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Paediatric Occupational Therapy Assessments

A paediatric occupational therapy (OT) assessment is a comprehensive evaluation to understand a child’s unique strengths, challenges, and functional abilities. Conducted by a skilled occupational therapist, this assessment identifies areas where a child may need support in developing essential life skills – ranging from self-care and play to school tasks and social interactions. Our goal is to provide targeted strategies that empower children to reach their full potential, fostering independence and confidence in everyday activities.

Key Areas Assessed

1. Fine Motor Skills: Tasks like writing, cutting with scissors, buttoning clothes, or using utensils.
2. Gross Motor Skills: Activities involving larger movements like running, jumping, or coordination.
3. Sensory Processing: How the child responds to sensory input (e.g., sounds, textures, lights).
4. Visual-Motor Integration: The ability to coordinate vision with body movements, important for tasks like drawing or catching a ball.
5. Cognitive Skills: Problem-solving, attention, memory, and planning.
6. Self-Care Skills: Dressing, toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene.
7. Social and Emotional Development: Interaction with peers, emotional regulation, and behaviour.

What Happens During the Assessment?

• Parent/Caregiver Interview: To gather background information about the child’s development, medical history, and daily routines.
• Observations: The therapist watches the child performing various tasks in different settings (e.g., playing, writing, or moving).
• Standardised Tests: Structured activities to measure specific skills compared to developmental norms.
• Questionnaires: Completed by parents or educators to provide additional insights into the child’s behaviour in different environments.

Outcome of the Assessment

The outcome of the assessment will include:

• A detailed report outlining the child’s strengths and areas for improvement.
• Recommendations for therapy goals and intervention strategies.
• Possible referrals to other specialists if needed (e.g., speech therapy, physiotherapy).

Benefits of OT Assessments for Educators:

• Enhanced understanding of student needs – OT assessments provide valuable insights into students’ strengths, weaknesses and challenges, allowing educators to tailor their instruction and support accordingly.
• Informed decision-making – the data collected through OT assessments can inform educators’ decisions regarding classroom accommodations, modifications, and interventions.
• Improved student outcomes – OT assessments can enhance academic performance, behaviour, and well-being by addressing students’ underlying needs.
• Increased collaboration – OT assessments can facilitate communication and cooperation between educators, parents, and other professionals involved in the student’s education.
• Reduced stress – OT assessments can help identify and address potential barriers to learning, reducing stress for both students and educators.
• Personalised support – OT assessments can help educators develop individualised strategies to support each student’s needs.
• Overall, OT assessments can be valuable tools for teachers to better understand their students and create more inclusive and effective learning environments.

Overall, OT assessments can be valuable tools for teachers to better understand their students and create more inclusive and effective learning environments.

Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential

Is your child struggling with everyday tasks like handwriting, coordination, or social interactions? A paediatric occupational therapy assessment can provide the insights and support they need to thrive.

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