About Us
Helping Children Thrive Through Play
Hop & Learn Children's Therapy is a multidisciplinary clinic in Melbourne's west, providing occupational therapy and speech pathology services for children of all abilities.
Founded with Heart & Purpose
Hop & Learn Children's Therapy was founded by Rutu Patel, an occupational therapist with a deep passion for helping children with developmental differences reach their full potential.
Before starting Hop & Learn, Rutu worked as a support worker with families of children experiencing developmental delays. This experience shaped her understanding of the challenges families face and inspired her vision for a therapy clinic that truly puts families first.
Today, Hop & Learn has grown into a team of 12 dedicated therapists and assistants, all sharing the same commitment to neurodiversity-affirming, play-based care. We're proud to serve families across Truganina, Point Cook, Tarneit, and beyond.
Rutu Patel
Founder & Occupational Therapist
What We Believe In
Our approach is guided by core values that put children and families at the centre of everything we do.
Neurodiversity-Affirming
We celebrate every child's unique neurology. Our approach honours differences rather than trying to 'fix' them.
Family-Centered Care
Families are partners in therapy. We work collaboratively with parents, carers, and schools to support your child.
Play-Based Approach
Children learn best through play. Our sessions are fun, engaging, and tailored to each child's interests.
Local & Accessible
Based in Melbourne's west, we understand our community. Clinic, home visits, and telehealth options available.
Evidence-Based Practice
We stay current with research and best practices. Our therapists engage in ongoing professional development.
Supportive Environment
Our clinic feels like a playroom, not a medical appointment. Children look forward to coming each week.
12+
Team Members
500+
Families Supported
3
Service Delivery Options
2022
Founded
What Sets Hop & Learn Apart
- Truly multidisciplinary — OT and Speech Pathology under one roof for seamless care
- Neurodiversity-affirming practice that celebrates every child's unique strengths
- Flexible service delivery: clinic, home visits, school/kinder support, and telehealth
- NDIS support available for self-managed and plan-managed families
- A warm, play-based clinic environment where children feel safe and excited to attend
- Strong connections with local schools, kindergartens, and community services in Melbourne's west
Our Commitment to Quality
Every therapist at Hop & Learn is registered with AHPRA and holds current Working With Children Checks. Our team engages in regular professional development, clinical supervision, and peer review to ensure the highest standard of care.
We support self-managed and plan-managed NDIS families and can help with therapy reports, goal tracking, and practical guidance around using your funding well.
Meet the People Behind the Play
Our multidisciplinary team of occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and allied health assistants work together to support your child.
What Families Say
Real feedback from families we've had the privilege to support
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy!"
Sarah M.
Truganina
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless."
David & Kim L.
Tarneit
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school."
Priya R.
Point Cook
"My child looks forward to coming every week – the clinic feels more like a playroom than a medical appointment."
Parent
Tarneit
"The therapists really understand kids in Melbourne's west and work closely with our school."
Parent
Truganina
Read more in our latest Google reviews
Based on 6 reviews from Google
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
