All face-to-face, school-based programs are on hold due to COVID-19 and are under strategic review.

Lift Off! Teacher Training is a 7-hour NESA accredited training, for teachers at or working towards Proficient level endorsement.

It is an engaging, dynamic and experiential one-day program which will provide teachers with:

  • an understanding of how the Lift Off! program meets the social and emotional needs of children
  • the skills, knowledge and resources to deliver the Lift Off! Program
  • the Lift Off! strategies and techniques to apply in the classroom

Our teacher training covers…

The Uplifting Australia story including:

  • Mission and objectives
  • Evidence base
  • Evaluation outcomes and results

An overview of Lift Off! including:

  • The manual
  • The programs

The Lift Off! approach covering:

  • Modelling positive relationship skills
  • Facilitating rather than teaching
  • Honouring the wisdom of parents
  • Focussing on strengths

Modelling of Lift Off! activities including:

  • Welcome circle and games
  • Parenting strategies sessions
  • Story circles
  • Parent-child connection activities
  • Ream challenges
  • Making a talking stick
  • Family Connect circles

Implementing Lift Off! in your school including:

  • The role of Lift Off! in the school
  • School responsibilities
  • Resources

To find out about our current programs go to our Programs page or Contact us. 

Teachers at Parramatta West Public School

What teachers say…

“A practical, positive and logical program, which was delivered in an engaging and practical way.”

~ Peter Falla, Principal, Mount George Public School
“Thank you for your passion, love and knowledge in supporting parents, students and teachers. I believe in this program and to have run CampOut with Kids and HangOut with Kids over the past two years, prior to you coming, I can see the positive change it has made to our community. Love your work!”

~ Sarah Mortimore, Assistant Principal, Ocean Shores Public School
“This training is wonderful! Arising from a genuine intention aimed at improving family relationships and wellbeing, the program forges a link between home and school, teachers and parents that can only be positive.”

Teera Palmer, Teacher and Director K-6, Cape Byron Steiner School
“I wanted to say how grateful I am that I was part of the Teacher Training. I had an amazing time. I felt as though every activity gave me confidence…and a chance to reflect on what I do in my own teaching…thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of something so inspiring and life changing. I will always remember it”

Educator, Victoria

Teachers at Uki and Bilambil Public Schools.