Occupational-therapist–led · Irvington, NY

Rooted in science.Built for growth.

We help children ages 2–5 build the foundation for school — focus, coordination, confidence, and independence — in the right order, and we show you the progress every month.

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A child in movement — building coordination and confidence

OT-led

Measured monthly

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The RISE Method

From the first step to the first day.

Before a child can write, sit still, or follow directions, the foundation has to come first — regulation, then coordination, then precision, then real-life independence. Watch the root take hold, one stage at a time.

A journey from the sky down to school

The Rooted sprout doing calming heavy-work to get ready to learn

Heavy work, breathing & sensory play

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Regulate

Seed stage

“Get the brain and body ready to learn.”

We build nervous-system regulation, sensory organization, and attention readiness — because a dysregulated body can't access learning.

The Rooted sprout balancing through an obstacle course

Obstacle courses & coordination games

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Integrate

Sprout stage

“Help the body move together.”

Coordination, motor planning, balance, and crossing the midline — the groundwork for confident, organized movement.

The Rooted sprout drawing with a crayon at a little table

Fine-motor & pre-writing stations

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Strengthen

Bloom stage

“Build precision and control.”

Hand strength, grasp, and visual-motor skills — the precision behind cutting, drawing, and handwriting readiness.

The Rooted sprout confidently buttoning a coat

Real-life routines & classroom tasks

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Empower

Thrive stage

“Use the skills in real life.”

Following directions, completing tasks, and participating in a group — readiness that carries into the classroom and daily routines.

Why Rooted

Foundation first. Measured every month.

Most programs jump to academics. We build the developmental base — in sequence — and track it so you can see it working.

OT-led

Designed and led by licensed occupational therapists — not generic enrichment.

Ages 2–5

The window when the foundation for school is actually being built.

Small groups

High-ratio sessions, grouped by readiness so every child is met where they are.

Every month

Measurable progress through the RISE Readiness Profile — Seed to Thrive.

Founding families

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