Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Client-led, family-focused OT that helps children build independence in the daily activities that matter most to them.
An "occupation" is everything a child does in their daily life — getting dressed, playing, writing, attending school, socialising, managing emotions and building self-care skills.
If something is important to your child and part of their daily life, it matters to an occupational therapist. Our paediatric occupational therapy team works with children and families across Sydney to build practical skills, increase confidence and improve participation at home, school and in the community.
We see children from infancy through adolescence, and shape sessions around your child's age, interests and goals. Two of the most common reasons families come to us are occupational therapy for autism and OT for ADHD, though we support a wide range of developmental, sensory and motor needs.
Learn more about our approach to occupational therapy for autism, or read about OT for ADHD for children who benefit from support with focus, organisation and regulation. We also offer adult occupational therapy for clients 16 and over who need support with daily living skills, work or study participation, and functional independence. Handwriting and fine motor skills are a common reason families come to us — our OTs explain when messy handwriting is worth seeing an occupational therapist. If you're local, our Kogarah OT clinic page has directions, parking and the suburbs we cover.
What our OTs help with
- Fine motor skills (cutting, handwriting, dressing)
- Play skills & social interaction
- Sensory processing differences
- Attention, focus & emotional regulation
- School readiness & classroom participation
- Practical strategies for home & school
- Equipment & environmental modifications
- Functional Capacity Assessments for NDIS
Take a look inside our clinic
What OT looks like at Square One
Intake
A phone or face-to-face conversation with our admin team to discuss your concerns and reason for referral.
Initial Assessment
Your child is booked in for an assessment to identify strengths, daily routines and areas of support.
Goal Setting
Together we identify and prioritise meaningful goals aligned with your child's developmental stage and independence.
Intervention
Your OT develops an individualised therapy plan, delivered in clinic, at home, or at school/preschool.
Reassessment
We reassess, review goals and plan next steps — including report writing where needed.
Discharge
Once goals are achieved, your OT will discuss any alternative supports if required.
Who it's for
- Children and teenagers
- NDIS self & plan-managed participants
- Medicare CDM referrals
- Private clients (no referral needed)
- Families wanting school or home-based support
Pricing & funding
Sessions are typically 45–60 minutes, available in clinic, at home or at school. We accept NDIS (self & plan-managed), Medicare CDM rebates (claimed on the spot — you only pay the gap), private health insurance with on-the-spot HICAPS claiming, and private payments. Contact our team for current session fees.
See funding FAQsWhat to bring to your first appointment
- Any recent reports or assessments from other clinicians
- Your NDIS plan (if applicable) or Medicare/GP referral
- A water bottle for your child
- Comfort items, snacks or anything that helps your child settle
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to see an OT?
No referral is required for private clients. Medicare CDM clients will need a referral from their GP, and NDIS participants can self-refer if self or plan-managed.
How long is an OT session?
Standard sessions run for 45–60 minutes, with longer initial assessments where needed.
Can my child be seen at home or school?
Yes — we offer clinic, home, school and preschool visits across the St George region.
Do you support NDIS participants?
Yes. We work with self and plan-managed NDIS participants and can complete Functional Capacity Assessments for plan reviews.
Do you see adults too, or only children?
Yes — we also offer adult occupational therapy for clients 16 and over who need support with daily living skills, work or study participation, and functional independence.
What to expect on your first visit
- 1
We talk through why you've come and what you want to get out of it
- 2
Background gathering — previous reports, current concerns, day-to-day routines
- 3
Hands-on assessment or play-based observation, paced to your child's comfort
- 4
Initial impressions, suggested next steps and an opportunity to ask questions
Within a few days you'll receive a short summary, suggested goals and a recommended session schedule.
Care that works together
Speech Therapy
Speech pathology for clearer speech, understanding language, and getting thoughts into words.
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Physiotherapy
Strength, balance and coordination for the playground, sport and keeping up with friends.
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Functional Capacity Assessments
Assessment reports showing what someone can and can't do day to day — for NDIS, return-to-work or claims management.
Explore functional capacity assessments
School Readiness Assessments
A multidisciplinary look at your child's academic, motor, social and self-care skills before they start Kindergarten — using the Bracken (BSRA-4) and PDMS-3.
Explore school readiness assessmentsReady to get started?
Speak directly with our director. No obligation — just a chat about how we can help.
Free call-backs and discovery calls are with our director, subject to availability, one per family, with no ongoing commitment.