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Occupational Therapy

Kudos

Service type:
Allied Health Support
AHP type:
Occupational therapy
Support category:
  • educator upskilling
  • group child support
  • family and parenting support
Primary AEDC domain:
physical health and wellbeing
Secondary AEDC domains:
language and cognitive skills
Delivery location:
all areas of South Australia
Delivery mode:
  • online live
  • in-person
  • hybrid
Program delivery:
  • by early childhood service staff with training and supports
  • by supplier staff to groups of children, families or educators
Tiered intervention:
  • tier 1 universal whole service
  • tier 2 Targeted for specific cohorts or small groups
Cost:
variable

Description

Kudos offers comprehensive occupational therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults in South Australia. We assist individuals to adapt and participate in everyday activities they find challenging, focusing on fostering independence, self-reliance and overall happiness. Kudos’ Occupational Therapy Program is tailored to individual needs, working across multiple AECD domains and supporting group activities, educator upskilling, and parenting programs in early childhood education and care settings. Key focus areas include:
  • Physical health and wellbeing: helping children develop fine and gross motor skills, improve physical access and safety through environmental modifications and promote independence in self-care activities.
  • Language and cognitive skills: activities that foster cognitive development and language skills.
  • Social competence: enhancing social skills through play and social interactions, helping children build positive relationships and engage effectively with peers.
  • Emotional maturity: assist in developing emotional control and concentration, supporting children in managing their emotions and behaviours.
  • Communication skills and general knowledge: by integrating therapy into everyday activities, children improve their communication abilities and gain practical knowledge that helps them navigate daily life.
Expected outcomes for this support are:
  • improved ability to engage in play and learning
  • improved independence skills
  • improved ability to engage in routines
  • improved fine motor skills.
For more information on this support please visit: https://www.kudosservices.com.au/learning

How this is delivered

The frequency of Kudos occupational therapy programs for group sessions can vary based on the needs of the children and the goals of the program. The program aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) by focusing on key developmental areas for children, helping children prepare for school and beyond. In an early childhood education and care setting, the recommended dosage and frequency of Kudos occupational therapy programs for group sessions can vary based on the needs of the children and the goals of the program. General guidelines include:
  • Group sessions are typically held in-person, 1-2 times per week.
  • Each group session usually lasts between 30 to 45 minutes.
  • The size of the group can impact the effectiveness of the therapy. Smaller groups (for example, 3-5 children) are often preferred to ensure each child receives adequate attention and support from the therapist.
  • Group sessions often focus on activities that promote social interaction, cooperative play and the development of fine and gross motor skills. These activities are designed to be engaging and fun, encouraging participation from all children.
Kudos will work with you to develop child group support, parent capacity building initiatives and training to reduce developmental vulnerability and achieve meaningful improvements of children’s development outcomes.

Cost

The support is delivered in-person hourly for $195, or can be scheduled in discounted blocks, up to a full day for $1,200. If travel is required, the following zones apply: Metro: no cost within 50kms of CBD. Beyond 50kms of CBD: cost by negotiation. Country visits may be bundled with flights, car hire and/or accommodation.

Contact the provider

Contact name: Kudos Tailored Learning Coordinator

Contact email: Learning@kudosservices.com.au

Contact phone: (08) 8348 6500

Contact website: https://kudosservices.com.au

About the organisation

Kudos is a not-for-profit, employee-controlled mutual providing early childhood and therapy services in South Australia. They support individuals with disabilities through therapy, group programs, capacity building, community connections, and support coordination across the state. Their 200 practitioners with decades of experience in early childhood education and care environments support 11,000 South Australian families per year.

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