Occupational Therapy

The Occupational Therapists at GSS work with the students to enable participation and engagement in all aspects of school life so they can achieve. Occupational Therapists work with the team around the student so maximum independence can be reached in all areas of the curriculum.

Areas that Occupational Therapists at GSS address are:

• Classroom seating and positioning
• Sensory input and programs
• Supporting students at mealtime
• Equipment support for toileting
• Supporting students with their ICT equipment and needs
• Supporting bus travel safety
• Modifying learning environment to maximise access
• Training for staff on strategies and correct use of equipment to ensure students and staff safety