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Developmental delay Support at Occupational Therapy — NSW

Occupational Therapy in NSW lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for developmental delay.

Occupational Therapy in Across NSW has not confirmed its current availability on OTWaitlist. Availability is self-reported and can change — confirm directly with the clinic.

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Services Occupational Therapy offers for developmental delay

Occupational Therapy lists fine motor support as a service that may assist children experiencing developmental delay. Fine motor skills—such as pencil grip, hand strength, and finger coordination—are foundational for writing, self-care tasks like fastening buttons, and play-based learning. According to its listing, Occupational Therapy offers interventions in this area, which typically involve structured activities designed to build hand strength and dexterity. Examples of approaches commonly used in paediatric occupational therapy include threading beads or small objects to develop pincer grip, using adaptive scissors and writing tools to practise cutting and mark-making, and hand-strengthening exercises with therapy putty or resistance activities. The clinic may also incorporate play-based fine motor activities tailored to a child's interests and developmental stage. Parents should note that NDIS registration for Occupational Therapy has not been confirmed in the current directory snapshot; families interested in NDIS-funded support should verify the clinic's registration status directly and explore funding eligibility under the 2025-26 scheme. An initial consultation can help determine whether fine motor intervention aligns with a child's specific needs and goals.

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02 9913 3823
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https://occupationaltherapy.com.au/
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About developmental delay

Developmental delay describes when a child has not yet reached one or more developmental milestones in the expected timeframe. It is a description, not a single diagnosis.

Read the full Developmental Delay parent guide →

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Common questions

How does fine motor therapy help a child with developmental delay?

Fine motor skills underpin everyday activities like writing, eating, and dressing. Occupational Therapy targeting fine motor development uses graded, play-based activities to build hand strength, finger control, and coordination. Improvements in these areas can support school readiness, independence in self-care, and confidence in daily tasks. Progress varies between children and depends on the underlying cause of delay.

Is Occupational Therapy at this clinic covered by NDIS funding?

NDIS registration for Occupational Therapy has not been confirmed in the current directory snapshot. Families with NDIS plans should contact the clinic directly to confirm registration status and discuss how sessions may be funded under the 2025-26 scheme. Private payment options may also be available.

What should I expect in a first appointment?

A typical first session involves discussion of the child's developmental history, observation of fine motor skills during play and structured tasks, and identification of goals. The occupational therapist will then recommend a tailored activity plan. Sessions are usually play-based and age-appropriate. Specific details about appointment structure and duration should be confirmed directly with the clinic.

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