
Unlocking Your Child’s Potential: Understanding Dyslexia Reading and writing skills are often seen as key indicators of a child’s intelligence and academic future. So, if your child is struggling to meet these milestones, it’s natural to worry that something might be wrong. In a city like Singapore, where education is highly prioritized, the pressure to...
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – What You Need to Know Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects how a person communicates, interacts, and experiences the world. It varies widely, with challenges in social skills, speech, and behavior—often including repetitive actions and deep, focused interests. Autism Looks Different in Everyone Not Just Boys! Autism is often diagnosed later...
Whether it’s exploring a new sport, enhancing developmental skills, or getting creative with arts and crafts, there are many specialized centers in Singapore dedicated to helping children with special needs. These programs are tailored to provide your child with the support they need while having fun and building confidence. Customized Programs for Every Child Children...
Every child is unique, and during their formative years, some may need extra attention and support to thrive. If your child has special needs, getting the right assessments early on can make a world of difference in their development. By identifying their strengths and challenges, you can find the right resources and support to help...
As little ones grow, it's common for them to struggle with enunciating or pronouncing words clearly. While it can be concerning, this is a normal part of language development—and the good news is that with the right support, they can overcome these hurdles! Speech therapy is a powerful tool to help kids improve their speaking...
When it comes to supporting children with special needs, Singapore offers a wide range of options to ensure they receive the care, attention, and resources they need. Whether you're seeking an assessment, diagnosis, or a school or clinic to support your child's learning and development, the options are plentiful. Comprehensive Support for Every Child Every...
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood disorders. It is typically first diagnosed during the childhood years, and may last into adulthood. Some telltale signs of a child with ADHD includes squirming or fidgeting, frequent daydreaming, trouble paying attention, impulsive behaviors, talking too much, and difficulty getting along with others....
If your child is on the autism spectrum, has been diagnosed with a learning, developmental, language, or other disorders, disability, or difficulty, early intervention, and daily inclusive education are the best things you can give them - and yourself. The educational scene in Singapore is exceptionally advanced when it comes to inclusivity. Schools are opening...
Annabelle Kids (AKIDS) is an inclusive child therapy center conveniently located in central Singapore that adopts a fun-filled, play-based approach to therapy that delivers a holistic picture of your child's development and needs. Join them November 4 & 5 for their Annabelle Kids Symposium Playdate, where they'll have an exciting lineup of webinars and in-person...
Are you looking for support services for your child with special needs? KidsFirst provides early childhood and school-aged intervention services. They offer centre-based classroom intervention and individual therapy services following best practice educational and clinical approaches. Established in 2017, they are dedicated to providing developmental intervention services for clients. Their early intervention teachers, speech pathologists...
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