School Readiness Programme

A School Readiness Program is designed to prepare children for the transition to formal schooling. It focuses on developing the skills and abilities necessary for success in a school environment.

Here are the key components of our program:

Individualized Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand each child’s strengths, challenges, and developmental needs.
• Use the assessment results to create a personalized plan tailored to the child’s specific requirements.

Skill Development:

• Social Skills: Teach children how to interact with peers and adults, share, take turns, and participate in group activities.
• Communication Skills: Improve both verbal and non-verbal communication abilities, including understanding and following instructions.
• Cognitive Skills: Enhance problem-solving abilities, memory, attention span, and other cognitive functions critical for learning.
• Motor Skills: Develop fine motor skills (e.g., holding a pencil, cutting with scissors) and gross motor skills (e.g., running, jumping) essential for school activities.
• Self-Care Skills: Encourage independence in activities such as dressing, eating, and using the restroom.

Behavioral Support:

• Implement strategies to manage behavioral challenges and promote positive behaviors.
• Teach self-regulation techniques to help children handle emotions and stress.

Academic Preparation:

• Introduce basic academic concepts like numbers, letters, shapes, and colors.
• Engage children in pre-reading and pre-writing activities to build foundational literacy skills.

Routine and Structure:

• Establish routines and schedules similar to a typical school day to help children adapt to the structured environment of a classroom.
• Practice transitions between activities to reduce anxiety and improve adaptability.

Parental Involvement:

• Involve parents in the program through regular communication, training sessions, and workshops.
• Provide parents with strategies and activities to support their child’s development at home.

Collaboration with Schools:

• Work closely with future schools to ensure a smooth transition.
• Share the child’s progress and specific needs with teachers and school staff to facilitate continuity of support.

Therapeutic Services:

• Incorporate speech therapy, occupational therapy, Behavioural therapy, and other relevant therapies into the program to address specific developmental needs.

The primary goal of a School Readiness Program needs is to equip children with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in a school setting, ensuring they have a positive and successful start to their educational journey.