Paediatric occupational therapy services in Perth
At iThrive Health in West Leederville, Perth, we specialise in paediatric occupational therapy, focusing on assessing, diagnosing, and supporting children aged 3-17 living with learning or developmental difficulty.. We aim to ensure that no child is hindered by their unique difficulties and challenges, paving the way for better opportunities in later life.
Supporting children’s growth with expert paediatric Occupational Therapy
At iThrive Health, we specialise in helping children navigate learning, developmental, and sensory challenges through tailored occupational therapy. Our experienced therapists provide personalised support to enhance fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, literacy, emotional regulation, and concentration. By addressing each child’s unique needs, we empower them to build confidence, succeed in school, and develop essential life skills for a bright future.
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A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) evaluates a child’s abilities, challenges, and support needs in daily activities. NDIS funding, plan reviews, or reassessments are often required to ensure the child receives appropriate support for their goals. The FCA provides a detailed picture of strengths, challenges, and areas for additional support, helping guide NDIS decisions and therapy plans.
A Functional Capacity Assessment evaluates key areas such as self-care, motor skills, sensory processing, emotional regulation, attention, and communication. It helps identify how these factors impact daily functioning, learning, and social interaction, and supports NDIS applications by outlining a child’s functional needs and justifying the level of funding required.
The FCA supports NDIS applications by outlining the child’s functional needs and justifying the need for services like occupational therapy, speech therapy, and assistive equipment. It provides evidence that helps the NDIS determine the appropriate level of funding for a child’s plan.
A qualified paediatric occupational therapist performs the FCA. At iThrive Health, our team conducts thorough assessments, writes detailed reports aligned with NDIS requirements, and advocates for families throughout the process.
Our Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology team offers tailored school screening programs to support student success. Designed mainly for Kindergarten and Pre-Primary students, the program can be adjusted to fit your school’s curriculum and timeline, whether in Term 1 or later in the year.
Early intervention is crucial for academic, social, and emotional success. Our OT and Speech screenings provide insights that help teachers engage with parents about a child’s development, identifying areas that may benefit from further support before they impact learning.
Answers to the most commonly asked occupational therapy questions
At iThrive, our Occupational Therapists specialise in the assessment and intervention of children from as young as three years of age through to early adulthood. Our OTs complete comprehensive assessments tailored to your child’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals, then develop an individualised therapy plan that combines clinical findings with your family’s priorities and concerns.
Therapy may occur one-to-one during our therapy blocks or as part of a group program in our school holiday intensives, combining focused work in our private therapy rooms with movement-based activities in our purpose-built sensory and gross motor gymnasium.
Every assessment is tailored to your child’s individual needs. The process generally begins with a phone consultation between the parent or guardian and your child’s Occupational Therapist a few days before the assessment, followed by a 90-minute in-clinic assessment covering fine motor development, gross motor skills, sensory processing, attention, confidence, emotional regulation, and functional independence.
We use evidence-informed, research-based assessment tools designed to feel engaging and enjoyable for children, helping build trust and rapport for future sessions.
Following the assessment, your therapist may discuss initial observations, recommendations, and suitable therapy options with you. With the support of our administration team, you can secure an ongoing therapy day and time, with therapy often able to begin as early as the following week.
Your therapist will then prepare a detailed report combining intake forms, parent discussions, and formal assessment findings, which can take up to three weeks and may include clinical observations, therapy recommendations, home strategies, and school-based suggestions.
Each therapy session is tailored to your child’s individual goals and stage of development. Early sessions may include rapport building to help your child feel safe and connected, sometimes beginning in our sensory and gross motor gymnasium before transitioning into a private therapy room for focused goals.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to be involved throughout, and at the end of each session your therapist will summarise what was worked on and recommend next steps.
Every child’s therapy journey is unique. The frequency and duration of therapy depend on your child’s goals, areas of challenge, diagnosis (if applicable), and overall support needs. As a general guide, families should expect to engage in at least one school term of weekly or fortnightly therapy initially, with your therapist remaining transparent and communicative throughout.
Assessment and therapy costs vary depending on the type of support required. Our team is happy to provide a detailed fee schedule and discuss the most appropriate options for your child. Private health rebates may be available if Occupational Therapy is included within your health fund cover. Medicare rebates may also be available through a GP referral under an eligible care plan. We also support both Plan-Managed and Self-Managed NDIS participants for Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology services at iThrive. Please contact our friendly team if you would like further information regarding fees, rebates, or funding options.
