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Fine motor delay Support at Squish Kids – Capalaba — Capalaba, QLD
Squish Kids – Capalaba in Capalaba, QLD lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for fine motor delay.
As of May 2026, Squish Kids – Capalaba in Capalaba, QLD has not confirmed its current availability on OTWaitlist. Availability is self-reported and can change — confirm directly with the clinic.
Services Squish Kids – Capalaba offers for fine motor delay
Squish Kids – Capalaba lists fine motor and handwriting services, which are commonly used together to address fine motor skills delay in children. Fine motor development involves the coordination and strength of small muscles in the hands and fingers, which directly supports handwriting readiness and everyday tasks like fastening buttons, using cutlery, and drawing.
According to its listing, the clinic offers fine motor interventions that may include activities such as threading beads or pegs to build finger dexterity, scissor skills practice with graduated difficulty levels, and hand-strengthening exercises using therapy putty or resistance tools. Handwriting support typically progresses from pre-writing patterns and pencil grip development through to letter formation and writing fluency.
Children with fine motor delay often benefit from a graded approach that combines play-based activities with structured practice. Squish Kids – Capalaba's listed services suggest an occupational therapy focus on building the underlying strength and coordination needed before formal handwriting instruction.
For families accessing NDIS funding in 2025-26, occupational therapy services for fine motor and handwriting support may be eligible as part of capacity-building supports. Parents should verify the clinic's current NDIS registration status and funding eligibility with the clinic directly, as registration details are self-reported in this directory listing and have not been independently confirmed.
Contact Squish Kids – Capalaba
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- Phone
- 07 3305 0159
- Website
- https://squishkids.com.au
About fine motor delay
Fine motor skills are the small, precise movements children use with their hands and fingers for play, self-care, and school. A fine motor skills delay describes when a child is taking longer than expected to develop these skills.
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Common questions
How do occupational therapists assess fine motor delay?
Occupational therapists typically observe how a child uses their hands during play and everyday tasks, assess grip strength and finger coordination, and review developmental milestones. They may use standardised assessments to identify specific areas of difficulty. An initial consultation with Squish Kids – Capalaba would clarify what assessment approach the clinic uses and what information parents should bring.
Will my child's fine motor delay improve with therapy?
Children's development varies widely. Occupational therapy aims to build skills and confidence through practice and tailored activities, but progress depends on many factors including age, frequency of therapy, and home practice. Squish Kids – Capalaba can discuss realistic goals and expected timeframes during an initial appointment based on your child's individual needs.
Can NDIS funding cover fine motor therapy at this clinic?
Squish Kids – Capalaba is listed as NDIS registered in this directory, though registration has not been independently verified. Occupational therapy for fine motor and handwriting support may be eligible under NDIS capacity-building supports. Contact the clinic directly to confirm current registration status and discuss your child's NDIS plan eligibility.
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Listing details last refreshed on 21 July 2026. Sourced from public clinic listings. Confirm directly with the clinic before booking.
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