Paediatric Physiotherapy in Canberra
Our passionate and experienced team can support your child’s development.
From motor skills to overall wellbeing, we’re experienced in children’s physiotherapy and aim to create a happy and healthy therapy journey for your little one.
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Paediatric Physiotherapy in Deakin, Canberra – Supporting Your Child’s Movement and Development
Children grow at different rates, and it’s common for parents to wonder whether their child is meeting expected milestones. You may have noticed challenges with movement, balance or coordination, or perhaps a developmental screening has highlighted areas needing extra support.
Our Deakin, Canberra paediatric physiotherapists work closely with families to understand each child’s needs and create a therapy plan that supports their development in a positive, encouraging environment.
Our physiotherapists can help with:
- Early mobility skills such as rolling, sitting, crawling and walking
- Participation in physical activities like bike riding, ball skills and swimming
- Equipment prescription including seating, standing frames and walkers
- Orthopaedic concerns such as plagiocephaly, lower limb alignment, scoliosis or joint pain
- Developmental delays affecting movement or strength
- Balance, coordination and motor planning
- Neurological conditions including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, stroke and traumatic brain injury
- Genetic conditions such as Down syndrome and achondroplasia
- Low muscle tone and reduced endurance
What to expect at Early Start Australia Deakin
At Early Start Australia Deakin, we provide physiotherapy that supports the unique needs of babies, children and adolescents as they develop their movement skills.
Our multidisciplinary team — including physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists — works collaboratively to ensure your child receives coordinated, holistic care in one convenient location.
Therapy where it works best for you and your child
We offer flexible service delivery options to ensure therapy fits naturally into your child’s daily life:
- In‑clinic sessions – Delivered in our welcoming, child‑friendly Deakin clinic
- Telehealth appointments – Convenient online sessions from home
- Mobile therapy – Support provided at your home, your child’s school or early learning centre across Canberra
Our sessions are fun, engaging and play‑based, helping children build skills through movement, exploration and meaningful activities.
Service Areas We Support – Deakin & Greater Canberra
Located at Unit 1, Lower Ground Floor, 43–49 Geils Court, Deakin, our clinic is easily accessible for families across Canberra’s inner south and surrounding suburbs.
We proudly support families from: Deakin, Yarralumla, Curtin, Hughes, Garran, Forrest, Red Hill, Kingston, Barton, Narrabundah, Woden Valley, Weston Creek.
Whether you visit us in‑clinic, connect via telehealth or access mobile therapy, our Deakin team is committed to providing high‑quality, family‑centred physiotherapy across the region.
How to get started
- Book your initial appointment at our Deakin clinic – Share your concerns and goals with our physiotherapists.
- Assessment & recommendations – We’ll complete assessments to understand your child’s strengths and areas for support.
- Personalised therapy plan – We’ll design a tailored program that may include movement training, strengthening, stretching, motor learning and play‑based activities.
Our goal is to make every session enjoyable, motivating and meaningful for your child.
Our dedicated team of health professionals are ready to get started when you are
To learn more about our children’s physiotherapy services or to book an appointment contact Early Start Australia Deakin.
The Early Start Australia promise
Holistic care and treatment plans
Our multi-disciplinary team works together with you to understand your child’s needs. From there, we’ll develop a plan with evidence-based strategies. Work with us to achieve your goals and enjoy a better quality of life.
Australia-wide reach
With clinics in every state and territory, and an experienced team of therapists. Find help when you need it, where you need it.
Registered NDIS provider
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.
Early intervention at all stages
Early intervention is not just for young children. We offer therapies that cater to all ages, needs and abilities, and we know the sooner you start your therapy journey, the better your outcomes. With us, you can learn new skills and enjoy more freedom and control in your life.