Social Scripts for parks and playgrounds
What is a Social Script?
A social script is a type of accessibility guide that helps people with autism, or others that may feel anxious in new places, to learn more about our parks and playgrounds before they visit.
It may include a short description of a situation, event or activity, as well as specific information about what to expect in that situation and why.
Why use a Social Script?
A Social Script can be used in a variety of ways and for many different reasons. While it is mainly designed to be used with people on the autism spectrum, it can also be used to familiarise anyone who might be concerned or anxious about visiting an unknown environment.
A Social Script can also be used as a fun reading exercise.
Download a Social Script
Council, with professional assistance from Amaze Autism Victoria, has produced social scripts for some of our parks and playgrounds. These Social Script use clear everyday language and pictures to outline what you can see and do when visiting some of our parks and reserves.
These Social Scripts are provided in a word format so you make changes and personalise the script to suit each person’s individual needs. There are several optional pages you can add to your social script if you feel the information is helpful.
Glen Park Community Space
Quambee Reserve
Warrien Reserve
Printed version
If you would prefer a printed version of one of our Social Scripts please contact Council on 1300 88 22 33 or email maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au.
Download an Access Key
Access Keys are visual and text-based accessibility guides that have been developed by Access Ability Australia. They contain essential information about accessing a particular venue, event or experience, helping people determine if it will be suitable and accessible for them. Access Keys can be downloaded as a full colour PDF, or a text only word document.
Jubilee Park (full colour)(PDF, 49MB)
Jubilee Park (text only)(DOCX, 81KB)
For more information or to view a list of available Access Keys visit Access Ability Australia.