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Physiotherapy for children
Paediatric physiotherapy in Sydney
Build mobility, balance and strength for play, getting around and everyday tasks.
Our physiotherapists come to your home or a local park. They work with your child, and with you, on the movements that feel tricky right now, using games your child actually wants to play.
A free 15-minute call about your child's movement and whether we can help.
Kids and teens under 18
Physio at home or a local park, in a space your child already knows.
Connection first
We learn how your child communicates before we ask them to move.
You're involved
Stay in the session and learn what to practise at home.
Which movements are tricky for your child?
You don't need to name a condition or work out why. Tell us what you've noticed and we'll take it from there.
If your child has lost a skill they used to have, or has new pain or a limp, see your GP, child and family health nurse or paediatrician first. Physio can then fit alongside the care they recommend.
Keeping up on a walk, or often wanting to be carried- Stairs: needing a hand or holding the rail
- Getting up from the floor, a low seat or the car
- Balance on uneven ground, like grass, sand or a bumpy path
- Joining in: kicking, hopping, climbing and playground games
What physiotherapy works on for children
Each goal is tied to something your child does every day. Here's what that can look like.
Participation in sport and play
Not just being on the team, but getting involved: chasing the ball, taking a turn and keeping up for the whole game or training session.
Gross motor skills
Running, jumping, hopping, climbing and stairs. The big movements behind getting around and joining in, with less need for a hand.
Coordination
Catching, kicking, throwing and changing direction, so the timing comes together and playground games feel more doable.
Physiotherapy for autistic children, built on connection
Many families find us looking for a physio who understands autism. Our connection-first approach starts with getting to know your child: how they communicate, what interests them and what helps them feel comfortable.
That shapes how the session runs. Your physiotherapist can use visual cues, direct language and demonstrations, and give extra time to process, whether your child is verbal, limited-verbal or non-verbal. At home, there are no bright clinic lights or waiting rooms, and we introduce equipment gradually with breaks built in.
If your child loves trains, we might lay a track of cones to step along. The physio goal is balance; the reason to keep going is the train.
Autism therapy for kids
Learning alongside your child
You know your child best, so you're part of the physio, not waiting outside it.
Therapy that fits your week
A few minutes built into things you already do, like stepping up the kerb on the walk to school, rather than a sheet of exercises.
Working alongside other therapies
Already seeing an OT, speech pathologist or exercise physiologist? We work alongside them so goals line up, and with your OK we keep your school and paediatrician in the loop.
Tell us what isn't working
If a session doesn't suit your child, say so. We'll change the activity, the pace or the plan.
Build mobility and balance for play in 3 steps
We keep the process simple, so you always know what we're working on and why.
Listen and watch
We hear what you've noticed, then watch your child move in a game they enjoy to work out which part of the task is tricky.
Practise through play
We shape a plan with you and practise it in games, adjusting the challenge so your child keeps succeeding.
Review how your child is joining in
We look at what's changed at the park, at school and at home, and choose the next goal together.
Physiotherapists who work with children
Our physiotherapists work with children and families, alongside our exercise physiologists. Read their profiles, then tell us what your child wants to do and what helps them take part.
Joey
Physiotherapist
Lucas
Physiotherapist
Leo
Physiotherapist
Victor
Director & Head Exercise Physiologist
Jennifer
Exercise Physiologist
Michel
Exercise Physiologist
Conan
Exercise Physiologist
Tony
Exercise Physiologist
Laura
Exercise Physiologist
Judy
Exercise Physiologist
Raquel
Exercise Physiologist
Alex
Exercise Physiologist
Alexia
Exercise Physiologist
Helping Sydney families move and play for 8+ years
Drift Health has worked with the NDIS community for more than 8 years, and more than 130 families have built movement, fitness and confidence with our physiotherapists and exercise physiologists.
Our mission is helping kids with autism be kids. That means sessions that feel like play, in places your child already knows.
Physio home visits for children across Sydney
Tell us your suburb and the times that suit your family, and we'll check which physiotherapist covers your area.
South West Sydney
Liverpool, Fairfield and Campbelltown
Western Sydney
Blacktown, Parramatta and Penrith
The Hills & North West
Castle Hill, Kellyville and surrounding suburbs
Inner West
Ashfield, Marrickville and Burwood
CBD & inner city
Sydney CBD and nearby suburbs
South Sydney
Miranda, Cronulla and Sutherland
Coverage depends on clinician availability, so please ask about your suburb.
Questions parents often ask
Should we start if my child is in pain or something has changed suddenly?
Sudden pain, a new limp or skills your child has lost need a medical review first. See your GP, child and family health nurse or paediatrician, then come back to us for movement support alongside that.
What if my child isn't comfortable with a physiotherapist?
Tell us how your child communicates, what helps them feel settled and what they'd rather avoid. We adapt the session, the instructions and the pace around that, and you can let us know if it isn't working.
What age do you work with?
We work with children and teenagers under 18. Tell us your child's age and what's tricky on the free call, and we'll tell you honestly whether paediatric physiotherapy is the right fit or whether another service or referral is a better starting point.
Should my child see a physio or an exercise physiologist?
Both assess movement and use exercise. Physiotherapy suits movement difficulties that need assessment and treatment, while exercise physiology focuses on building strength, fitness and skills through planned exercise. If you're unsure, ask on the free call, or read our guide comparing the two.
Can physiotherapy fit alongside other therapy my child has?
Yes, it often does. Physiotherapy works on movement, balance and mobility, which can support what other therapists are doing. We're happy to share what we're working on with your team, with your say-so.
Do we need a referral?
No. A GP referral isn't required, and you can contact us directly by booking a free call. If your GP, paediatrician or support coordinator would like to refer your child, they can use our referral form.
How does funding work for physiotherapy?
It depends on your child's plan. We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS plans; Drift Health isn't a registered NDIS provider, so NDIA-managed plans can't be used. Our fees are in line with the NDIS price limits, travel is charged in line with NDIS rules, and a standard session is 60 minutes, with extended sessions available. We'll quote it all before you start. Your plan manager can confirm how the funding can be used.
Help your child move, play and join in with confidence
Tell us which movements are tricky and what you'd like your child to join in with. On a free 15‑minute call, we'll explain how the physiotherapist would assess it and shape a plan you work on together.
- Talk through whether physiotherapy fits your child's movement needs
- Ask about a clinician's approach and experience with children
- Check your suburb, appointment availability and proposed fees
