Paediatrics
Helping kids build skills to learn, play, move, communicate, and connect with others.
Paediatrics at GRS covers support for children and young people under 18 who experience delays or difficulties in their physical, cognitive, social, or emotional development. This can include children accessing Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) support from birth to age seven, as well as school-aged children and adolescents navigating conditions such as autism, ADHD, learning or intellectual disability, or difficulties linked to anxiety, depression, or past trauma. These challenges can affect a child's ability to learn, play, move, communicate, care for themselves, and build relationships with family, peers, and the wider community. GRS is an NDIS-registered provider delivering multidisciplinary paediatric support, bringing together occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and behaviour support practitioners as relevant to each child. Support is family-centred, recognising that parents, carers, and educators play a central role in a child's progress, and that therapy works best when it is woven into everyday routines at home, at school, and in the community. GRS works closely with families to understand each child's strengths, needs, and NDIS plan, shaping support that helps children build the skills and confidence to participate fully in childhood and everyday life.
Our Approach
GRS's approach to paediatric support starts with understanding each child within the context of their family, routines, and environment. Assessment considers the child's developmental stage, diagnosis, and the priorities identified by parents or carers, forming the basis for collaborative goal-setting that reflects what matters most at home, in early childhood settings, or at school. Depending on the child's needs, therapists from different disciplines, such as occupational therapy, speech pathology, physiotherapy, and psychology, work together and communicate with each other so support is joined up rather than delivered in isolation. GRS also liaises with educators, other allied health providers, and support coordinators where relevant, helping build a consistent picture of the child's progress across settings. Therapy is aligned with the child's NDIS plan, and goals and strategies are reviewed regularly with families to ensure support continues to reflect the child's changing needs as they grow and develop new skills.
Ages 0–7: Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI)
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) levels 1–3
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
- Learning Difficulty
- Down Syndrome
- Global Developmental Delay
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spina Bifida
- Cystic Fibrosis
Ages 7–17: School-Aged Services
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD
- Learning and intellectual disabilities
- Anxiety, depression, and PTSD from childhood trauma
Frequently Asked Questions
What age range does the GRS paediatrics speciality cover?
GRS supports children and young people from birth to 18 years. This includes Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) support for children aged 0 to 7, and school-aged services for children and adolescents aged 7 to 17, with therapy tailored to each stage of development.
What kinds of conditions do you support in children?
GRS supports a range of conditions including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, ARFID, learning difficulties, Down syndrome, global developmental delay, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and cystic fibrosis, as well as anxiety, depression, or PTSD linked to childhood trauma in older children and teenagers.
Which therapists might my child work with at GRS?
Depending on your child's needs, they may be supported by occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, and psychologists, sometimes alongside behaviour support practitioners. GRS selects the right mix of disciplines based on your child's diagnosis, goals, and the areas of development you would like to focus on.
How involved will I be as a parent or carer?
Very involved. GRS takes a family-centred approach, working with parents and carers to set goals, share progress, and build strategies that fit into everyday routines at home, at school, or in early childhood settings, since consistency across these environments supports a child's progress.
Is paediatric support through GRS funded by the NDIS?
Yes, GRS is an NDIS-registered provider and delivers paediatric therapy in line with a child's NDIS plan. The specific supports available depend on the plan in place, and GRS works with families and support coordinators to align therapy with funded goals.
How do we start accessing paediatric support at GRS?
You can contact GRS directly or come through a referral from a paediatrician, GP, early childhood partner, or support coordinator. GRS will discuss your child's needs and NDIS plan to determine which services and disciplines are the best fit to begin support.
Can my child access support through GRS before receiving an official diagnosis?
In some cases, yes — particularly through Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) pathways, which can support developmental concerns before a formal diagnosis is confirmed. It's best to discuss your child's specific situation with GRS or your NDIS early childhood partner directly.