Paediatric Play

Paediatric Play ⭐️ Creating a Difference & Making Possibilities ⭐️
📍 Goodwood | Bellevue Heights
👫 OT• Physiotherapy• Speech Therapy
📚 Psychology• Early Childhood• DE

Paediatric Play believes that every child is unique. By encouraging play we can encourage development, assist children with life skills that provide them with useful tools and strategies to be the best version of themselves. We use a child-focused and family-centered approach that empowers children and their families to thrive and achieve their greatest potential. Specialist Areas include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Global Developmental Delay
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dyspraxia)

Occupational Therapy supports children to build on their strengths, enables children to participate in activities (occupations) they find meaningful and bridge the gaps in their development so they can participate in activities with confidence and motivation. These are the following:

1. Gross Motor Skills
Large muscles within the body that are needed for playground games, balance, coordination, posture, muscle tone, strength and endurance.

2. Fine Motor Skills
Hands and fingers that activate manipulation, finger/hand strength, hand division and hand dominance for activities such as handwriting, cutting and cutlery.

3. Sensory Processing
Children receive, interpret and respond to sensory information. Children can often be under or over-reactive to emotions, sound, movement, vision, taste, touch, smell and pressure.

4. Visual Motor Integration (VMI)
Visual information and matching with the appropriate motor actions, e.g. puzzles, handwriting, ball throwing and catching. Children with VMI difficulties exhibit poor visual motor coordination, backwards letter and number.

5. Play
Socialising, taking turns, playing with others, exploring play interests, making friends, confidence, eye contact and interactions.

This week we celebrate all Developmental Educators🎉
03/11/2025

This week we celebrate all Developmental Educators🎉

Happy OT Week to our amazing Occupational Therapists! 🎉This year’s theme, “Occupational Therapy in Action,” celebrates t...
27/10/2025

Happy OT Week to our amazing Occupational Therapists! 🎉

This year’s theme, “Occupational Therapy in Action,” celebrates the creativity, problem-solving, and compassion that make OT so special. We are so proud of how our Occupational Therapists support children and their families through fun, play-based, child-led, and meaningful experiences every single day. Thank you for empowering young people and their families with your holistic, neuroaffirming, and heart-led practice. You truly make a difference! 🌸

Tantrums and meltdowns can look similar on the outside - but they’re very different experiences for children.Understandi...
15/10/2025

Tantrums and meltdowns can look similar on the outside - but they’re very different experiences for children.
Understanding the difference helps us respond with compassion, patience, and the right strategies. Swipe through to learn how each one looks, why they happen, and how you can help.

Save this post to come back to when you need a reminder.

💡 Did you know? Core strength is the foundation for so many everyday skills - sitting at school, playing at the park, ev...
30/09/2025

💡 Did you know? Core strength is the foundation for so many everyday skills - sitting at school, playing at the park, even tying shoelaces!
If your child struggles with sitting upright, tires quickly, or avoids active play, they may benefit from fun, strength-building exercises at home. 🏡✨
Some easy ideas include animal walks, superman holds, bridges, and ball games. Always keep it fun and safe!
👉 Our team of physiotherapists can help children of all abilities improve strength, coordination, and independence through the NDIS.

School’s out (for a bit)! Enjoy the break, everyone😃☀️
25/09/2025

School’s out (for a bit)! Enjoy the break, everyone😃☀️

MEET KYLIE🌼Hi, I’m Kylie one of the admin at Paediatric Play. I’m the friendly smile that greets you at the reception de...
17/09/2025

MEET KYLIE🌼

Hi, I’m Kylie one of the admin at Paediatric Play. I’m the friendly smile that greets you at the reception desk when you arrive and the voice on the other end of the phone to help where I can.

A bit about me is I’m a mum of 2 beautiful boys both on NDIS and a Support worker in Disability. My hobbies are around my pets, getting out with my children down at the beach or a walk through the forrest.

My next adventure is being a admin/receptionist for this company that has a passion to support children and help them achieve life goals to the best of there abilities with staff that support and have time for there clients and parents/caregivers.

R U OK? Day is a reminder that a conversation could change a life. Check in with your friends, family, and colleagues—no...
11/09/2025

R U OK? Day is a reminder that a conversation could change a life. Check in with your friends, family, and colleagues—not just today, but every day. A simple “Are you okay?” can make a big difference.

Check out these 7 spring themed Occupational Therapy activities🌼
11/09/2025

Check out these 7 spring themed Occupational Therapy activities🌼

Using the Zones of Regulation to help kids understand their feelings. A great tool for emotional growth! 🧠
28/08/2025

Using the Zones of Regulation to help kids understand their feelings. A great tool for emotional growth! 🧠

This week we celebrate stories, characters, and the joy of books during Book Week 2025 📚
18/08/2025

This week we celebrate stories, characters, and the joy of books during Book Week 2025 📚

Psychologists dive deep into how we think, feel, and act, helping us navigate life’s ups and downs🧠NDIS can make these s...
13/08/2025

Psychologists dive deep into how we think, feel, and act, helping us navigate life’s ups and downs🧠NDIS can make these supports accessible by funding psychology to help support life’s challenges✨

“Bullying: No Way! Week” is a time to stand up against bullying and promote kindness, respect, and inclusion in our scho...
10/08/2025

“Bullying: No Way! Week” is a time to stand up against bullying and promote kindness, respect, and inclusion in our schools and communities. Let’s work together to create a safe and supportive environment for everyone!

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