Gross Motor Skills

Educators will explore strategies to support the development of gross motor skills and facilitative physical environments in diverse learners. Practical, evidence-based approaches will empower educators to create inclusive environments that promote physical movement and coordination.

Key objectives:

• Understand the importance of gross motor skills in early childhood development and inclusive education.
• Identify appropriate activities and tools to enhance balance, strength, and coordination.
• Integrate gross motor skill development into everyday routines and play.
• Foster participation, confidence, and physical well-being for all children.

Educators will leave confident in implementing gross motor activities that ensure every child can move, play, and participate meaningfully in their learning environment.

On the Move!

A developmental group with sessions targeting the facilitation of gross and fine motor skills through an evidence-based lens of play, wonder and exploration. Learn to move, create and grow in a small group setting with concurrent education for caregivers and support staff in real time and “off” the floor.

Expected outcomes are improved:

• understanding of physical development milestones
• ability to support gross and fine motor development
• ability to implement strategies that encourage physical independence and
• ability to adapt environments to promote active play
• fine motor skills
• gross motor skills and
• coordination.

• Provided by: Physiotherapist
• Duration: 90 minutes plus 30 minutes preparation time
• Number of sessions: One
• Maximum number of attendees: 25

$390 plus travel $2340 plus travel, for 8 week program, for 4 children