Fun, Friendship, and Inclusive Adventures

At Ability DN, we run a vibrant, inclusive programs for children and teens with disabilities, designed to build confidence, spark joy, and create real connections

Week 1 is all about keeping children active, engaged, and connected through a mix of exciting challenges, creative experiences, relaxed outings, and big adventure days. From Ninja Warrior activities and movie time to ice skating, cooking, and Melbourne Zoo, each day is thoughtfully planned to support fun, confidence, social connection, and participation in a safe and welcoming environment.

School Holiday Program  (Week 1)

Join Week 1 of School Holiday Program

Week 2 is designed to help children stay creative, active, and connected through a mix of hands-on activities, local outings, relaxed outdoor time, and big adventure experiences. From art, tie-dye, bowling, arcade games, and science experiments to a chill day at the park and Prison Island Melbourne, each day gives children the chance to try something different, build confidence, and enjoy the holidays in a safe and supportive environment.

School Holiday Program  (Week 2)

Join Week 2 of School Holiday Program

FAQs

  • Our programs are available to NDIS participants with an approved NDIS plan.

    We support individuals with various types of disabilities and offer a diverse range of program activities to help meet individual participant needs and goals.

    The following funding categories in your NDIS plan may be used to access program services

    • Core Supports

    • Capacity Building Supports

    • Improved Daily Living

  • Ability DN programs are designed to be fun and engaging while still in line with common NDIS goals.

    When attending a program with Ability, participants also have the opportunity to meet their NDIS goals in a supportive environment with the assistance of qualified support workers

  • We offer our programs to school aged children between the ages of 5 and 17.

    Our programs have been designed to cater for a range of ages and levels of ability in line with NDIS goals

  • No! Beginning in 2026, we will be running regular Adult Social Programs too! Have a look on our Adult Programs page

    1. Program shifts that are cancelled within 72 hours of the program’s scheduled date will incur a full day charge as the cancellation fee

    2. Program shifts that are cancelled more than 72 hours in advance but less than 7 days in advance will be changed for pre-purchased program ticket charges

    3. Program shifts that are cancelled more than 7 days in advance will not incur a cancellation fee

  • Unless specified in the program schedule, Ability DN does not provide meals for participants.

    In the event that lunch is forgotten, Ability will provide a predetermined lunch option (sandwich, apple, small bag of popcorn, small bag of rice crackers - all of which will be checked against allergies.)

    An extra charge of $30 for every meal that Ability provides.

  • Yes, Ability can provide transportation. All transport will be priced as per to the NDIS listed price guide

  • There will be links to all of our program booking forms on our website. Each program (e.g. Social Saturdays, School Holiday Program) has a different booking form.