Frequently Asked Questions

Ready Steady Speech offers speech pathology services in the areas of articulation, stuttering, and literacy. Formal language assessment using the CELF-5 and School Readiness Assssments are also offered.

Articulation: If your child has not yet met the speech sound milestones expected for their age, early speech intervention is recommended. Producing speech sounds is highly habitual, so intervention has greater success when started at a young age, in order to break their speech habits as soon as possible. Check out the speech sound milestones published by Kid Sense here.

Literacy: Your child’s school teacher is likely to have great insight into how they are performing with their current literacy curriculum. If your teacher has expressed concerns, or your child is not reaching the reading milestones, you might consider seeking a literacy assessment with a Speech Pathologist. Check out these reading milestones published by Kids Health here.

Stuttering: If your child demonstrates a) repetitions of sounds, syllables, words, or phrases, b) prolongs sounds, or c) has blocks in their speech, it may be a sign of stuttering. A family history of stuttering can increase the likelihood of a child developing stuttering. If you have a family history, it’s essential to monitor your child’s speech closely.

Therapy sessions are typically scheduled on a weekly basis. However, the frequency may vary depending on your child’s needs and goals.

You could be eligible to claim a percentage of the session cost back through Private Health Insurance (depending on your level of coverage), however, this will have to be done by the individual after full payment for the session is received.

Ready Steady Speech also accepts Care Plans from General Practitioners. Please provide a copy of the care plan to the Speech Pathologist.

Ready Steady Speech accepts NDIS self- and plan-managed participants.

The duration of Speech Therapy varies based on each child’s specific needs and progress. Some children may require therapy for a few weeks or months, while others may benefit from longer-term support. Your Speech Pathologist will work closely with you to set realistic expectations and provide ongoing assessments. Ready Steady Speech also offers review-basis sessions, where you can have a check-in every 3-6 months to review your child’s speech/ communication.

Yes, we’re currently accepting new clients. Please contact us to schedule an appointment.

You can expect a comprehensive assessment to identify your child’s strengths and areas of support. Your Speech Pathologist will create an individualised treatment plan, set specific goals, and regularly monitor progress. You’ll receive guidance on how to support your child’s communication/ literacy development at home. The ultimate goal is to enhance your child’s communication skills, boost their confidence, and improve their overall quality of life.

Yes, at Ready Steady Speech we offer group therapy sessions including a focused literacy group ‘Ready Steady Read’, and a Prep readiness group ‘Ready Set Prep’. These sessions are subject to availability, inclusion criteria, and time of year. Please contact us to find out more or to express your interest.

Yes. An individualised report can be provided upon request. These can be helpful for kindergartens, GPs, pediatricians, team care meetings, and NDIS applications/ reviews. All reports are invoiced at the hourly rate. Please speak to your Speech Pathologist to get a quote.

No, there is absolutely no obligation to continue with ongoing sessions after an initial assessment. At Ready Steady Speech, we believe in providing flexible and client-centered services. Following the assessment, we’ll discuss the results with you, and together, we can decide on the best course of action. You have the freedom to choose whether or not to proceed with therapy. We want you to feel comfortable and confident in your decision, and we’re here to help support you every step of the way.

You are also not obliged to continue with sessions once you have commenced your intervention journey either.