Next Challenge

Next Challenge Therapy Services for Children, Including Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and T

Next Challenge Private and Contract Services provides allied health therapy services to children. Our services include:

Next Challenge Speech Pathology
Next Challenge Physiotherapy
Next Challenge Occupational Therapy
Next Challenge Therapy Assistant Programs

Our therapists are experienced in working with children and have a strong commitment to continued professional development, in orde

r to provide the most up to date, evidence based therapy services for your child. All services can be delivered individually or as part of a team treatment session. All services can be provided directly, or as part of a monitored program in rural and remote areas, interstate or overseas. School, clinic or home based therapy options are available on an individual basis or as part of a group. Our services are flexible and supportive, and private health fund rebates apply. Please check with your private health fund provider for rebate rates. We also offer services under the Medicare Plus rebate scheme as part of an Enhanced Primary Care multidisciplinary care plan, as well as the government FaHCSIA funding for Autism. Contact Next Challenge, your local GP or the Autism Association for more information. To contact us:

Phone: (08) 9201 0707
e-mail: enquiries@nextchallenge.com.au

Projects and Development opportunities

We seek and accept projects that will have direct benefits for families, schools and professionals providing therapy services. Our projects are diverse and known for their originality and potential to support communities in need. One specialist service we offer is Playground Consultancy, assisting in the design of playgrounds that are fun, safe and maximize learning and skill development.

Communication grows from strong foundations 🧱At Next Challenge, our Speech Pathologist support with building these found...
17/04/2026

Communication grows from strong foundations 🧱

At Next Challenge, our Speech Pathologist support with building these foundations so children can communicate with confidence 💜

Meet Tash! 👋💜 Tash is one of our Senior Occupational Therapists who brings a warm, thoughtful and goal-focused approach...
16/04/2026

Meet Tash! 👋💜

Tash is one of our Senior Occupational Therapists who brings a warm, thoughtful and goal-focused approach to every session 🌈

She has a special interest in emotional regulation and mealtimes, and loves supporting children in ways that feel meaningful, engaging, and empowering ⭐️ She is also the creator of Ready Rockets, supporting children to better understand and manage their emotions 🚀

Sensory play in action 🌈✨From scooping and digging to pouring and creating, sensory play supports:🧠 Sensory processing &...
13/04/2026

Sensory play in action 🌈✨

From scooping and digging to pouring and creating, sensory play supports:
🧠 Sensory processing & regulation
✋ Fine motor skills, hand strength & coordination
🗣️ Language development, social interaction & imaginative play
🎯 Motor planning, problem-solving & engagement

At Next Challenge, we use a wide range of sensory play resources to create child-led, meaningful experiences tailored to each child 🙌🏻

When play is fun and engaging, that’s where real skill-building happens 🌍

Why our speechies love to use puppets in therapy 🧸🙌🏻These playful pals are lots of fun, but they are also incredibly pow...
10/04/2026

Why our speechies love to use puppets in therapy 🧸🙌🏻

These playful pals are lots of fun, but they are also incredibly powerful for supporting a wide range of goals including:
⭐️ Following instructions
⭐️ Using pronouns
⭐️ Requesting and making choices
⭐️ Building vocabulary
⭐️ Turn-taking
⭐️ Practicing storytelling
⭐️ Exploring emotions and social scenarios

Puppets can also reduce pressure and boost engagement, which allows for more opportunities for meaningful and fun practice 💜

✨ Making mealtimes magical ✨ This unicorn-themed creation supported pressure-free, client-directed exploration of new f...
30/03/2026

✨ Making mealtimes magical ✨

This unicorn-themed creation supported pressure-free, client-directed exploration of new foods, using a love of unicorns to spark curiosity and engagement. 🦄

Together, we explored new foods at their own pace:
🥕 Carrot
🍎 Apple
🥝 Kiwi

No pressure to eat — just looking, touching, smelling, and interacting. When children feel safe and in control, they’re more willing to explore and build positive experiences with food.

Playful, interest-based food activities can help:
✨ reduce mealtime anxiety
✨ increase willingness to interact with new foods
✨ support sensory exploration
✨ build positive food relationships

Because sometimes the first step isn’t tasting… it’s just playing.

