We provide private children's occupational therapy assessments and support for families in Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. Children’s occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need for everyday life. This can include things like playing, learning, moving, focusing, and managing daily routines such as dressing, eating, or handwriting.
Some children may find certain activities more difficult due to differences in development, coordination, attention, or sensory processing. Occupational therapy looks at these challenges in a holistic way, focusing on what is making tasks harder and how to support the child in a practical, meaningful way.
The aim is not to change who a child is, but to help them feel more confident, independent, and able to participate in the activities that matter to them; at home, at school, and in their wider community.
Support is always tailored to the individual child. This may involve direct strategies, environmental adjustments, advice for parents, or recommendations for school, depending on their needs.
What is occupational therapy and how can it support my child?
How Occupational Therapy Can Support Everyday Life
Dressing & Self-Care
Helping children learn to manage buttons, zips, and shoelaces so they can feel proud of getting ready independently.
Play & Social Skills
Encouraging children to join in games, take turns, and interact with their peers through meaningful, fun activities.
Handwriting & School Skills
Developing the fine motor strength and coordination needed for clear, comfortable writing and using school tools.
Confidence & Success
Building the internal belief that they 'can do it' by breaking tasks into small, successful steps every single day.
Attention & Focus
Finding sensory ways to help children stay calm, alert, and ready to learn in busy classrooms or nursery settings.
Mealtimes & Eating
Supporting children who struggle with textures or using cutlery, helping make mealtimes a calmer experience for the family.
Our Approach
Our approach is grounded in strengths-based, collaborative working. Every child is unique, and we work closely with families and educators to develop practical, meaningful strategies that fit into everyday life. The focus is on building confidence and supporting children to participate more independently in the activities that matter to them.
Our Step by Step Process
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Initial Consultation
Consultation: a focused discussion about your child's needs. Assessment: a comprehensive face to face assessment of your child's needs.
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Consultation or Assessment
Consultation: a focused discussion about your child's needs. Assessment: a comprehensive face to face assessment of your child's needs.
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Summary and Recommendations
Consultation: a brief summary and strategies.
Assessment: full report and summary of findings and recommendations.
Ongoing Support & Review
Some children benefit from further assessment or ongoing support. Others benefit from strategies or recommendations only. This will be clearly communicated and individual to each child.
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Collaboration
Where helpful and appropriate, we work alongside schools and other professionals to ensure support is consistent across all environments.
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