Second Step
CfC FP Objective | Supporting Families and Parents Early Learning and Care Create Strong Child-Friendly Communities School Transition and Engagement |
Delivered to | Children aged 4 to 13 |
Delivered by | Teachers, counsellors |
Delivery setting | School-based, community-based |
Program developer | Positive Pieces Education |
About the program
Second Step is a universal program designed to increase students’ school success/ school-readiness, improve peer relationships, and decrease problem behaviours by promoting social-emotional competence and self-regulation.
Program structure
Learning kits are available for children at each age level on the Second Step website.
Facilitator training
Online training included for all users with purchase of program.
Cost
Program kits range from $440-460.
Program bundles range from $850 – $3,190
Find more at the Second Step website.
Evaluation and effectiveness
Second Step has undergone multiple radomised controlled trials . The program has been shown to be beneficial as a universal, health promotion and preventative program for preschool and kindergarten-aged children. Results also show significant improvements in social, emotional, problem solving skills and lower frequency of disruptive behaviour (including verbal and physical aggression) post implementation in the classroom.
A full list of research findings is available on the Second Step website.
Contact
Phone: 1300 769 919
Email: [email protected]
Website: positivepieces.org/second-step