Summit Kids Occupational Therapy

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About Summit Kids Occupational Therapy

Summit Kids Occupational Therapy is located in Newcastle, NSW and provides mobile intervention to children and adolescents in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie areas. They take a client-centered and holistic approach, enabling children to participate in activities that are meaningful, bring purpose to their life and increase their independence. Occupational therapy supports children in developing the skills they need to participate meaningfully in everyday life - at home, at school, and in play.

What's offered

  • Home or school visits

Services provided

Summit Kids Occupational Therapy lists

Intake Appointment
A 1–1.5 hour initial session where the occupational therapist discusses your child's strengths, challenges, and areas for support to determine the most appropriate assessment approach.
Assessment
The occupational therapist completes an assessment with your child to understand their current functional abilities across key developmental areas, with results guiding the creation of therapy goals developed collaboratively with you and your child.
Ongoing Therapy Sessions
Fun, engaging, and individualised sessions tailored to your child's needs, interests, and goals, with brief updates on progress and home support ideas provided after each session.

Get to know Summit Kids Occupational Therapy

From Summit Kids Occupational Therapy's website.

  • Our approach

    At Summit Kids Occupational Therapy, a client-centered and holistic approach guides every session. The therapy focuses on each child's strengths and interests, helping them develop the skills needed to participate meaningfully in everyday life at home, school, and play. Sessions are individualised and designed around activities that are meaningful and purposeful to the child, increasing their independence and confidence. Children work toward goals that matter most to their families, with support tailored to what helps them engage and thrive. This evidence-based care walks alongside families, recognising that every child's journey is unique and moves at its own pace.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Summit Kids Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Summit Kids Occupational Therapy is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Summit Kids Occupational Therapy provide?

Summit Kids Occupational Therapy provides Occupational Therapy.

How do I connect with Summit Kids Occupational Therapy?

You can call +61 494 580 984, email them and visit their 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.