Teacher’s Quick Reference Guide
When should I refer a child to OT? Click here for a guide
Kids Matters Referral Form
This online referral form can be directly submitted to Kids Matters or printed and given to the parent to take in. Click here for the Teacher referral form to make referring to OT easier.
Ideas for teachers
Here are a few ideas to address some common childhood challenges. Try these at school, but if the child does not make improvements within a few weeks, is resistant to the activities or gets unsettled, individual therapy advice may be needed. Click below for information or ideas to help with:
- Enhancing Sensory Processing Skills
- Fine and Gross Motor Readiness Checklist
- Fine Motor Program
- Posture Control Program
- Proprioceptive Activities for School
- Working Memory Strategies for Home & School
Please note that Kids Matters does not bulk bill.