Kids Matters Occupational Therapy

What Kids Matters Occupational Therapy does

Kids Matters Occupational Therapy is a Brisbane, Queensland-based private paediatric occupational therapy practice operating three physical clinics in Yeerongpilly, Aspley, and Highgate Hill. The practice serves children aged 0-18 years with sensory processing issues, autism, dyslexia, ADHD, developmental delays, dyspraxia, Down syndrome, and other disabilities, delivering therapy through in-clinic sessions, telehealth, and a Mobile OT service provided in homes, schools, and community settings. Clinical delivery is structured around a tiered therapist system (Consultant OTs with 25+ years of experience, Senior OTs, and Experienced OTs) and a catalogue of evidence-based programs including DIRFloortime, Cogmed Working Memory Training, Sensory Integration, Therapeutic Listening, the Alert Program, the CO-OP Approach, the Wilbarger Therapressure Protocol, and vestibular, auditory, and toileting interventions.

The business operates three revenue streams: fee-for-service clinical therapy funded through NDIS Plan Managed arrangements, GP Mental Health Plans, and GP Chronic Condition Management Plans (the primary stream); e-commerce sales of branded therapy equipment including Flare Calmer sensory devices, MyBurrow portable sensory retreats, and KandoKutter and KiddiKutter safety knives with Australia-wide postage; and online learning modules plus professional development events such as Executive Function, Prep Readiness, Challenging Behaviours, and the Kindy Uplift PD Program for teachers. Revenue is therefore a mix of funding-scheme-dependent services, one-time product sales, and recurring digital/education income, with the largest economic dependence on the NDIS scheme and GP-referred care plans.

The underlying technology stack is standard SaaS rather than proprietary clinical systems: Zanda for cloud-based practice management with data hosted in Australia, Powerdiary for appointment scheduling, Microsoft Office365 for operations and storage, Mailchimp for newsletters, and National Australia Bank for EFTPOS. The practice is privately held, founder/practitioner-owned with no disclosed venture or private equity investment, no parent company, and no subsidiaries apart from the not-for-profit Kids Matters Community Foundation. Operating geographies are confined to Queensland (Brisbane metropolitan), the firm is a 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards State Finalist in the Championing Health category, and there are no disclosed acquisitions, funding rounds, or AI/ML capabilities.

Name

Kids Matters Occupational Therapy

Legal name

Kids Matters

Website

https://kidsmatters.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kids Matters Occupational Therapy is a Brisbane-based private paediatric OT practice operating three clinics, serving children aged 0-18 with developmental, sensory, and motor challenges via in-clinic, telehealth, and mobile therapy funded primarily through NDIS and GP care plans.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340), Offices of Other Health Practitioners (6213)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Pediatric/School-Based Occupational Therapy (OT) (EDAKAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tele-Occupational Therapy (Telehealth OT) (EDAKAFAL), Pediatric In-Home Rehabilitation Therapy (PT/OT/SLP) (HSABADAM), Outpatient Occupational Therapy (OT) Clinics (HLADAJAE)

Keywords

• Pediatric occupational therapy
• Sensory integration therapy
• Child developmental therapy
• Mobile occupational therapy
• Therapeutic equipment retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Yeerongpilly

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Therapy Services: Paediatric occupational therapy sessions delivered in-clinic, via telehealth, or mobile OT services. Revenue generated through fee-for-service arrangements, NDIS plan-managed funding, and GP-referred care plans (Mental Health Plans and Chronic Condition Management Plans).
2. Product Sales: Sale of occupational therapy equipment and tools including Flare Calmer, KandoKutter, KiddiKutter, and MyBurrow therapeutic products. One-time purchase model with postage charges.
3. Online Learning & Events: Revenue from online courses and webinars including Executive Function Learning Modules, Prep Readiness, and Challenging Behaviours programs. Also professional development events like Kindy Uplift PD Program for teachers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kids Matters Occupational Therapy is a Brisbane-based pediatric occupational therapy practice that delivers specialist OT services to children aged 0-18 with developmental, sensory, motor, and behavioral challenges. Services are delivered via three physical clinic locations (Yeerongpilly, Aspley, Highgate Hill), telehealth, and mobile/in-home sessions, supported by a tiered therapist structure (Consultant, Senior, Experienced OTs). The practice also retails therapy equipment and runs online learning courses and professional development programs for parents and educators.

Product overview

Kids Matters Occupational Therapy is a Brisbane-based pediatric occupational therapy practice offering a comprehensive range of clinical services, therapeutic programs, and products. The company operates three clinic locations (Yeerongpilly, Aspley, and Highgate Hill) and provides mobile, telehealth, and in-clinic therapy services for children aged 0-18 years. Their therapeutic offerings include evidence-based programs such as DIRFloortime®, Cogmed Working Memory Training, Sensory Integration, Therapeutic Listening®, and the Wilbarger Therapressure Protocol. The company also sells specialized therapy equipment including the Flare Calmer® sensory calming devices and MyBurrow® portable sensory retreats, as well as therapeutic cutting tools (KandoKutter, KiddiKutter). Educational offerings include online courses, webinars, LEGO Club, and the Kindy Uplift professional development program for educators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kids Matters Community Foundation: Not-for-profit arm of Kids Matters providing community support and services.

