LEGO-Based Therapy Groups
Helping tamariki connect, communicate, and grow through something they love.
Our LEGO-Based Therapy Groups are a fun, structured, evidence-informed way to support children with their social skill development — without pressure, fear, or forced interaction. Through shared LEGO play, children practice important life skills in a way that feels safe, motivating, and child-centred.
Building Social Skills Through Play
What is LEGO-Based Therapy?
LEGO-Based Therapy is an evidence-based programme designed to facilitate social skill development in a fun and playful way.
Children work together to build LEGO models in small groups, with each child taking on a specific role. This structure naturally supports communication, collaboration, and shared problem-solving — all while children are focused on something enjoyable and meaningful to them.
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Our LEGO-Based Therapy Groups are designed for:
Groups of 2–3 children
Tamariki experiencing challenges with their social skill development
Children who enjoy building or structured play
The groups are facilitated by our Occupational Therapist, Bo O’Sullivan, who has completed formal LEGO-Based Therapy facilitator training.
A diagnosis is not required. We focus on each child’s strengths, interests, and support needs.
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Groups can be held in a range of settings:
In our clinic
At schools
In the community
LEGO is wonderfully transportable, and Bo is happy to go where the need is, supporting children in environments where they feel most comfortable.
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Initially, Bo will be running short LEGO-Based Therapy groups:
Weekly sessions
Term-blocks
Small groups of 2–3 children
Each session follows a clear and predictable structure, helping children feel safe and supported while practising skills such as communication, cooperation, and emotional regulation.
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Every child is maurea, a unique treasure, and not every group suits every child. We always recommend an initial consult first to make sure this group feels like the right fit for your whānau.
Keen to learn more?
If you would like to:
Ask questions
Find out about upcoming groups
Talk through whether this would suit your child
We would love to hear from you.
Get in touch to register your interest or book a kōrero with our team.
Why LEGO?
While it may look like play, LEGO-Based Therapy supports a wide range of developmental skills, including:
Social interaction skills such as turn-taking, sharing, and teamwork
Communication and listening skills
Problem-solving and flexible thinking
Attention and focus
Fine motor skills
Emotional regulation and resilience
Because the learning happens through play, children often feel more relaxed, confident, and willing to engage.
How much does it cost?
We offer a few different options, depending on what feels like the best fit for your child and whānau.
All options below cover a school-term LEGO-Based Therapy group.
LEGO-Based Therapy Group only – $670
This option is best for:
Children who are already known to our service, or
Tamariki who are very warmly and safely referred from another support team, where no additional assessment outside the group is needed
This includes everything required within the LEGO-Based Therapy group for the term.
LEGO-Based Therapy Group + initial individual consult with Bo – $800*
This option includes:
The full term LEGO-Based Therapy group, and
One initial individual session with Bo to better understand your child’s strengths, goals, and support needs
This package includes a $60 discount on the initial consult to support families getting started.
LEGO-Based Therapy Group + 3 individual sessions with Bo – $980*
This option includes:
The full term LEGO-Based Therapy group, and
Three individual sessions with Bo alongside the group
In this package, the third individual session is free, providing added support and continuity for your child across the term.
*An initial consultation with our occupational therapist is required before entering the group to ensure that the LEGO group is the right fit for your child.
