Accessible and flexible delivery while maintaining engagement and outcomes
  • SCHOOL-BASED DELIVERY Delivered within school settings to support skill development in real-world environments and collaboration with educators

Finding the Right Support

We understand that supporting your child with emotions, friendships, and everyday challenges can feel important. Our team is here to guide you through the process, helping you understand your child’s needs and determine whether Secret Agent Society (SAS) is the right fit, or recommend the most appropriate support option.

Ready to support your child’s confidence, emotional wellbeing, and social skills?

Contact our team to learn more or secure a place in the next Secret Agent Society group.

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Feedback & Complaints

We are committed to providing a high standard of care and a positive experience for all individuals and families who access our services.

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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