Products and services

• Clinic Based Therapy In-person occupational therapy sessions delivered at the company's three Brisbane clinic locations in Yeerongpilly, Aspley, and Highgate Hill for children aged 0-18 with developmental, sensory, motor, and behavioral challenges.
• Mobile Occupational Therapy Therapy services delivered at the client's home, school, or community setting for families requiring in-home support and natural-environment intervention.
• Telehealth Occupational Therapy Remote occupational therapy appointments conducted via video conferencing for families who cannot attend in-person sessions or prefer remote delivery.
• Parenting Support Guidance and evidence-based strategies for parents to better understand and support their children with sensory processing challenges, developmental difficulties, and behavioral concerns.
• Flare Calmer Sensory Devices Flare Calmer and Flare Calmer Kids are wearable calming devices designed to help children and adults manage sensory sensitivities and overstimulation, priced at $38.00 plus Australia-wide postage.
• MyBurrow Portable Sensory Retreats The Wombat ($344.00), Quoll ($287.00), and Bilby ($239.00) are portable sensory retreat tents that provide proprioceptive and deep pressure input to support children's self-regulation, available with Australia-wide postage.
• KandoKutter and KiddiKutter Safety Knives Child-safe therapeutic cutting tools (KandoKutter $39.99, KiddiKutter $18.99, KiddiKutter Wooden $22.99) designed to help children develop fine motor skills and independence during food preparation, available with Australia-wide postage.
• Executive Function Learning Modules Self-paced online learning modules for parents and professionals covering executive function development and support strategies in children.
• Prep Readiness Program Online learning modules and resources preparing children for their first year of school (Prep), targeted at parents and educators.
• Challenging Behaviours Online Course Online training program for parents and professionals focused on understanding and managing challenging behaviors in children with sensory processing differences.
• Kindy Uplift Professional Development Program Professional development program for kindergarten teachers and educators focused on supporting children's readiness for school, including understanding sensory and developmental needs in the classroom.

Quantifiable outcome

• Case studies demonstrate improvements in areas such as toileting independence achieved in 12 weeks, handwriting improvements after 11 months, reading/writing progress after 2 months, and successful school preparation outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ZandacoreTechnology or IntegrationZanda is the cloud-based practice management software used to securely store client information. Zanda's data centres are located in Australia, supporting compliance with Australian privacy requirements.
• Office365coreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Office365 is used for practice operations and data storage. Data storage centres are located in Australia.
• PowerdiarycoreTechnology or IntegrationPowerdiary is used for appointment scheduling and practice management. Service level agreements are in place for security and reliability.
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)coreOthersNDIS Plan Managed funding is accepted, allowing families with NDIS plans to access therapy services. This represents a significant funding partnership with the Australian government's disability support scheme.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Therapy Focus: Western Australia-based paediatric therapy provider delivering NDIS-funded occupational therapy, physio and speech across metro and regional WA. Comparable paediatric OT model but operates in a different geography.

Direct peers

• Plumtree Children's Services: NSW paediatric disability provider supporting children with developmental delay and disability through therapy, early learning and family support. Comparable paediatric therapy + family support focus.
• Ability Action Australia: Australian NDIS-registered paediatric therapy provider delivering OT, physio, speech and psychology across home, school, clinic and telehealth settings. Highly comparable to Kids Matters on funding mix (NDIS), age range (paediatric) and multi-channel delivery.
• Kairros Allied Health: Australian allied health organisation delivering occupational therapy, physiotherapy and psychology under NDIS and rehab funding. Comparable multi-site paediatric/adult OT provider with similar funding diversification strategy.
• Everyday Independence: Australian NDIS allied health provider offering OT, physio, speech and positive behaviour support across clinic, community and telehealth settings. Operates a comparable therapy-led, funding-mixed paediatric model with national reach.
• LifeWorks Allied Health: Queensland-based paediatric therapy provider offering occupational therapy, speech pathology and psychology for children. Closely overlaps with Kids Matters on paediatric focus, Queensland clinic footprint, and NDIS-aligned service model.
• Therapy Pro: Australian allied health provider delivering paediatric occupational therapy, speech therapy and physiotherapy across multiple Queensland and NSW sites. Closely comparable business model (clinic + mobile + telehealth paediatric OT) and Brisbane/Queensland footprint.

Others

• Sensory Smart: Adjacent Australian supplier/distributor of sensory regulation tools and therapeutic equipment. Indirectly comparable to Kids Matters' e-commerce product line (Flare Calmer, MyBurrow) and serves the same paediatric OT and parent buyer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Northcott: Large, established Australian disability and paediatric services provider delivering therapy, accommodation, early intervention and respite across NSW/ACT/QLD. A much broader incumbent but competes directly for NDIS-funded paediatric therapy referrals.
• APM Group (APM): Large ASX-listed international employment, allied health and NDIS services group, parent of Ability Action Australia. Competes for the same NDIS-funded paediatric therapy demand with deeper capital and multi-state coverage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/kidsmattersOT
• Instagraminstagram.com/kidsmattersot
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kids-matters-occupational-therapy

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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