Our Services
What we offer
Play and cognitive development
Supporting your child to develop their play skills to be able to facilitate independent and social play with peers. Incorporating cognitive thinking skills such as problem solving, matching, building blocks, working memory and attention.
Sensory regulation
Allowing children to maintain an appropriate level of alertness in order to respond appropriately across environments to the sensory stimuli present. Supporting children to regulate their bodies by receiving appropriate sensory stimuli throughout their routines.
fine motor skill development
Fine motor skills involve use of the small muscles in the hands. These include skills such as: grasping objects, writing, cutting with scissors, shoe-tying, and fastening buttons. These skills are needed to for self-care and participation in activities at school and at home.
Gross motor skills and coordination involve the use of the bigger muscles of the body and using two sides of the body together. These skills are needed for children to participate in play at home, school and playgrounds.
Transition to school
Assist with preparing your child for school and promoting a successful transition process. Focusing on social, emotional, self-care and motor skills.
assistive technology specialist
Staff at Footprints OT are specialists in the area of assistive technology. Assistive technology is any piece of equipment that assists a child to be supported in their environment. Equipment to support a child may include;
Bathing equipment
Strollers
Wheelchairs
Complex seating and positioning
Alternate seating at childcare or school
Hoists
Beds and mattresses
Car seats and harnesses
self-care skills
Supporting children to develop their independence with self-care skills. These skills include dressing, feeding, toileting, grooming and looking after their belongings.
handwriting
Support your child to develop their handwriting skills to succeed at school. Focusing on skills such as pencil grasp, legibility, speed and fluency.