⭐️ GROSS MOTOR + SPORTS SKILLS GROUP 🏀 We’re kicking off Term 2 with a fun, supportive group designed to help children ...
27/03/2026

⭐️ GROSS MOTOR + SPORTS SKILLS GROUP 🏀

We’re kicking off Term 2 with a fun, supportive group designed to help children (aged 4+) build confidence in movement, play and early sports skills!

Through structured, play-based activities, children will practice:
⚽ Ball skills (throwing, catching, kicking)
🏃‍♂️ Running, jumping, balance and coordination
🏅 Teamwork and turn-taking
🎯 Sports day & athletic-style activities
💪 Confidence, resilience and participation

📍 Yokine Community Centre
🗓 Every Tuesday – starting Week 1, Term 2
⏱ 45-minute sessions (two session times available)
👧 Ages 4+
💰 Cost shared across participants

This group is perfect for children who would benefit from extra support building coordination, confidence and participation in group sports and playground activities.

Spots are limited — register before 14 April!
📞 9201 0707

📣 Have you heard of the new Medicare MBS M10 Item Group? 📣The Medicare MBS M10 item group supports children and young pe...
18/03/2026

📣 Have you heard of the new Medicare MBS M10 Item Group? 📣

The Medicare MBS M10 item group supports children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental needs to access rebates for speech, OT and physio 💬

We have put together some information to help you know if your child is eligible and how to get started ⭐️

📞 Contact our Support Team for more information

Neurodivergent brains think differently — and that’s something to celebrate 🌈Neurodivergent children often see the world...
15/03/2026

Neurodivergent brains think differently — and that’s something to celebrate 🌈

Neurodivergent children often see the world in creative, curious and wonderful ways. When we nurture those differences, amazing things happen ⭐️

Picnic time in speech therapy at Next Challenge 🧸💜Our pretend play kits are one of our favourite ways to support languag...
11/03/2026

Picnic time in speech therapy at Next Challenge 🧸💜

Our pretend play kits are one of our favourite ways to support language development through play. Setting up a picnic together creates so many opportunities for communication — choosing foods, offering items to friends, and talking about what everyone is doing 🙌🏼

During play we can model new words, build longer sentences, practise turn-taking and explore early storytelling — all while having fun together ⭐️

Perth Occupational Therapists 👋💚🧠 We are hiring!📍 Next Challenge – Osborne Park✨ Full-time or part-time roles available💬...
10/03/2026

Perth Occupational Therapists 👋💚🧠 We are hiring!
📍 Next Challenge – Osborne Park
✨ Full-time or part-time roles available
💬 All experience levels welcome to apply

Come join our vibrant, passionate, and supportive team of OTs, Speechies, and Physios 🙌 We support kids and families across clinic, school, home & community settings in a fun, collaborative environment 💫

✨ Follow your clinical passions
✨ Enjoy regular mentoring + PD support
✨ Thrive in a flexible, heart-led workplace

We are looking for someone to commence in Term 2, with scope to negotiate an earlier start if available.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next adventure, we’d love to hear from you! 🙌🏼

📧 Send your CV or expression of interest to Julie Hunt (Julie.hunt@nextchallenge.com.au) by Monday 30 March (close of business)
🌐 Learn more about us: www.nextchallenge.com.au

When a child “flips their lid”, it’s a sign they’re feeling overwhelmed 💜In those big moments, their nervous system is w...
03/03/2026

When a child “flips their lid”, it’s a sign they’re feeling overwhelmed 💜

In those big moments, their nervous system is working hard to cope. Their thinking brain takes a back seat while their feeling brain steps in to protect them.

When a child feels safe and understood, their thinking brain can come back online ⭐️

Spend the day with Speechie Hannah 👋✨A full day of supporting communication — from building sentences and exploring spee...
25/02/2026

Spend the day with Speechie Hannah 👋✨

A full day of supporting communication — from building sentences and exploring speech sounds to literacy, AAC and communicative confidence 💬🌈

Lots of play, problem-solving and celebrating the small wins along the way 💛

Stay tuned for our next day in the life! 👀

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4/14 Main Street
Perth, WA
6017

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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