At All About Fun Therapy, occupational therapy assessments help us understand each child’s strengths, challenges, and support needs.
Assessments provide valuable information about how a child participates in everyday activities and help guide meaningful goal setting, therapy planning, and recommendations.
Our assessments are designed to be comprehensive, child-friendly, and functional, providing clear and practical information for families, educators, and support teams.
When Is an Assessment Recommended?
This service may be suitable for families who:
- Require an assessment only, without ongoing intervention
- Need a functional report for NDIS planning or reviews
- Require school or kindergarten recommendations
- Want professional understanding of their child’s strengths and needs
- Are seeking guidance before deciding whether therapy is needed
- Would like recommendations to support their child at home or school
Families are welcome to access assessment services independently, and there is no requirement to continue with intervention services after the assessment.
What Areas May Be Assessed?
Assessments are tailored to each child and may include the following areas:
- Sensory Processing and Regulation
- Emotional Regulation and Behaviour
- Fine Motor Skills
- Gross Motor Skills
- Self-Care Skills
- Executive Functioning
- Social Participation
What Does an Assessment Include?
Our occupational therapy assessments typically include several steps to ensure a thorough understanding of each child.
Step 1 — Parent/Caregiver Interview
We begin by gathering information about:
- Developmental history
- Current concerns
- Daily routines
- Strengths and challenges
- Family priorities
This helps us understand the child’s needs from the family’s perspective.
Step 2 — Clinical Observation
We observe the child through structured and play-based activities.
This allows us to understand:
- Movement skills
- Task engagement
- Regulation and attention
- Functional abilities
Observations are designed to be engaging and comfortable for the child.
Step 3 — Standardised Assessments (When Appropriate)
Standardised tools may be used to provide objective information.
These may include:
- Sensory assessments
- Motor skill assessments
- Functional skill assessments
- Behavioural or regulation assessments
Assessment tools are selected based on the child’s needs.
Step 4 — Feedback and Recommendations
Following the assessment, we provide clear and practical feedback.
This may include:
- Summary of strengths
- Areas of challenge
- Recommendations for support
- Suggested therapy goals
- Strategies for home or school
Step 5 — Written Report
A written report may be provided when required.
Reports may support:
- NDIS planning or reviews
- School support requests
- Therapy planning
- Functional documentation
Reports are written in clear, professional language tailored to each child.
Types of Assessments Available
We offer different assessment types depending on family needs.
Functional Assessment
Focused on daily living skills and participation.
Often used for:
- NDIS planning
- Functional reporting
- Support recommendations
Review Assessment
Used to monitor progress and update goals.
Recommended when:
- Therapy goals need updating
- New concerns arise
- Progress needs to be documented
School or Environment-Based Assessment
Conducted in natural environments such as school or childcare settings.
This allows us to:
- Observe classroom participation
- Identify environmental challenges
- Provide practical recommendations
Where Assessments Can Take Place
Assessments may be delivered in flexible settings, including:
- Clinic-based sessions
- Home visits
- School visits
- Kindergarten or childcare settings
Environment selection depends on the child’s needs and assessment goals.
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