Happy Hands Group Program

The SSC Happy Hands Group Programs are all about promoting fine motor development, confidence and social skills to participate in learning and everyday tasks at school and in the community. The program is ideal for children between the ages of 4 to 6.

Fine motor skills are integral for participating in everyday situations and activities across environments. For example: using scissors, developing pencil grasp, letter formation, tying shoelaces, getting dressed, opening lunch boxes, to name a few things. Without these skills, a child’s confidence, self-esteem and independence can be affected and learning can become more challenging.

How will the Group Program help?

The Happy Hands Group uses fun and motivating fine motor-based activities to help children become more independent in the classroom and in everyday situations. Developed by our experienced Occupational Therapists, this program incorporates learning to encourage problem-solving by “having a go”, no matter what the outcome, in a supportive environment with similar-age peers. In this way children learn confidence and resilience while mastering essential developmental skills. The group programs include a wide range of activities covering areas including strengthening, fine motor control, dexterity, spatial planning, hand-eye coordination, letter and number formations, cutting, problem solving, planning etc. together with social skills elements.

Age 4 - 6

Monday the 22nd, Tuesday the 23rd and Wednesday the 24th of April 2024

9:30am - 11:30am each day

(2 hours x 3 days - 6 hour program)

New Client Enquiry Form

$690
info@sydneyspeechclinic.com.au
New Client Enquiry Form

Happy Hands Group Program goals

  • Participate in learning and everyday tasks at school and in the community
  • Use fine motor-based activities to help children become more independent
  • Encourage problem-solving by “having a go”
  • Learn confidence and resilience
  • Develop strengthening, fine motor control, dexterity, spatial planning, hand-eye coordination, letter and number formations, cutting, problem solving, planning etc. together with social skills elements

Frequently Asked Questions

1Where is the group held?
Intensive group program sessions are held at our clinic in Lane Cove. We have a variety of purpose-built therapy rooms that are spacious, colourful and engaging for learning. Families are encouraged to wait outside the clinic approximately 5 minutes prior to the start of the session. The therapists facilitating the group will meet children there, and accompany them to the therapy room. The address of the clinic is: Ground Floor, 1 Pottery Lane, Lane Cove, 2066, NSW.
2What happens if I miss one of the sessions?
All group programs are designed so that a session can be missed without hindering future sessions. However, if you are unable to attend, we do appreciate 24 hours notice so that the facilitator can plan accordingly. Unfortunately we cannot provide a refund for missed group sessions.
3How do I pay?
All group sessions are paid for via a booking link in advance of the program to secure your spot. Our Client Services Team are available to answer any questions you may have.
4What qualifications do the staff have?
All group programs are designed and led by certified practicing Speech Pathologists and/or Occupational Therapists. Allied Health Assistants are often on hand to assist also in the groups.
5Do parents need to stay?
No. Our therapists are very experienced with helping children transition. If a child is particularly anxious then a parent is welcome to help their child transition into the room if their child needs them to settle. Once you have left, we will be sure let you know if your child is still not settling in well though in most cases this is not required as they soon get into the fun and games of the session! There are plenty of shops and cafes in the local area that we encourage parents to explore while they wait. Please return and wait outside 5 minutes before the end of the session to allow for a smooth transition out of the clinic.
6What do I need to bring?
No need to bring anything! All resources for the group program will be provided by Sydney Speech Clinic. Children are welcome to bring a water bottle into the therapy room.
7Do groups replace one to one sessions?
No. One-to-one sessions are intensive, individualised, and tailored specifically to the needs of the client. Group sessions are seen as ‘boosters’ or supplementation to one-on-one therapy, and should not be used as a replacement in most cases.