Hope Kids OT

Hope Kids OT We provide holistic care and bilingual therapy services for children with developmental needs

What our families say matters ⭐We are so grateful for the kind feedback from our clients. From feeling welcomed and supp...
16/02/2026

What our families say matters ⭐

We are so grateful for the kind feedback from our clients. From feeling welcomed and supported to receiving practical tools and care this is why we do what we do every day.

Thank you for trusting Hope Kids OT with your child’s journey 💛

Children repeat certain actions for a reason. These patterns are called play schemas. They help them explore, understand...
12/02/2026

Children repeat certain actions for a reason. These patterns are called play schemas. They help them explore, understand and organise what they see and do.

By watching how a child plays, we can learn what motivates them, how they think and how they make sense of their world.

At Hope Kids OT, we use the concepts of play schemas to guide therapy, meeting each child where they are and turning their favourite play moments into opportunities for learning and connection.

🎒 School readiness is not just academic. Emotional readiness matters too.Talking about school and feelings helps childre...
11/02/2026

🎒 School readiness is not just academic. Emotional readiness matters too.
Talking about school and feelings helps children understand what to expect name their emotions and feel supported through change. Feeling nervous and excited at the same time is completely okay.
These conversations build confidence coping skills and smoother transitions into school 💛

Attention looks different at every age, and that’s okay.Knowing what’s developmentally expected can help you support you...
10/02/2026

Attention looks different at every age, and that’s okay.

Knowing what’s developmentally expected can help you support your child’s learning, play and regulation without pressure.
With supportive environments and the right strategies, attention builds steadily as children grow. Want to find out more? Check out our blog at https://hopekidsot.com.au/attention-span-milestones/

09/02/2026

💡 Did you know your child may be able to access OT through a Medicare rebate?

Under a GP Chronic Condition and Management Plan some children may be eligible for up to five allied health sessions per year, including occupational therapy, with a Medicare rebate available.

All you need is a referral from your GP to get started. If you’re unsure whether your child may be eligible speak with your GP or contact our team to learn more 💛

What is executive functioning and why does it matter?Executive functioning skills help children plan organise regulate e...
04/02/2026

What is executive functioning and why does it matter?

Executive functioning skills help children plan organise regulate emotions and follow through with everyday tasks. When these skills are still developing children may look distracted unmotivated or overwhelmed even when they are trying their best.

Swipe through to learn what executive functioning looks like how challenges can show up at home and school and how paediatric OT can help support your child’s success 👉

🧠 Executive functioning is made up of many skills working together.From planning and working memory to emotional regulat...
01/02/2026

🧠 Executive functioning is made up of many skills working together.

From planning and working memory to emotional regulation and flexible thinking these brain skills help children manage everyday tasks. Children may be strong in some areas and need support in others and that’s completely normal.

Understanding these skills is the first step to supporting growth and confidence 💛

Gross motor skills play a big role in school readiness.Practising everyday movements like climbing stairs using the play...
29/01/2026

Gross motor skills play a big role in school readiness.

Practising everyday movements like climbing stairs using the playground and carrying a school bag helps build strength balance and confidence for the school day ahead. These skills grow through play and real-life practice.

Small steps now can support big transitions later 💛

29/01/2026

✨ We’re excited to share some wonderful news! ✨

Hope Kids OT is now collaborating with Melbourne Children’s Clinic in Surrey Hills, and we’ll be providing occupational therapy assessments and therapy intervention services onsite from February 2026.

This partnership means families in the area can access high-quality, child-centred OT support in a familiar and supportive environment. We are excited to make occupational therapy more accessible, connected and holistic.

We’re looking forward to working alongside the team at Melbourne Children’s Clinic to support children and families to thrive 💛

📍 Surrey Hills
🗓 Starting February 2026

Starting school is a big milestone for children and parents.Our occupational therapists can help little learners build t...
25/01/2026

Starting school is a big milestone for children and parents.
Our occupational therapists can help little learners build the confidence, focus and independence they need to start strong and settle smoothly. Inquire today!💛

Getting ready for school starts with everyday self-care skills.Practising dressing feeding toileting and personal care h...
22/01/2026

Getting ready for school starts with everyday self-care skills.

Practising dressing feeding toileting and personal care helps children build independence confidence and smoother school routines. Progress happens step by step and every small win counts.

Swipe through to see key self-care skills to support before your child starts school 👉

✏️ Not all writing difficulties look the same.Dysgraphia can present in different ways and understanding the subtypes he...
20/01/2026

✏️ Not all writing difficulties look the same.

Dysgraphia can present in different ways and understanding the subtypes helps guide the right support. With the right strategies, children can build confidence and skills over time. Keen to know more? Contact us at hello@hopekidsot.com.au for a consultation today.

Address

2/417 Ferntree Gully Road
Mount Waverley, VIC
3149

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+60391263096

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