You do not need a GP referral to book with PT Kids. Families, carers and professionals can contact us directly.
No GP referral required. Families, case managers and solicitors are welcome to contact us directly.
Real feedback from the families we support with paediatric physiotherapy across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
If you are worried about your child’s movement, development, posture, sensory needs or recovery after injury or surgery, you can contact us yourself. We will ask a few questions, discuss whether an assessment is appropriate, and offer an appointment at home, school, nursery or our Doncaster clinic.
Concerns about how your child moves, walks, balances or keeps up with friends.
Milestone worries from birth onwards, with or without a formal diagnosis.
Postural management, seating and equipment needs across the age range.
Sensory processing, coordination and taking part in everyday activities.
Rehabilitation after injury, fracture or surgery, including intensive blocks.
Self-referral sits alongside NHS care. Many families use private physiotherapy or occupational therapy while they wait for NHS services, or when they want more intensive, specialist input.
We aim to respond promptly, understand your concerns, and arrange an assessment with a specialist paediatric clinician.
Call, email or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions about your child and what you have been noticing.
We arrange an assessment with a paediatric clinician — at home, school, nursery or our Doncaster clinic.
We set goals with you and recommend a clear next step: advice only, a short block of therapy, or ongoing support.
Common questions about referring your child to PT Kids without a GP letter.
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No. PT Kids accepts direct referrals from families. You can call, email or use our contact form without a GP letter.
Yes. Many families combine both. We are happy to work alongside NHS therapists when that helps your child.
Availability varies, but self-referral often means you can start the conversation straight away rather than waiting for a GP letter first. Contact us for current waiting times.
We support babies, children and young people aged 0–19 across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
At home, school or nursery, or at our children’s clinic in Everton, Doncaster — whichever suits your child best.
Parents and carers can self-refer. We also welcome referrals from case managers, solicitors, schools, GPs and other health professionals — still without requiring a separate GP letter for the family pathway.
Tell us what you are noticing and we will be honest about whether an assessment will help.
No GP letter required. Families, case managers and solicitors all welcome — we respond within 48 hours.
Call 07557 537203 · Email hello@ptkids.co.uk
