Paediatric Developmental Assessments

At Bespoke OT, we provide comprehensive paediatric and developmental assessments from our Booragoon (Perth WA) clinic, helping families gain a clear understanding of their child's development, strengths and support needs. We also provide assessment and supporting documentation to teenagers in high school requiring additional educational supports and accommodations which will enable them to more confidently participate in assessments, exams, and testing.

Every child develops at their own pace, but sometimes parents, teachers or health professionals notice differences in areas such as communication, emotional regulation, attention, learning, play, self-care pre-writing, handwriting, or motor skills. A developmental assessment can help identify why your child may be experiencing challenges and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations to support them at home, school and in the community.

Our experienced Occupational Therapists take a warm, child-centred approach, recognising that every child is unique. We look beyond a diagnosis to understand how your child's development impacts their everyday life, participation and independence. We offer private clinic-based assessments coupled with school-based observations, consultation and liaison.

What We Assess

Our paediatric developmental assessments explore:

• Fine motor skills, handwriting and visual motor integration

• Gross motor skills, balance and coordination

• Sensory processing and sensory regulation

• Emotional regulation and coping skills

• Attention, concentration and executive functioning

• Play skills and social participation

• Self-care skills such as dressing, toileting and feeding

• School readiness and classroom functioning

• Independence in everyday activities

• Functional participation at home, school and in the community

Our adolescent assessments focus more broadly on the demands of the curriculum on the young person, and we help you pinpoint both remedial and compensatory tactics to assist them to participate in school.

Where appropriate, we utilise standardised assessment tools alongside clinical observations, parent interviews and information from schools or other treating professionals to build a comprehensive understanding of your child's or teenager’s needs.

Who Can Benefit?

A developmental assessment may be suitable for children and adolescents who:

• Are experiencing developmental delays

• Have concerns relating to Autism (ASD), ADHD or sensory processing

• Are struggling with emotional regulation or behaviour

• Find everyday tasks more difficult than expected for their age

• Are experiencing challenges at school

• Need support with school readiness, transition to high school, or other transitions

• Require documentation to guide therapy, educational planning, extra time for assessments

What to Expect

Our assessment process is designed to be relaxed, engaging and family-centred. We take the time to get to know your child while gathering a detailed understanding of their developmental profile.

Following the assessment, you'll receive:

• A comprehensive written report

• An explanation of your child's strengths and areas of difficulty

• Individualised recommendations for home, school and therapy

• Guidance on appropriate supports, interventions and next steps

Our goal is not simply to identify challenges, but to provide families with practical strategies and a clear pathway forward.

Why Choose Bespoke OT?

Bespoke OT is a boutique Occupational Therapy practice providing high-quality, evidence-based services to children and families across Perth. Our clinicians have extensive experience supporting children with a wide range of developmental, neurological and disability presentations, including Autism, ADHD, developmental delay, intellectual disability and sensory processing differences.

We believe the best assessments don't just produce a report; they give families clarity, confidence and practical direction. Every recommendation is tailored to your child's unique strengths, goals and daily life.

If you're looking for a paediatric developmental assessment in Booragoon or Perth's southern suburbs, we'd be delighted to support your family.