Lil' Peeps Occupational Therapy Services

06/05/2026

Looking forward to the line up at this year’s conference! Also excited to present the findings of my research on Peggy Lego!! 🌟

Just one day to go until the 2026 DSF Language, Literacy & Learning Conference begins!

We’re expecting a fantastic turnout, with strong registrations from educators, school leaders and allied professionals across the country - all committed to improving outcomes for students.

With six keynote addresses, and more than 60 concurrent sessions delivered by leading specialists, the program has been designed to provide practical, evidence-based strategies you can take straight back into your classroom, school or professional context.

If you’re attending, we look forward to welcoming you!

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle, Perth
7–9 May 2026

13/02/2026

Practical strategies, real-world guidance and connection

12/02/2026

🤩 This program looks amazing for our Lil' Peeps Occupational Therapy Services clients! The Wetlands Centre Cockburn

10/02/2026

Introducing our therapy assistant team! We have a passionate group of allied health students delivering our therapy assistant services, supported by a skilled team of occupational therapists who plan and review our Lil Peeps' progress. Bring on term 1 2026 💪📝✍️🧘‍♀️

09/02/2026

❓Want to know more about prewriting, how it develops and the current teaching practice in classrooms?
✅This link will provide free access to the peer reviewed article on a study, led by Principal OT Berry Johnston, which was the first of it's kind to explore this for 4-5 year olds.

Handwriting is a key component of literacy, allowing children to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding. Handwriting challenges often result in a referral for occupational therapy due to its...

06/02/2026

New year, new shirts and new team member! Welcome to the Lil'Peeps Crew Shannon!

17/12/2025

As the school year comes to an end , the team are going to take some time out to enjoy the summer and get us ready for action in 2026!.
# # Our office shuts on the 18th December and re opens on the 27th January.

16/12/2025

For those families waiting for a paediatrician this may be a great opportunity!

The Child Development Services team is seeking young volunteers (aged 6 months to 5.5 years) to help train Paediatric Registrars in developmental assessments.

This is a great opportunity for your child to engage in a relaxed, informal session while helping doctors develop their skills.

When:
• 2 – 4 February 2026

Where:
• Murdoch Community Hub

During the session, your child will take part in activities that assess motor skills, hearing and speech, eye/hand coordination, social development, and more, all guided by Paediatric Registrars.

Parents are welcome to join, ask questions, and enjoy the experience together!

Places are limited, so don’t wait – sign up now via our online form:
https://forms.office.com/r/z1JQTPAjgc

12/12/2025

✅Wow - a busy end to the year for Lil' Peeps Occupational Therapy Services
Another peer reviewed study published in the Australian Occupational Therapy Journal on the Prewriting Assessment, developed by Berry Johnston.
Access the full article online here:

Introduction Handwriting is a skill required for successful classroom engagement, with mastery of prewriting patterns a key stage of its early development. Currently, there are limited tools evaluat...

11/12/2025

🍃 Yesterday the team Lil' Peeps Occupational Therapy Services heard from our resident nature play consultant OT Cathfitz_ot on the outcomes of her research project.
Nature is so powerful for our health and wellbeing … children and adults alike. What kind of nature experiences do you have planned this summer??? 🌞 🏝️ 🍃

10/12/2025

The team at Lil' Peeps Occupational Therapy Services spent time today to reflect on how lucky we are to work with our families and schools and plan for 2026… and to spread some Christmas cheer by collecting donations for Community Collective Hamilton hill inc