Therapy & development · Registration group 0118
Early childhood supports
Therapy and support for children younger than 9, working with families in the places children learn and play.
What this support can include
- Occupational therapy, speech pathology and physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Early childhood educators and developmental educators
- Support at home, kinder, childcare or school
- Practical strategies for parents and carers
Who it suits
Families of children younger than 9 with early childhood supports in their NDIS plan.
How it works with your plan
In the NDIS Pricing Schedule, early childhood supports sit under Capacity Building: Improved Daily Living.
Whether your plan includes funding for this support is up to the NDIA. If you're not sure, call us and we'll talk it through.
Worried about your child's development?
You don't need a diagnosis to get help. Early childhood partners work with families of children younger than 9, at no cost. Call the NDIA on 1800 800 110 to find yours.
Who delivers your support
Your support is delivered by a qualified professional we contract. They work under ARG Care's NDIS registration, and ARG Care remains responsible for the quality of the support. You'll always know who they are before they start.
Prices
For NDIA-managed and plan-managed participants, our prices stay within the NDIS price limits. We agree prices with everyone in writing before supports start.
| Support | Price limit |
|---|---|
| Occupational therapyNDIS item 15_617_0118_1_3 | $193.99per hour |
| Speech pathologyNDIS item 15_622_0118_1_3 | $193.99per hour |
| PhysiotherapyNDIS item 15_003_0118_1_3 | $183.99per hour |
| PsychologyNDIS item 15_001_0118_1_3 | $252.99per hour |
| Early childhood teacher or educatorNDIS item 15_625_0118_1_3 | $193.99per hour |
National price limits from the NDIS Pricing Schedule 2026-27, effective 24 September 2026. Last checked 2 October 2026. These are maximums for NDIA-managed and plan-managed participants. NDIA pricing arrangements (opens in a new tab)
Questions people ask
Will the therapist work with my child's kinder or school?
With your agreement, yes. Working in everyday settings is often the most useful way to help.
Can you help us apply for the NDIS for our child?
Yes. See help applying for the NDIS. Early childhood partners can also help families apply at no cost.