Child Led Goal Setting Tool

Develop meaningful, child-centred goals with confidence.

The Child-Led Goal Setting Tool is a ready-to-use clinical resource designed to help paediatric occupational therapists engage children and adolescents in the goal-setting process. Using visual supports aligned with the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF-4), the resource helps children identify the occupations that matter most to them, making goal setting more collaborative, meaningful and motivating.

What's Included

  • Age-specific versions for children and adolescents (5–7, 8–12, 13–15 and 16–18 years)

  • Interactive PowerPoint versions for telehealth

  • Printable graphic cards for face-to-face sessions

  • Written versions for older adolescents

  • Comprehensive user manual with administration guidelines and clinical tips

  • Instant digital download

  • Lifetime access to this product

Perfect For

Paediatric occupational therapists working in private practice, schools, community settings and telehealth who want to make goal setting more engaging, collaborative and meaningful.

Why You'll Love It

  • Save time with ready-to-use clinical resources

  • Increase children's engagement in the goal-setting process

  • Support genuine child-centred practice

  • Develop meaningful goals across all occupational domains

  • Suitable for both face-to-face and telehealth sessions

  • Flexible enough to adapt to each child's strengths, communication style and developmental level

Whether you're working with a 5-year-old just beginning to identify their goals or a teenager planning for greater independence, this toolkit provides a practical framework that can be integrated into everyday clinical practice.

Purchase Information

✔ Instant digital download

✔ Lifetime access

✔ Created by the Stepping Stones Therapy for Children team & led by Dr Michelle Newby PhD, Paediatric Occupational Therapist with over 25 years of clinical experience.

Please note: As this is a digital product with immediate access to downloadable resources, all sales are final and refunds cannot be provided. Please ensure this resource meets your needs before purchasing.