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Nurture your child’s unique needs with personalised sensory assessments that support their growth and well-being, helping them thrive in the way that suits them best.

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Understanding sensory assessments

Sensory assessments help us understand how your children experience and respond to the world around them. Every child processes sensory information differently, and these assessments provide key insights into areas like sensitivity to sounds, textures, and movement.

Some children may feel overwhelmed by certain sensations, struggle with coordination, or have trouble focusing because of sensory overload. Others may seek extra sensory input or excel in specific sensory activities. These differences can affect how they learn, interact with others, and manage daily tasks.

By identifying the strengths and areas that need extra support, sensory assessments allow us to create a personalised plan that nurtures your child’s sensory development, helping them feel more comfortable and confident in their environment.

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How our sensory assessment works

At Early Start Australia, we recognise that every child experiences the world through their senses in a unique way. We design our sensory assessments to explore how your child processes sensory information gently—whether it’s sound, touch, movement, or visual input—while making sure they feel comfortable throughout the process.

We focus on identifying how your child engages with their environment, what stimulates or overwhelms them, and where they feel most comfortable. This holistic understanding helps us uncover both their sensory strengths and challenges.

With these insights, we’ll work with you to develop personalised strategies that promote smoother daily experiences, from managing sensory sensitivities to enhancing focus and participation in activities. This ensures your child receives the right support to navigate their world confidently.

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NDIS funding for sensory assessments

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a vital resource for families seeking support for children who may benefit from a sensory assessment. NDIS funding often covers sensory assessments, giving you access to strategies that address your child’s specific sensory needs.

At Early Start Australia, we know that navigating the NDIS process can feel overwhelming. Our experienced team is here to support you, helping develop a personalised plan that makes the most of your NDIS funding, and ensuring your child receives the right care to feel more comfortable and confident in their environment.

Frequently asked questions

Signs of sensory processing challenges can include avoiding certain textures, sounds, or lights, difficulty sitting still, a need for constant movement, or a tendency to be easily overwhelmed by sensory input. If you notice these behaviours, a sensory assessment may be helpful.

Sensory processing challenges can affect how your child engages with their environment, participates in school, interacts with others, and completes daily tasks. Identifying and addressing these challenges can greatly improve their quality of life.

Sensory assessments help identify areas where your child may be experiencing discomfort or difficulty. With this understanding, therapists can develop personalised interventions to help your child manage sensory sensitivities and improve their comfort and participation in daily activities.

A sensory assessment typically looks at how your child responds to various stimuli, including tactile (touch), auditory (sound), visual, gustatory (taste), olfactory (smell), proprioceptive (body awareness), and vestibular (balance and movement) inputs.

If your child seems overly sensitive or under-reactive to certain stimuli (e.g., loud noises, bright lights, or specific textures), or if they have difficulty focusing, a sensory assessment can help pinpoint these challenges and provide strategies to support their needs.

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We are a registered NDIS provider and are here to help you on your NDIS journey. We provide quality and safe services, follow NDIS requirements, and support your needs and goals.