Serving Marion & the southern suburbs
Speech Pathology & Occupational Therapy for Marion Families
SPOT Paediatrics supports children from Marion and the surrounding suburbs with speech pathology and occupational therapy, both available from our clinic in Hove. Families can access one or both services in the same place, with clear fees and a neuro-affirming, child-led approach from the very first visit. We can also visit nearby childcare centres, preschools and schools in a training capacity to strengthen skills in educators and teachers.
Speech pathology and occupational therapy for children from Marion
Marion is home to a large and growing number of young families, and many are juggling appointments across multiple providers before finding SPOT. Our speech pathologists support speech sounds, language, literacy, social communication, mealtime challenges and AAC. Our occupational therapists support fine motor and gross motor skills, sensory processing, regulation, organisation and planning, sleep, toileting, self-care and handwriting. If your child needs support from both teams, we offer joint sessions or same-day appointments to reduce how many trips you need to make.
Speech Pathology
- Speech sounds & articulation
- Language (receptive & expressive)
- Literacy support
- Social communication
- AAC
Occupational Therapy
- Fine motor & gross motor
- Sensory processing
- Regulation
- Organisation & planning
- Self-care & handwriting
This matters most for families juggling more than one child, a job, or a partner’s schedule as well as their own — which describes a lot of the Marion families we work with. Rather than coordinating two separate providers, you’re dealing with one clinic that already knows your child’s history. We support toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, and we’ll tell you plainly if we don’t think we’re the right fit for what your child needs.
Why families from Marion choose SPOT
We’re upfront about fees and funding, including NDIS, Medicare and private options, from your first phone call. Parents and carers are included in sessions and supported with practical strategies to use at home. Every session is shaped around your child’s own interests and strengths, and our neuro-affirming approach means we’re working with your child’s way of experiencing the world, not trying to change it. If your child’s childcare, kindy or school in the Marion area has raised something they’ve noticed, we’re also happy to connect directly with educators — you can read more about what to expect from that first conversation.
You can read more about what to expect from that first conversation.
Getting to SPOT from Marion
Our Hove clinic is around 10 minutes’ drive from Marion via Sturt Road or Diagonal Road, and is also accessible for families in Mitchell Park, Park Holme, Ascot Park and Oaklands Park.
All sessions currently take place on-site at our Hove clinic. We provide community-based supports for your child through training, observation, and collaboration with educators and teachers, speak with your therapist if you would like this as part of your child’s supports.
*OT and speech supports delivered in a child-care centre may be considered on a case by case basis, subject to scheduling requirements and location. A travel fee is incurred with any supports delivered outside of our clinic.
- By Car: The drive takes about 10 minutes depending on traffic. You can travel easily via either Sturt Road or Diagonal Road. This route makes the clinic highly accessible for nearby southern suburbs like Mitchell Park, Park Holme, Ascot Park, and Oaklands Park.
- By Bus: You can take the Route 262 or Route 265 bus directly from the Marion Centre Interchange heading towards Brighton Station/Hove. These buses run frequently down Sturt Road and stop right near the Hove area, making it a quick and direct public transport trip for families traveling without a car.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you see children from Marion and the surrounding suburbs?
Yes. We support families from Marion, Mitchell Park, Park Holme, Ascot Park, Oaklands Park and nearby suburbs, alongside families closer to our Hove clinic.
How long does it take to get to SPOT from Marion?
Around 10 minutes by car via Sturt Road or Diagonal Road, depending on traffic.
Can we access both speech pathology and occupational therapy in one visit?
Yes, many families do exactly this. We can arrange joint sessions or back-to-back appointments on the same day. These sessions are highly beneficial and very collaborative, often having a bigger impact, and you’re not making separate trips for each service.
What funding options do you accept for families from Marion?
We work with NDIS plan-managed and self-managed participants, families using a Medicare-funded referral, and families paying privately. We’ll talk you through your options on your first call.
Do you provide mobile therapy or school visits?
SPOT Paediatrics is a predominantly clinic-based practice located in Hove. All sessions currently take place on-site at our Hove clinic. We provide community-based supports for your child through training, observation, and collaboration with educators and teachers. Speak with your therapist if you would like this as part of your child’s supports. *OT and speech supports delivered in a child-care centre may be considered on a case by case basis, subject to scheduling requirements and location. A travel fee is incurred with any supports delivered outside of our clinic.
Tools and tips to support your family
We believe in empowering parents with the knowledge and resources to feel confident and informed. Here’s where you can learn more about our approach and how we support your child.
Guidance on fees and funding
Discover more about NDIS, Medicare, and private funding options, so you know exactly what’s available to support your child’s journey.
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What to expect in a therapy session
A quick guide to help you understand what your child will experience, making their first visit feel more familiar and comfortable.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Find answers to common questions about therapy, how we work, and what makes our approach unique.