Noah's Ark Inc.

Noah's Ark Inc. Noah's Ark supports families in Victoria, ACT, New South Wales and surrounding areas. They established toy libraries for children with a disability.

In 1971, we started as the Noah’s Ark Toy Library for Handicapped Children, run by a small group of parents of children with a disability. At the time, families were beginning to refuse to put their children with disabilities into institutional care and institutions stopped admitting young children. Noah’s Ark co-founder Annetine Forell, a parent of a child with a disability, as well as co-founder

Mary Glue, saw the need for family support. The service recognised the importance of play in a child’s development and provided a place for families to discuss the challenges of parenting. Today, Noah’s Ark is a not-for-profit community organisation based in Victoria and the ACT, Australia. We offer a range of services and programs that support families who have a child (aged 0-8) with a disability or additional needs. At Noah’s Ark we work closely with children with a disability, their families and the services they participate in. We recognise that parents are experts on their own child and we provide them with information and support that enables them to make informed decisions. We employ more than 220 staff and deliver services to more than 2000 families across Victoria and the ACT. Noah’s Ark works with families, educators and policy-makers.

With less than five months until Year 7 begins, Autism Australia have prepared a guide on preparing for high school, inc...
11/09/2026

With less than five months until Year 7 begins, Autism Australia have prepared a guide on preparing for high school, including how to prioritise a conversation with the new school and advocating for your child's individual support needs.

Read the full guide on their website: https://www.autismaustralia.org.au/navigating-autism/creating-a-transition-plan-for-autistic-students

IT'S LESS THAN 5 MONTHS UNTIL YEAR 7 BEGINS! Transition planning takes time, and you should get on it now, now, now.

Prioritise a conversation with the new school about your child's individual support needs. After all, you're your child's best advocate!

Link in comments to our full guide on preparing for high school.

08/09/2026

Today is World Physiotherapy Day, celebrating a profession that has changed the face of healthcare for all Australians.

50 years ago, Queensland paediatric physiotherapist Prue Galley APAM and her peers championed first-contact physiotherapy, paving the way for physiotherapists to assess, diagnose and treat patients without a medical referral.

Australian Physiotherapy Association National President Dr Rik Dawson MACP explains what first-contact physiotherapy is, how it came about, and its wider impact on healthcare over five decades.

Our Canberra team celebrated Speech Pathology Week yesterday with a morning tea sponsored by Speech Pathology Australia ...
28/08/2026

Our Canberra team celebrated Speech Pathology Week yesterday with a morning tea sponsored by Speech Pathology Australia to connect with local services and businesses within their WOTSO coworking space.

Speech Pathology Week recognises the value and impact of speech pathology across Australia. This year organisations are highlighting how the right support can create opportunities for people to connect, learn, make choices, participate and thrive.

https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/Public/Public/News-and-campaigns/Speech-pathology-week/Speech-Pathology-Week-2026.aspx

26/08/2026

This Speech Pathology Week story from Speech Pathology Australia reflects the possibility to learn, because communication supports understanding, participation and the confidence to keep building new skills.

Through his work with speech pathologist Jackie, Noah has built skills that support how he understands, communicates and takes part in daily life in a safe and engaging way.

For the past 15 years, Noah's Ark has used the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) to help families set goa...
25/08/2026

For the past 15 years, Noah's Ark has used the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) to help families set goals, track progress and celebrate achievements throughout their Early Intervention journey.

More than just a measurement tool, the COPM supports collaborative, family-centred practice and helps ensure services remain focused on what matters most to each child and family. The data gathered also drives continuous improvement across the organisation, reinforcing Noah’s Ark’s commitment to quality and best practice.

As new service delivery models such as Thriving Kids emerge, outcomes measurement will remain central to ensuring children and families receive effective, evidence-based support.

Read more on our website: https://www.noahsarkinc.org.au/news/starting-with-therapy-outcomes-in-mind

25/08/2026

Speech Pathology Australia are sharing stories from across the country this Speech Pathology Week.

Hear how for Alex, speech pathology has helped communication grow into confidence.

24/08/2026

It's Speech Pathology Week!

This year’s theme, Communication Creates Possibility, celebrates the many ways communication shapes everyday life – from connecting with others and learning, to making choices, participating and belonging.

In the video shared by Speech Pathology Australia, President Emma and Speech Pathologist Felicity reflect on the importance of communication, the breadth of speech pathology, and what the right support can make possible at every stage of life.

21/08/2026

Watch Early Childhood/Neurodiversity Specialist Darci Maher-Dipiero on ABC Kids Community who explains how to support kids with their intense interests.

ABC Kids Community have shared a new series on Play School: Sensational Senses.The presenters are joined by an Auslan tr...
20/08/2026

ABC Kids Community have shared a new series on Play School: Sensational Senses.

The presenters are joined by an Auslan translator for each episode.

Find more details below or stream on ABC iview.

The Getting Started with Key Word Sign Workshop provides practical tools to support communication, participation and lan...
18/08/2026

The Getting Started with Key Word Sign Workshop provides practical tools to support communication, participation and language development for children and young people with diverse communication needs.

You'll learn more than 80 useful Key Word Signs, explore strategies for supporting inclusive communication, and build confidence using signs alongside spoken language through interactive practice activities.

Participants from all backgrounds are welcome, including parents and caregivers (as well as grandparents), teachers, therapists, carers, nurses and education assistants.

NDIS funding can be used by selecting the 'Pay Later using my NDIS funds' option at checkout.

Register now - enrolment for the next course closes this Friday 21 August: https://www.noahsarkinc.org.au/workshop/getting-started-with-key-word-sign-workshop

Support your child’s communication in everyday routines. Interactive workshop from Certified KWS Presenter and Speech Pathologist. NDIS Funding available.

Address

261-271 Wattletree Road
Malvern East, VIC
3144

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+611800819140

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