Most children benefit from 20–25 hours of Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention (EIBI) each week. This level of intensity gives your child enough repetition to learn, practise, and retain new skills across communication, social interaction, learning behaviours, and daily routines.

Some children may begin with fewer hours if they are very young, have behaviour challenges that need gradual introduction, or are building stamina — and then increase to a higher intensity as they progress.

Early progress often appears within the first 2–4 weeks, especially in areas such as attention, transitions, following simple instructions, or early communication attempts.

More complex skills — including social engagement, behavioural regulation, and pre-academic learning — typically show measurable improvements over 8–12 weeks of consistent, high-frequency EIBI.

Yes. EIBI is often most effective between ages 2–4, when brain development is at its fastest and children can make significant gains through structured, play-based learning.

Younger children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or early communication concerns benefit greatly from EIBI’s consistent routines, reinforcement systems, parent coaching, and high-frequency practice.

Starting before age 3 helps children build foundational communication, play, and learning behaviours that support long-term development.

Yes — parent participation is a vital component of EIBI.

Children learn fastest when parents use the same strategies taught during therapy sessions. This ensures your child practises skills in real-life situations such as mealtimes, play, community outings, or morning routines.

Parent involvement also strengthens generalisation, reduces challenging behaviours more consistently, and helps achieve better long-term outcomes.

Yes. Many families access EIBI through the NDIS under several funding categories, including: Early Childhood Supports (0–6 years); Improved Daily Living; Improved Relationships and Capacity Building Supports.

EIBI is recognised as an evidence-based, intensive early intervention model, and providers can supply NDIS-ready assessment reports, goal wording, and progress documentation to support your child’s NDIS plan.