Children's Occupational Therapy Assessment with an OT Programme
Introducing our most affordable Occupational Therapy Assessment
We understand that times are tough for many of our families facing long waiting times and the ever growing costs of daily living. With that in mind we have designed this assessment to be as affordable as possible without compromising on quality or effectiveness. This assessment is perfect for those who just want to know how to support their child with the challenges they are facing.
What is Occupational Therapy?
The purpose of paediatric occupational therapy is to enable children to participate in daily activities (or occupations) to improve health, independence and wellbeing.
Occupations for children or young people may include self-care (dressing, eating a meal, using the toilet, making a simple meal), being productive (participating in activities and routines at nursery or school, or volunteering), and leisure (playing with friends, doing sports or hobbies).
Occupational therapists can help babies, children and young people who may need support and advice if they are not able to do daily occupations due to illness, disability, family circumstances, or as a result of changes as they get older. Occupational therapists will support the child or young person, their family and other relevant people such as teachers, to evaluate challenges and strengths in doing daily activities.
This service usually occurs within the child’s natural environment (home, school or other relevant community settings).
What is included in the assessment?
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​A pre-assessment questionnaire to be completed by School and Parents returned 24 hours before the assessment date.
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Up to 60 minutes face to face assessment* and no less than 45 minutes.
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Summative Report (PDF) including identification of the child's strengths and challenges with targeted strategies of support.
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* the face to face assessment can be either the therapist working 1:1 with the child or a class based observation depending on the child's identified needs and identified goals highlighted within the pre-assessment questionnaire.
What will be covered in the assessment?
The pre-assessment questionnaire includes questions about medical and family history as well as questions regarding the child's ability with activities of daily living. A really important question we ask is for you to identify up to three functional goals you would like your child to achieve. This will help our therapist tailor the 1:1 assessment in order to provide targeted support in achieving a positive out come for the child.
Depending on need Our assessment may include:
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Assessment of Handwriting or Typing skills
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Assessment of Fine and Gross Motor Skills
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Assessment of Functional skills
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Class based Observation
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Where will the assessment take place?
As occupational therapists we value the role the environment plays in a persons "occupational performance". Therefore we recommend that the assessment takes place in the environment the child needs support in such as the child's school, nursery or home. We do have access to a clinic space once a week at the Marlowe Innovation Centre in Ramsgate if you would prefer to come us.
What will happen post assessment?
Following the assessment our therapists will email you an OT programme which will highlight the strengths and difficulties identified as well as recommendations to support your child. The therapist may suggest further standardised assessments depending on their findings as well as offering ongoing therapy support packages.
How much is the assessment and how do you take payment?
The cost of the assessment is £285 for clients within a 5 mile road radius of TN23. Clients outside this radius will be charged an additional 45p per road mile to help with our travel costs. We will happily send you a quote on request. Payments are made by balance transfer and we ask for payments to be made before the assessment takes place.
How to book an Assessment with Therapy Bus LTD
To book an assessment we invite you to contact us by emailing us at info@therapybusuk.co.uk with your preferred method of communication and needs. One of our team will aim to respond with 48-hours. We offer all our clients an initial phone call to ensure clarity of your needs making sure our service is right for you. ​
15 min
Free