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Parenting Through Separation (PTS)

Parenting Through Separation is a free information course for individual parents who have separated or who are contemplating separation

The course is funded by the Ministry of Justice, and is designed to help parents understand and manage the effects of separation on their children, and how to put their children’s needs first.

The small group course creates a safe space that allows parents to share their experiences with other people in a similar situation, in a supportive and confidential environment.

Participants receive information and resources covering strategies for co-parenting with their ex-partner or other carer. Reaching agreement through a parenting plan, and how to navigate the Family Justice System are also part of this course.

Skylight runs courses in Kāpiti, Lower Hutt, Porirua, and in Wellington CBD. 

The other provider of this course in the region is Family Works. Visit their website to check their dates and contact them directly. For all other areas visit the Ministry of Justice website

For Skylight enrolments please email [email protected] with your contact details.

PTS Facilitator - Vacancy

We currently have a vacancy in Kāpiti. Position Outline (pdf download) - Please send your CV and expression of interest to [email protected] 

Upcoming course dates - please note - they may be subject to minor change.

January 2025
Wellington Saturday 18th 10am - 2.30pm
February 2025
Lower Hutt Saturday 1st 10am - 2.30pm
Porirua Friday 7th 10am - 2.30pm
Wellington Saturday 15th 10am - 2.30pm
Kāpiti Saturday 22nd 10am - 2.30pm
March  2025
Lower Hutt Saturday 8th 10am - 2.30pm
Porirua Friday 14th 10am - 2.30pm
Wellington Saturday 22nd 10am - 2.30pm
Kāpiti Saturday 29th 10am - 2.30pm

Enrolment

To enrol or find out more, please contact us.

For more information

For more information on the Ministry of Justice Parenting Through Separation Course, and for resources such as course packs and helpful information for parents, visit the Ministry of Justice website.

If you would like information about Family Dispute Resolution, contact Skylight's partner Fairway Resolution, 0800 77 44 20 or by email at [email protected]

Resources Available at Skylight

Skylight is here to help you through difficult times. We can assist you in a variety of ways with information appropriate for your situation. You are welcome to visit us and receive free information and a support pack from our resource centre and borrow books from the specialist library. We also facilitate Professional Development training and offer Counselling support services for children, young people, family/whānau and individuals who are experiencing tough times.

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