Visual Perception
Visual perception is how a child understands and makes sense of what they see. These skills support learning and everyday tasks.
Visual discrimination
Noticing differences and similarities between shapes, letters and objects.
Visual memory
Remembering what has been seen.
Visual spatial skills
Understanding position, direction and space.
Visual perception supports reading, dressing, finding objects and coordination.
Visual Perception Assessment
A visual perception assessment may include:
- Visual tasks and games.
- Observation during daily activities.
- Review of school and learning demands.
- Discussion of functional challenges.
The assessment identifies visual processing strengths and needs.
Visual Perception Therapy
Visual perception therapy is individualised and practical. Therapy may:
- Strengthen visual processing skills.
- Support learning and classroom tasks.
- Improve organisation and independence.
- Adapt environments and materials.
The focus is on functional visual skills for daily life.
For more information on Visual Perception, visit:
- The Visual Perception page on the Kid Sense website: https://childdevelopment.com.au/areas-of-concern/visual-perception/
- The Typical Visual Motor Development In Children page on the Growing Hands On Kids website: https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/typical-visual-motor-development-in-children.html