Paediatric Physiotherapy
Play-based physiotherapy that helps children build the gross motor skills they need to participate fully at home, school and in the community.
Physiotherapists are experts in assessing and improving gross motor skills in children. If you're concerned your child has a developmental delay or is falling behind other kids in the playground, paediatric physio can make therapy fun and engaging while working toward meaningful goals.
At Square One Therapy Hub, we support children and families across Sydney and the St George region with personalised, play-based physiotherapy.
Many of the children we see are referred for gross motor difficulties — delayed walking, low tone, poor balance or trouble keeping up in the playground. If you've noticed your child up on their tiptoes, our physiotherapists have written about toe walking in toddlers, and for older kids and teens, why strength training for adolescents is safe and effective when it's properly supervised.
We see families at the Kogarah clinic and on the road — including Bexley and the Sutherland Shire, with home, school and daycare visits by arrangement.
When physio can help
- Balance and coordination
- Strength and endurance
- Walking, running and jumping skills
- Posture and core stability
- Toe-walking & gait concerns
- Post-injury return to play and sport
- Playground confidence and independence
- Participation in sport and school activities
Take a look inside our clinic
The Square One approach
Understand
We take time to understand your concerns and identify meaningful goals for you and your child.
Assess
A comprehensive gross motor assessment using play activities like climbing, catching, running and jumping.
Move
Engaging, child-led sessions focused on functional movement, with frequency tailored to goals and findings.
Flexible options for families
- Clinic-based physiotherapy in Kogarah
- Home visits
- School and daycare visits
- Saturday appointments
- Infants through to adolescents
Pricing & funding
We support both NDIS and privately funded families, with on-the-spot HICAPS private health claiming and Medicare CDM rebates where eligible — Medicare claims are processed on the spot, so you only pay the gap.
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 for paediatric physiotherapy?
No referral is required. Families can contact us directly to book an assessment.
How often will my child need physiotherapy?
Frequency depends on assessment findings, goals and your child's needs — this may be fortnightly to twice weekly.
What age can children start physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy can support children from infancy through adolescence.
Do you support NDIS participants?
Yes — we support both NDIS and privately funded families.
What to expect on your first visit
- 1
Warm welcome and chat about why you're here and what matters most to your family
- 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.
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Speak directly with our director — no obligation, just a friendly chat about how we can help.