Kiddy Up Occupational Therapists

Kiddy Up Occupational Therapists We are a paediatric private occupational therapy practice based in Robindale, Johannesburg.

13/02/2026

Did you know that there is a learning difficulty specific to writing? You probably heard of the one specific to reading (Dyslexia), but this one is specific to *writing*. The two can occur together or separate and both are common in autistic people.

Fun Fact Friday!Did you know?The shoulder and core muscles play a huge role in how neatly your child can write. Before w...
13/02/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

Did you know?
The shoulder and core muscles play a huge role in how neatly your child can write. Before we focus on pencil control, we make sure those big muscles are strong and stable - that’s what gives the hands the support they need for fine motor skills.

Try this at home:
Have your child do some animal walks (bear, crab, frog jumps) before homework - it wakes up the body and the brain!

We just had to jump on this trend! See if you can identify who is who 😉🌸
05/02/2026

We just had to jump on this trend! See if you can identify who is who 😉🌸

27/01/2026

Don't have a lot of time to prep activities? Try one of these simple sensory bin ideas at home!

We still have a few spots available!! Email us to book your spot! 🤩
04/12/2025

We still have a few spots available!! Email us to book your spot! 🤩

Our end-of-year OT groups were such a hit last year that we’re bringing them back again! 🤩 Join us for some festive fun,...
02/12/2025

Our end-of-year OT groups were such a hit last year that we’re bringing them back again! 🤩

Join us for some festive fun, creativity, and gentle skill building as we unwind, play, and celebrate the end of the year together.

What’s happening this December:
🎉 Cookie Decorating Workshop – get creative, practice fine motor skills, and enjoy a deliciously fun morning!
🎉 Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop – decorate, design, and build your own festive masterpiece to take home.
🎉 “Minute to Win It” Fun Games Day – fast-paced, laughter-filled challenges with small prizes up for grabs! Great for teamwork, coordination, focus, and fine motor skills – and loads of fun.

These sessions are the perfect mix of relaxation, socialising, and skill-building in a fun, festive environment.

Costs include all materials, take-home end-products, or prizes.

Bookings:
• Existing clients – please book directly through your therapist.
• New clients – email us at admin@kiddyup.co.za to secure your spot.

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

14/11/2025

From swings to sensory play, handwriting to heavy work… we’ve been busy this year!

As 2025 starts winding down, we’re so proud of the hard work, big feelings, brave tries, and beautiful growth we’ve seen in our little learners. 💛

Here’s a glimpse into what we’ve been up to in OT!

29/10/2025

Sukkel jou kind om stil te sit, vroetel hulle konstant of sukkel hulle om te konsentreer. Ons gesels bietjie meer oor postuur en die invloed daarvan op daaglikse aktiwiteite. Luister saam.💪

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🙌TIP TUESDAY 🙌🌟 Isolated Finger Movement – Small Muscles, Big Impact! 🌟In OT, we often focus on the little things — beca...
28/10/2025

🙌TIP TUESDAY 🙌

🌟 Isolated Finger Movement – Small Muscles, Big Impact! 🌟

In OT, we often focus on the little things — because little things lead to big skills! 💪

Today, our activity focused on isolated finger movement — helping little ones learn to move fingers independently rather than as one unit. This may look simple, but it’s a crucial step in developing fine motor control, coordination, and hand strength needed for everyday tasks like:

✏️ Holding a pencil
🧤 Getting dressed (buttons and zips!)
🧩 Building puzzles
🖱️ Using scissors or technology

💡 Activity Steps:

1. Trace your child’s hands on a piece of paper.

2. Roll small playdough balls together.

3. Encourage your child to place one ball at each finger along the hand outline — using only their fingertips!

4. Squeeze each ball flat starting with the thumb and moving to the pinky (left and right). Watch those tiny muscles work hard!

5. Now use each finger individually and "kick" away each ball. One at a time. (Refer to our video). Try this a few times until those finger are nice and warmed up.

6. Enjoy!!!

This fun, sensory-rich activity not only supports fine motor precision, but also builds concentration and bilateral coordination (using both hands together).

🎥 Check out the videos (in the comments) to see those busy little fingers in action — working, learning, and growing through play! 🌈

🌈 Activity of the Week 🌈In OT we love to keep things fun — but behind all that fun, there’s always a purpose!This simple...
22/10/2025

🌈 Activity of the Week 🌈

In OT we love to keep things fun — but behind all that fun, there’s always a purpose!
This simple activity with Checkers Stikeez can target so many developmental skills while keeping your little one entertained.

💡 What you’ll need:

A few Stikeez (or any small suction toys)

A smooth, vertical surface like a shower door, window, or bathroom tiles

Some foamy soap (we used Fozzi’s foam)

A spray bottle filled with water

🧩How to play:

Stick the Stikeez to your chosen surface.

Cover them in foamy soap.

Use the spray bottle to “clean” them off.

Encourage your child to pull the Stikeez loose using their thumb and index finger — this strengthens fine motor muscles and supports a good pencil grasp.

💪 This fun, hands-on activity helps to:

Strengthen hand and finger muscles (great for fine motor skills)

Improve bilateral coordination

Encourage sensory play and exploration

Build focus and endurance for fine motor work

Promote shoulder stability by working on a vertical surface, which is an important foundation for fine motor control

You can even try it during bath time for extra splashing fun! 🛁

✨ Play is the child’s work — and through play, we build skills for life.

Address

136 Maid Marion Avenue, Robindale
Randburg

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+27833121781

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Occupational Therapy for kids

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