Step Into Prep
Prep Readiness Program
Small-group Occupational Therapy support for starting school.
Starting Prep brings new routines, new experiences and plenty of everyday skills to practise.
Step Into Prep is a five-week occupational therapy group led by Occupational Therapist Molly Baresic, for children aged approximately 4–5 preparing to start Prep.
Through practical activities in a small, supportive group, children will have opportunities to practise everyday independence, fine motor skills, attention and learning skills, playing with others and managing frustration in a small, supportive setting.
Starts Monday 2 November 2026
Mondays, 11:30 am–12:30 pm · Five weeks · 3–4 children
Everyday independence
Practising the small tasks that help children manage their belongings and daily routines:
Putting on and removing socks and shoes.
Managing zips and buttons.
Opening lunchboxes and containers.
Opening and closing drink bottles.
Following simple self-care routines.
Everyday skills for starting school
The program focuses on skills children use throughout the day at school.
Thinking and problem-solving
Exploring ways to approach tasks and follow activities:
Matching and sorting.
Sequencing activities.
Problem-solving.
Following instructions with more than one step.
Noticing and working with visual information.
Fine motor skills
Building familiarity with tools and activities used in the classroom:
Drawing pictures and simple shapes.
Practising pre-writing shapes.
Recognising and tracing their name.
Using scissors.
Activities involving hand strength and using both hands together.
Attention and learning skills
Practising participation in a structured, supported setting:
Listening to and following instructions.
Staying engaged with a task.
Returning to a task after a distraction.
Working through activities guided by the occupational therapist.
Playing with others and managing emotions
Practising skills for shared activities and moments that feel challenging:
Taking turns in games.
Navigating play and activities with peers.
Recognising and responding to frustration.
Waiting and sharing opportunities to participate.
Could this group suit your child?
Step Into Prep may suit children preparing to start Prep who would benefit from opportunities to practise everyday school skills in a small group.
You might be looking for support with managing shoes and lunchboxes, drawing and cutting, following instructions, taking turns, or participating in activities alongside other children.
Every child brings different strengths, interests and support needs. If you are unsure whether the group would suit your child, our team can talk through your goals and any questions.
Fees and funding
Fee per session: $96.99 5-week program total: $484.95
Funding options
NDIS self-managed and plan-managed
Private paying
How the program works
Step Into Prep includes five weekly, 60-minute sessions led by Molly Baresic, Occupational Therapist. Molly will guide children through practical activities focused on everyday skills for starting school, with opportunities to practise alongside other children.
The group is kept small, with 3–4 children, providing opportunities to practise skills alongside peers in a supportive setting.
Families commit to the full five-week program, giving children repeated opportunities to become familiar with the group and practise the skills covered.
Next Group:
Who: Children aged 4-5 years old
When: Mondays, 2-30 November 2026, 11:30am-12:30pm
Session dates: 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 November 2026
Group Size: 3-4 children*
Location: Involve Health Hub, Aspley
*A minimum of three participants is required for the group to proceed.
Enquire about Step Into Prep
Complete the form below and our team will be in touch to discuss suitability and next steps.