What Does Paediatric OT Help With?

Occupational therapy focuses on a child’s ability to engage in meaningful ‘occupations’ — the everyday tasks and routines that are essential to their development.

These include:

✅ Self-Care Skills

• getting dressed

• using utensils

• toilet training

• managing routines independently.

✅ Fine and Gross Motor Skills

• handwriting and pencil grip

• cutting with scissors

• strength and coordination

• balance and core stability.

✅ Sensory Processing

• managing reactions to sounds, touch, textures, and movement

• improving attention and emotional regulation

• supporting calm behaviour in busy environments.

✅ Play and Social Skills

• turn-taking and sharing

• imaginative and cooperative play

• building friendships and engaging with peers.

✅ School Readiness and Participation

• following classroom routines

• staying focused and organised

• managing transitions and learning tasks.

Who We Work With

Our paediatric OT services support a wide range of developmental needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• developmental delays

• Sensory Processing Disorder

• learning difficulties

• emotional and behavioural regulation challenges

• physical or motor coordination difficulties (e.g., Dyspraxia, DCD).

We believe every child is capable of growth, and we take a strengths-based, child-led approach in every session.

How Our Therapy Works

We provide individualised, face-to-face therapy sessions designed to be playful, engaging, and tailored to your child’s unique needs and goals.

Our occupational therapists work in close partnership with parents, carers, educators, and other healthcare providers to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach to your child’s development.

Sessions may take place in:

• our child-friendly therapy clinic

• home or community settings

• school and early learning environments.

Please note travel fees for a visiting service do apply

Parent Involvement is Key

At Early Years Occupational Therapy, we know that parental support and involvement are essential to meaningful outcomes.

We include parents in goal-setting, skill-building, and home strategies — so therapy doesn’t stop when the session ends. You’ll leave with practical tools and knowledge to support your child every day.

And, If you are feeling overwhelmed in your parenting role – we can help you too! Take a look at our parental support programs and therapy options.

Funding and Rebates

Our paediatric OT services are eligible for support through:

• NDIS (self-managed and plan-managed participants)

• Medicare (with appropriate GP referrals – GAP payments do apply)

• private health insurance (depending on your policy – GAP payments do apply).

We’re happy to guide you through your options and help you access the support your child is entitled to.

Supporting Children to Thrive

Every child deserves the chance to feel confident and capable in their daily life.

Our occupational therapy services are here to support your child in reaching their full potential — while giving you the tools to support them every step of the way.