Gross Motor Assessment
A Gross Motor Assessment evaluates how a child uses large muscle groups for movement, balance, and coordination. These skills are the foundation for play, participation, and school activities such as running, jumping, and sitting upright.
What Is a Gross Motor Assessment?
This assessment identifies how a child controls and coordinates their body for everyday movement. Our occupational therapists use standardised tests and observation-based analysis to assess core strength, balance, posture, and motor planning.
What We Assess
Balance and Coordination: stability during movement and play.
Core Strength and Posture: endurance and control for seated and standing tasks.
Motor Planning and Sequencing: ability to organise and execute movements.
Spatial Awareness and Body Control: understanding of body position and movement in space.
Why a Gross Motor Assessment Matters
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Identifies difficulties affecting play, sports, and classroom participation.
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Supports interventions for coordination, endurance, and motor control.
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Informs therapy to enhance participation in physical and social activities.
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Guides targeted therapy to improve coordination, strength, and confidence.
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Provides clear recommendations for home and classroom strategies.
What to expect
A Gross Motor Assessment typically takes 45–60 minutes and involves observation, movement-based play, and structured testing.
Families receive a detailed report outlining results, recommendations, and suggested next steps for therapy.
At Rocket Health Services, we help children move with confidence, strength, and coordination - so they can play, learn, and thrive.