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International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences Vol. 13(6), pp. 1182 - 1193
DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130602
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Development of a Sensory Integration-Based Assessment System for Fundamental Motor Skills in Children Aged 5–6 Years

Wei Huang , Watthanapong Khongsuebsor ^*
Department of Health and Sport Science, Faculty of Education, Mahasarakham University, Thailand

ABSTRACT

This study aimed to develop an evaluation system for assessing gross motor development in children aged 5–6 years based on sensory integration theory. Early identification of motor skill delays is essential for guiding timely interventions in young children. Using the Delphi method across three rounds with 12 experts, 10 key indicators were systematically identified and refined. Pretesting and retesting with 450 children from licensed kindergartens across 14 cities in Guangxi Province, China, demonstrated strong content validity (IOC = 0.80–1.00) and high reliability (Spearman's r = 0.790–0.932, p < 0.05). Revisions to the indicators were made based on expert feedback and test results to ensure clarity, relevance, and practical applicability. The resulting tool offers a reliable and valid framework for educators and therapists to detect developmental delays early and design targeted interventions. Beyond its current application, the model highlights potential for extension to younger children (ages 3–4), cross-cultural testing, and adaptation into digital or app-based formats to enhance accessibility and longitudinal tracking. This research contributes to early childhood education and therapy by embedding sensory integration principles into a comprehensive, multidimensional approach to motor skill assessment.

KEYWORDS
Fundamental Motor Skills, Sensory Integration, Early Childhood Assessment, Delphi Method, Physical Education

Cite This Paper in IEEE or APA Citation Styles
(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Wei Huang , Watthanapong Khongsuebsor , "Development of a Sensory Integration-Based Assessment System for Fundamental Motor Skills in Children Aged 5–6 Years," International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, Vol. 13, No. 6, pp. 1182 - 1193, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130602.

(b). APA Format:
Wei Huang , Watthanapong Khongsuebsor (2025). Development of a Sensory Integration-Based Assessment System for Fundamental Motor Skills in Children Aged 5–6 Years. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 13(6), 1182 - 1193. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130602.