Secret Agent Society Melbourne
Our Secret Agent Society Melbourne group program is an evidence based espionage themed social-emotional learning program for children aged 8 to 12 years.
Why Secret Agent Society?
Delivered by clinical psychologists, this engaging espionage-themed social skills group helps children aged 8 – 12 master vital social and emotional skills in a fun, structured program.
Help your child become a confident communicator, problem-solver, and friend through the award-winning Secret Agent Society (SAS) program. Explore our participation options for Secret Agent Society in Melbourne below.
Group Program Details – Secret Agent Society Melbourne
Who is this program for?
Neurodiverse children, children with social anxiety, and/or children with developmental delays.
Aged between 8 and 12 years
When is the program?
Saturday mornings and afternoons
Thursday after school
Where in Melbourne is this Secret Agent Society group?
We currently run our program at 97 Springvale Road, Nunawading.
We are also in the process of organising a Secret Agent Society group in the Narre Warren area for 2026. Click here for more information.
How do I enrol my child?
Complete our short enquiry form to discuss enrolment options for your child.
What is the Secret Agent Society Program?
The Secret Agent Society (SAS) is a world-renowned social-emotional learning program designed to help children understand feelings, communicate effectively, and manage everyday social challenges.
Originally developed by clinical psychologist Dr. Renae Beaumont, SAS has been implemented internationally for more than a decade and is supported by extensive research showing improvements in emotional regulation, friendship quality, and coping skills.
Each child begins as a cadet and attends weekly “club meetings” with their facilitators, Sonia and Melinda — both certified SAS practitioners and experienced clinical psychologists. Through missions, games, and interactive activities, cadets learn to recognise emotions, manage anxiety and anger, solve social problems, and build confidence in navigating friendships and change.
Skills Children Learn
The Secret Agent Society teaches a toolkit of social and emotional intelligence skills, presented through a playful spy-training narrative.
Children learn how to:
- Recognise emotions — Identify feelings in themselves and others using visual cues and emotion “detectors.”
- Express emotions appropriately — Use words, tone, and body language that match what they feel.
- Cope with anxiety and anger — Practise relaxation, problem-solving, and positive self-talk.
- Build and maintain friendships — Develop skills for joining conversations, taking turns, and resolving conflict.
- Cope with mistakes and losing — Learn how to recover from setbacks and focus on improvement.
- Handle bullying and teasing — Understand assertive responses and when to seek help.
Each week, cadets practise these skills during sessions and complete “missions” at home and school to strengthen real-life application.
Who is the Program For?
SAS is designed for children aged 8 to 12 years who would benefit from extra support developing emotional awareness and social understanding.
It’s especially suited to neurodivergent children with:
Autism
SAS provides a structured and predictable environment that supports children who thrive on routine and clear expectations.
The spy-themed format helps children learn social rules in an engaging, visual, and concrete way, improving perspective-taking and emotional recognition.
ADHD
The interactive “mission” style of SAS keeps children motivated and focused through gamified learning, increasing focus and attention.
The program teaches self-monitoring and emotion regulation tools that help manage impulsivity and frustration in social settings.
Anxiety
SAS normalises emotional experiences and teaches practical coping strategies for worry and fear, including relaxation, graded exposure, and problem-solving.
Through role-play and group missions, children build confidence in social interactions and learn to tolerate uncertainty and change.
Other Social Challenges
SAS is also suitable for children who have difficulty making and keeping friends, managing strong emotions, or navigating playground or classroom conflicts.
The program helps these children build resilience, empathy, and confidence—skills that support healthy relationships both at school and at home.
What’s Included in the Program
Overview: The Secret Agent Society (SAS) program involves an initial two-hour parent information session, 11 two-hour cadet club meetings, and 11 thirty-minute parent feedback sessions.
School Support: Teachers are updated on the skills and content participants are taught each session, and provided with guidance on how they can best support social skill application in the classroom.
Mission Journal: Between each Cadet Club Meeting, children participate in tasks and missions set out by the SAS program curriculum, in order to practice and generalize newly acquired social skills in every day life.
Skill Tracker: Participants can use a daily motivation tool to practice SAS skills at home, school, or during extra-curricular activities. The skill tracker monitors their progress throughout the program.
Gadget Pack: Espionage-themed digital and physical gadgets are gradually introduced throughout the program, and are designed to help cadets practice using their SAS skills in every day life, through an engaging digital medium.
Computer Game: Cadets are given a 12-month subscription to SAS Digital Headquarters where they can access and complete gamified learning activities at home. Games cover emotional recognition, emotional regulation and applied social skills within “choose your own adventure” exploration missions.
Program Details and Pricing
- Cost: $3500.00 (Participants may use NDIS funding)
- Initial Parent Information Session: 90-minute online information session
- Cadet Group Sessions: Eleven 2-hour face to face cadet group sessions with two Clinical Psychologists certified as SAS Facilitators
- Parent Feedback Sessions: Thirty-minute parent session following each Cadet meeting (face-to-face)
- Resources: 12-month subscription to the SAS digital program and computer game
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Secret Agent Society suitable for children with autism or ADHD?
Yes. SAS is specifically designed for children who struggle with social understanding, emotional regulation, or communication challenges, including those with autism or ADHD.
Can parents attend sessions?
Parents attend an introductory session and receive ongoing feedback after each meeting, helping them reinforce skills at home.
Do you accept NDIS funding?
Yes, SAS can be accessed using self- or plan-managed NDIS funding under relevant capacity-building categories.
Where are the Secret Agent Society Melbourne groups held?
Our Secret Agent Society (SAS) Programs are currently run in Nunawading, with a Narre Warren location opening in 2026.
How do I register?
Complete the Register Interest form to join a group today!
Not old enough for Secret Agent Society?
Explore our other social skills group programs for children of all ages:
For Children aged 4 to 6 years, PEERS for Preschoolers is a renowned, evidence-based social skills program supporting children to build and maintain friendships.
For Children aged 6 to 12 years, the Friends and Feelings social skills program draws on evidence-based practices to develop children’s social and emotional regulation skills.
For children aged 6 to 12 years, the Westmead Feelings Program is an evidence-based social skills program teaching children to understand emotions, solve problems and manage their feelings.
About Social Skills Melbourne
Social Skills Melbourne is a dedicated psychology service specialising in social-emotional learning programs for children.
Our facilitators, Sonia and Melinda, are experienced Clinical Psychologists who bring warmth, expertise, and evidence-based practice to every session.
We make sure to:
- Offer small group sizes for personalised attention
- Deliver programs by qualified clinicians with SAS certification
- Operate in convenient locations like Melbourne’s eastern and south-eastern suburbs
- Collaborate closely with schools and families to ensure progress across settings
- Enable participants to use NDIS funding to access the program where possible
We are passionate about helping every child feel capable, connected, and confident.
To find out more about the Secret Agent Society program, visit
https://www.secretagentsociety.com/