Gross Motor
Gross Motor AbilityScore 600–700: Your Next Steps
A Gross Motor AbilityScore in the 600–700 band signals emerging, developing big-movement skills with clear room to grow. The next steps are to review the profile with a clinician, set 2–3 motor goals, begin or fine-tune physiotherapy and occupational support, keep movement playful at home, and plan a re-measure. A clinical AbilityScore® and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre under qualified clinician care.
A Gross Motor AbilityScore in the 600–700 band is a clear, encouraging signal — your child is making real progress, and the next steps are about steady, joyful momentum.
In short
A Gross Motor AbilityScore® in the 600–700 band points to emerging, developing strength in the big-movement skills — sitting, crawling, standing, walking, running, climbing and balance — with room to grow towards confident, well-coordinated movement. This is a starting point for a focused plan, not a verdict. The next steps are simple: review the score with your therapist, set 2–3 clear motor goals, begin or fine-tune physiotherapy or occupational support, and keep movement playful and frequent at home.What the next steps look like
- Talk through the profile with your clinician. A single band is one part of the picture. Your therapist will explain which gross-motor skills are strong and which need building, and how this links to your child's age and everyday activities (ICF d455 — moving around).
- Set a few clear, doable goals. For example, steadier standing balance, climbing stairs with alternating feet, or catching and throwing — chosen to matter for your child's daily life.
- Begin or adjust therapy. Gross-motor goals are usually supported through paediatric physiotherapy and occupational therapy — building core strength, balance, coordination and motor planning through play-based, graded activities.
- Make movement part of every day. Short, frequent bursts of active play at home — climbing, hopping, ball games, obstacle courses — turn therapy goals into real-world skill.
- Plan a re-measure. The AbilityScore® is designed to be tracked over time, so you can see progress clearly and adjust the plan as your child grows.
A score in this band most often means keep going with purpose — consistent, well-targeted support tends to move children steadily towards stronger, more confident movement.
When to seek a closer look
Speak to your clinician sooner if you notice your child consistently using one side of the body far more than the other, frequent falls or stiffness, a loss of a skill they previously had, or movement that seems painful. These warrant prompt review rather than waiting for the next routine check.The Pinnacle way
A clinical AbilityScore® and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre, under qualified clinician care — never from an app or a number alone. Your child's AbilityScore® profile is reviewed by a clinician who turns the 600–700 band into a clear, personalised motor plan, supported through physiotherapy and gross-motor therapy. You can always [start here](/) to find your nearest centre across our 70+ centres in 4 states.Trusted sources
WHO ICF (d455, moving around) framing of mobility and gross-motor function; American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org) developmental-milestone guidance; CDC milestone tracking resources for movement and motor skills.Next step — Ready to turn this score into a clear plan? Book a motor assessment with a Pinnacle clinician.
This is general information, not a diagnosis — a clinical AbilityScore® and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre under qualified clinician care.
What to watch
Watch for consistently using one side of the body more than the other, frequent falls or stiffness, loss of a previously gained skill, or movement that seems painful — these warrant prompt clinical review rather than waiting.
Try this at home
Build short, playful bursts of big movement into each day — an indoor obstacle course, hopping games, climbing cushions, or rolling and catching a ball — so therapy goals become natural, joyful practice.
Trusted sources
Developed by SETU Consortium · Pinnacle Blooms Network · Last reviewed 2026-06-10
This is general information, not a diagnosis. A clinical AbilityScore® and any diagnosis are formed only at a Pinnacle Blooms Network centre, under qualified clinician care.
Frequently asked
Is a Gross Motor AbilityScore of 600–700 a bad result?
No. It points to emerging, developing big-movement skills with clear room to grow — a useful starting point for a focused plan, not a verdict. With consistent, well-targeted support, children in this band typically move steadily towards stronger, more confident movement.
What therapy helps gross-motor skills?
Gross-motor goals are usually supported through paediatric physiotherapy and occupational therapy, building core strength, balance, coordination and motor planning through play-based, graded activities. Your clinician will tailor this to your child's specific goals.
How often should the AbilityScore be re-measured?
The AbilityScore® is designed to be tracked over time so you can see progress clearly. Your Pinnacle clinician will recommend a re-measure interval based on your child's age, goals and the pace of progress.
Can I support gross-motor development at home?
Yes — short, frequent bursts of active play such as climbing, hopping, ball games and obstacle courses turn therapy goals into real-world skill. Your therapist can suggest simple activities matched to your child's current goals.