
Paediatric Speech Pathology
Some of the things many of us take for granted, like being able to read, communicate, and express ourselves, are not always second nature for individuals who face speech or language challenges. For some individuals, acquiring these skills requires a little extra support and guidance, and at Milestones Kids Therapy Hub, we’re here to provide that support with our tailored paediatric speech pathology services.

What is Paediatric Speech Pathology?
It's likely that you've heard about speech pathology in passing. Perhaps your coworker has mentioned taking their child to a paediatric speech pathologist. Maybe someone you know actually goes to speech therapy themselves (because it's for adults too). So, what actually is paediatric speech pathology? It’s an allied health service that focuses on diagnosing, assessing, and providing therapy for children who may experience challenges with speech, language, communication, and/or swallowing.
Paediatric speech pathologists, often affectionately referred to as "speechies," specialise in helping children develop these essential skills, working closely with families and other practitioners to create tailored therapy plans. By addressing the underlying issues and providing practical strategies, they help children express themselves, connect with others, and navigate daily life with confidence.
A Collaborative, Child-Led Approach to Children's Speech and Language Therapy
You know the phrase: "It takes a village." Well, here at Milestones Kids Therapy Hub, we truly believe in that philosophy. That’s why we work closely with families and other health professionals to provide the best possible support for your child. Why do we do this? Because you know your child best and, we want to develop a therapy plan that is tailored to them.
So, what do our sessions look like? In line with our child-led approach, we craft fun, interactive sessions based on the child's interests because we know that therapy is more effective when the child is engaged and wants to participate. By making speech therapy feel like play, we create a safe and enjoyable space where the child can learn, grow, and develop communication skills at their own pace.
Based in Wetherill, we provide speech therapy for children from toddler age up to 16 years old. So, if you're looking for speech pathology services in Sydney that prioritise a collaborative, child-centred approach, look no further than Milestones Kids Therapy Hub.

What Does a Paediatric Speech Pathologist Focus On?
At Milestones Kids Therapy Hub, we focus on several key areas of speech and language development, including:

Language
Language development in children encompasses both the ability to express oneself and understand others.
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Expressive language: A child's ability to communicate thoughts, feelings, needs, and ideas. A child struggling with this may struggle to form sentences, use the right words, or express themselves clearly. We focus on building vocabulary, improving sentence structure, and supporting effective communication.
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Receptive language: A child's ability to process and understand the language they hear or read. A child who struggles with this may have difficulty following instructions or answering questions. We focus on improving their comprehension skills, helping them follow instructions, and their ability to process spoken and written language.
Literacy
You'll be surprised (or maybe you won't) that a child's literacy skills are intrinsically linked to their prior development and understanding of fundamental language skills such as vocabulary, sentence structure and word sounding. As speech pathologists, we work on strengthening these foundations, helping children become more confident in their reading and spelling skills and abilities to express themselves on paper and out loud.
Speech
Being able to clearly express your thoughts, ideas, and feelings is essential for effective communication, no matter your age. We specifically work with children who have difficulty with articulation and pronunciation, focusing on helping them speak more clearly and intelligibly. Our goal is to empower them to be able to express themselves freely and be understood by others.
Social Communication
At Milestones Kids Therapy Hub, with our speech pathology services, we focus on helping children communicate with other kids and adults in social settings. We guide children in learning to take turns in conversation, understand non-verbal cues, and use appropriate language in different social situations. These things are really important for making friends and getting along with others.
Stuttering
We know how frustrating stuttering can feel for kids who are just trying to express themselves. And while, for many children stuttering is something that resolves on its own, for some, it requires early intervention and support from a qualified professional. At Milestones Kids Therapy Hub, we use proven techniques to help children manage and reduce stuttering, enabling them to communicate confidently and clearly in their everyday lives.
For more information about how paediatric speech pathology services can assist your child, check out our blog.
What Can Speech Pathology Help With?
Speech therapy is an effective way to support individuals with various communication difficulties. For example, speech therapy is appropriate for those with autism, attention deficit disorders and other developmental delays. Other common disorders that a speech pathologist can help with are:
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Late Talking
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Developmental delay (e.g., GDD)
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Stutters, stammers, & lisps
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Difficulties with reading comprehension
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Spelling & reading disorders
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Apraxia
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Difficulties with expression and understanding
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Speech sound disorders
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Difficulties with articulation
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Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
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Difficulties with feeding & swallowing
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Intellectual disabilities
How Milestones Kids Therapy Hub Can Help
We always begin with an in-depth initial assessment; this involves chatting with you (the parent or caregiver) about your child's history, current challenges, strengths and abilities, as well as your goals and concerns about their progress. We'll then continue with our language and speech assessment; here, we use plenty of toys and standardised assessment tools to gain greater insight into your child's current skills and challenges.
After the initial assessment, we'll develop a tailored therapy plan to address your child's specific needs, build on their strengths, and support their progress towards achieving developmental milestones. In doing so, we work closely with families to ensure therapy strategies are practical, effective, and easily integrated into everyday routines at home, ultimately improving the therapy's effectiveness.

Reach Out
If you're looking for speech therapy services in Sydney, please contact us. We look forward to speaking with you!