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Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children
Giant Strides is a mobile occupational therapy practice for children in Melbourne's Eastern and Northern suburbs, led by Jen Sharp, a paediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience
CHELTENHAM VIC 31921 service
In-person AHPRA verified
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About Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children
Giant Strides is a mobile occupational therapy practice for children in Melbourne's Eastern and Northern suburbs, led by Jen Sharp, a paediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children with developmental and neurological conditions. The practice is passionate about providing evidence-based, family-centred care that enables infants, children and young people to participate in all the activities they both need and want to do.
A therapy that helps children and adults develop the everyday skills needed for daily life — from dressing, writing and play to sensory processing and school participation. Occupational therapists assess what is getting in the way and design practical strategies to build independence and confidence.
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Our approach
Giant Strides uses an evidence-based, family-centred approach to occupational therapy. The practice is passionate about enabling infants, children and young people to participate in all the activities they both need and want to do. Sessions are delivered flexibly through a combination of mobile visits to homes and community settings, as well as clinic appointments in Croydon and South Morang, allowing therapy to be integrated into your child's everyday routines and environments.
Meet the team
Giant Strides is led by Jen Sharp, a paediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children with developmental and neurological conditions. The website does not provide information about other team members or their qualifications.
Is Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children a registered NDIS provider?
Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.
What services does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children provide?
Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children provides Occupational Therapy.
Which areas does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children cover?
Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children is based in CHELTENHAM, VIC.
How do I connect with Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children?
You can call +61 421 844 911 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.
What ages does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children work with?
Giant Strides works with infants, children and young people.Based on Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children's website
What does a paediatric OT actually help with?
Common areas include handwriting and fine-motor skills, sensory sensitivities, daily routines (dressing, eating, sleep), coordination, and self-regulation.
Do we need a referral?
Not to see an OT privately. A GP referral and care plan are required only to access Medicare rebates or certain funded pathways.
Can OT be funded by the NDIS?
Yes, typically under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living when it aligns with your child's plan goals.
How is OT different from physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy focuses on gross-motor movement and physical function; OT focuses on participation in everyday tasks, including fine-motor, sensory, and self-care skills.