Support for parents and families
Kalinda Primary School
Parenting and Family supports
We will endeavour to keep this page current with opportunities for our school community to access various types of parenting and family supports. Please note that these articles and flyers are simply reposted and we do not take responsibility for recommending one service over another.
If you or your family would like our support in advocating for your needs, please don't hesitate to contact me at any time.
Lauren Hopkins
lauren.hopkins@education.vic.gov.au
Extra parenting support services and resources
- Department of Families, Fairness and Housing – services and support for families, including:
- Strengthening Parent Support Program – a free program for parents and carers with a child from birth to 18 years, with a disability or developmental delay.
- Regional Parenting Services – support for parents and carers of children from birth to 18 years located in regional Victoria.
- Child, family and relationship services – family support services to help parents raise their children.
- Parentline – a confidential counselling and support services for parents and carers of children from birth to 18 years old.
- The Orange Door – the main way to access Family Services is by talking to the Orange Door. This includes support with wellbeing, challenging behaviour, safety and family violence. Everyone is welcome, services are free and you don’t need a referral.
- Raising Children Network – guidance on supporting school-age children, including resources, videos, articles and apps.
- MyTime program – support for parents and carers of children with disabilities. Skilled facilitators provide guidance to help access local services and reliable information.
2026 Secondary Education Guide👉 https://victoriaschoolguides.starcommunity.com.au/secondary-education-february/
The Smile Squad team from Each will provide dental services to our school from the Smile Squad Hub at Lilydale,
18-22 Lakeview Drive during the month from 15th- 24th December 2025 and 12th - 23rd January 2026
Smile Squad is the Victorian Government free school dental program.
This means all students can get a free dental check-up, preventive services, and treatment at the Smile Squad Hub
How to access free dental care
We need your consent before we can provide services. Consent is usually provided by a parent or guardian.
Sign up to Smile Squad at: https://bit.ly/smilesquadvic
OR use the below QR code:
Please complete and submit the consent form. This will be sent directly to EACH.
Paper copies of the consent form are available. Please contact the school office if you would like to request one. The electronic consent form can be translated into more than 100 languages, and the paper form is available in 13 languages.
Once the registration has been processed, you will receive an SMS with contact details to arrange a suitable appointment time.
These free resources are designed for families of adolescents aged 10 to 14 years. They include information and strategies to help children ease into adolescence and secondary school.
Easing into adolescence: resources for families | vic.gov.au