Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, and Early Intervention

Aims & Scope

With more than one quarter of all occupational therapists currently working in educational settings, the absence of a comprehensive resource on research and issues related to school-practice has been a problem for practitioners who don’t have ready access to university libraries.

The Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools & Early Intervention provides a much-needed single source for articles that examine innovative practice methods, strategies for effective decision-making, and the latest evidence-based research findings consistent with current professional policies and guidelines.

This unique, peer-reviewed journal focuses on early intervention and schools but also includes other settings (home, clinics, juvenile justice system) to help promote the seamless transition of effective services for children and adolescents.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.1
2024	0.70

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.369

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	19

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	14604

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	166

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions, Psychology and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Relationship Between Visual-Motor Integration, Eye-Hand Coordination, and Quality of Handwriting

  Citation: 91

  Authors: Marie-Laure, Jean-Michel, Pierre-André

• Handwriting in 2015: A main occupation for primary school–aged children in the classroom?

  Citation: 47

  Authors: Emily, Tara

• Occupational Therapy Role in School-based Practice: Perspectives from Teachers and OTs

  Citation: 46

  Authors: Tiffany, Lyndi

• Handwriting of Eight-Year-Old Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder: An Exploration

  Citation: 44

  Authors: Linda, Sylvia, Jenny

• Teachers’ perceptions of the role of occupational therapist in schools

  Citation: 37

  Authors: Jeryl D., Kimberly A., J. J.

• Perceptions of Children Who Participated in a School-Based Yoga Program

  Citation: 34

  Authors: Jane, Julie, Maryanna

• Handwriting Acquisition and Intervention: A Systematic Review

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Lee Ann, Deborah A., Lynn M.

• A Survey of Pediatric Occupational Therapists' Use of Play

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Heather, Kari J., Allison Kristine, Heather

• A Retrospective Analysis of the Sequential Oral Sensory Feeding Approach in Children with Feeding Difficulties

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Jeryl D., Carol S., Casey, Diane

• Where to Next for School Playground Interventions to Encourage Active Play? An Exploration of Structured and Unstructured School Playground Strategies

  Citation: 26

  Authors: Brendon

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