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Empowering Children Through Fun, Confidence, and Connection
Originating from the University of Queensland, the Secret Agent Society (SAS) program engages children through an exciting spy-themed, gamified learning experience. Designed to capture young imaginations, SAS helps children develop essential social and emotional skills in a supportive, interactive environment.
The program supports children with autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, and other social or emotional regulation challenges. Through a combination of interactive computer games and clinician-led group sessions, children embark on a mission where learning becomes an empowering and confidence-building adventure.
Originally developed for children aged 8–12 years on the autism spectrum, SAS has since demonstrated effectiveness across a wide range of neurodiverse and diagnostic profiles.
To ensure participants can fully benefit from the program, children should be high-functioning and able to read at a Grade 3 level or higher.
Program Benefits
The SAS Program helps children:
• Develop stronger social awareness and improved communication skills
• Learn to regulate emotions and respond calmly to stressful situations
• Strengthen problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
• Build confidence and resilience in social settings
• Foster positive relationships with peers, family, and teachers
SAS provides children with the tools to understand and manage their emotions, recognize social cues, and navigate friendships with greater ease—all while having fun in a creative and motivating environment.
What Families Can Expect
Parents and caregivers play a key role in the SAS journey. Each week, families receive guidance on how to support their child’s learning and reinforce new skills at home. This collaborative approach ensures that progress continues well beyond the sessions.
Under the guidance of a trained facilitator, children progress through structured missions and interactive games, earning rewards as they master new skills. The program’s playful, secret-agent theme keeps children motivated and excited to learn—transforming social development into an engaging adventure.
