Parent & School Support at Éiri OT

Supporting a child’s development works best when everyone is on the same page. At Éiri OT, we work closely with parents — and collaborate with schools where possible — to make sure strategies are practical, consistent, and effective in everyday life.

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Parent Support

Raising a child with additional needs can feel overwhelming at times. Through home visits, we offer guidance and coaching to help you feel confident in supporting your child day to day.

This may include:

  • Practical strategies for routines (dressing, mealtimes, bedtime)

  • Sensory regulation strategies that fit into your home life

  • Fine and gross motor activity ideas for playtime

  • Handwriting and homework support tips

  • Building independence in self-care skills (feeding, toileting, dressing)

Parents are always welcome in sessions, and we provide resources and handouts so you feel supported every step of the way.

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School Support

Children spend much of their day at school, so it’s important that strategies carry over into the classroom. While we don’t currently provide in-person school visits, we can still support teachers and SNAs through:

  • Consultation with parents to share classroom strategies

  • Written recommendations for teachers and SNAs

  • Guidance for classroom adaptations (e.g. handwriting, attention, sensory-friendly setups)

  • Workshops or information sessions for schools (by arrangement)

Our goal is to help schools feel confident in supporting children’s needs while promoting inclusion and participation.

Collaboration

We believe in a team approach. That means working closely with:

  • Parents and families

  • Teachers and SNAs (via parent-led liaison)

  • GPs, health visitors, and psychologists

  • Other therapists (SLTs, PTs, psychologists)

Together, we can create a consistent support system for each child.

How to Access Support

You can request parent coaching on its own, or as part of a full therapy plan.

  • Parents: simply contact us directly.

  • Schools: we can work with you through parent consent and agreement.

Contact Us to Discuss Support Options

At Éiri OT, we know that small changes in the home and school environment can make a big difference to a child’s everyday success.