10 Primary Schools In The Klang Valley That Have Specific Autism Programs Or Are Autism-Friendly

The most frequent question I receive (almost daily) is about schools. Where can a special needs child, in particular a child on the autism spectrum, receive an education in a learning environment that suits their needs?

To be honest, I still struggle with this. Ayub has changed schools multiple times. In three years he’s attended four schools. And I’m not 100% happy with his current situation.

Anyway, based on feedback from other parents, here are some private primary schools and learning centres that offer autism programs or are autism-friendly.

NOTE: My child has not attended any of these schools. Information is based on what was found online.

Here are 10 more autism-friendly schools in the Klang Valley

1. Hils Learning, Solaris Mont Kiara

Hils Learning is a learning centre located in Solaris Mont Kiara. They focus on children who learn differently, are struggling in school, or falling through the cracks academically or socially. Their belief is that each child is unique and there cannot be only one approach to fit all children. Through careful observation, they adapt methodologies to suit the individual child’s needs and learning style.

Note: this is a learning centre and not a school 

• Website: hilslearning.edu.my
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hilslearning/
• Phone number: +60362030029 or +60123076590
• Address: 13-2 Jalan Solaris 4, Solaris Mont Kiara

2. Trident International Homeschool, Ampang

Trident Special Needs School helps children with various different abilities. These include slow learners, difficulties with speech (speech impairment), hearing difficulties, and children with mild to moderate learning difficulties (under the category of ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, and autism).

They offer education in a friendly home style environment which is both comfortable and safe. Children are encouraged to progress at their own space in a positive and structured environment.

• Website: https://www.tridenthomeschool.com/
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone number: 03-4270 6465
• Address: Suite 01-3, 02-3, 03-3, Level 3 & 4, Block C, Garden City Business Center, Jalan Dagang, 68000 Ampang

3. Eden Firdaus, Kota Damansara

This special needs centre caters to primary and secondary aged children. Programmes include living skills that promote independence, as well as a curriculum based on individual needs.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edenfirdausspecialeducation/
• Phone number: 03-6143 5589
• Address: 3, Jalan Teknologi 3/4B, Kota Damansara Science Park

4. The Lodestone, Subang Jaya

The Lodestone is dedicated to an emergent curriculum that provides authentic experiences to children and adults with beneficial developmental programmes.

Programmes:
Dyslexia and Dyscalculia Math Sessions | Creative Art And Digital Programmes | Speech Betterment |Empower Therapy | Parenting Programmes

• Website: http://www.thelodestonesolution.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelodestone/
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone number: +60.12 212 7743
• Address: 14-2 , Jalan USJ 10/1E, Taipan Business Centre, 47620 Subang Jaya

5. Joyous Kiddy Learning Centre, Kuala Lumpur

Joyous Kiddy is a one-stop development center for ALL children aged 0-18 years old.

Services:
1. Holistic Competency Test 
2. Occupational Therapy Program 
3. Speech Therapy Program 
4. Child Development Program 
5. Community Support Program
6. Playgroup
7. Seminar

Specialization:
1. Autism
2. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
3. Development/Developmental Delay
4. Learning Delay
5. Learning Disability
6. Down Syndrome
7. Dyslexia
8. Dyspraxia
9. Dyscalculia
10. Dysgraphia 
11. Motor Skills Disability (Gross Motor & Fine Motor)
12. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
13. Cerebral Palsy (CP)
14. Sensory Integration (SI) Disorder
15. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
16. Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
17. Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)
18. Others

• Website: https://joyouskiddy.com/welcome.html
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyouskiddy/
• Phone number: 011-3664 5582
• Address: 413, Jalan Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

6. Headstart Malaysia, Shah Alam

Headstart Academy was founded by a parent of an autistic child. They provide a premier early intervention program for younger children with special needs. A proven international curriculum is utilised and delivered by experienced and fully-trained academic staff at premier facilities.

• Website: https://headstart.my
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/headstartmalaysia
• Phone number: 012-885 5572
• Address: Lot 3F-23A & 3F-25, 3rd Floor, SACC Mall, Shah Alam

7. Sapphire Kidz, Solaris Mont Kiara

Sapphire Kidz is a Special Needs School for students aged 2 to 14. It caters for children with Moderate Learning Difficulties, Cerebral Palsy, Language Developmental Delay, Global Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger’s, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Early Learning Difficulties.

• Website: https://sapphirekidz.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sapphirekidz/
• Phone number: 012-662 1206
• Address: 20-2, Jalan Solaris 3, Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

8. The Learning Connection, Solaris Mont Kiara

TLC offers an alternative school for children who have a variety of learning needs. They offer enriched teacher to student ratios, giving each student undivided attention.

Children are taught individually and in small groups. By utilizing a team of specialists, a comprehensive individualized learning program is created for each student.

Because TLC is developmental in nature, there is no set curriculum. Rather, each child’s learning program will take into consideration developmental levels and individual needs. The learning program focuses on the following:

• Numeracy Concepts
• Communication and Language Skills
• Social Skills
• Movement and Sensory Issues

• Website: http://learningconnection.com.my
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone number: 03-62036427 / 016-2241511
• Address: 9-3 Jalan Solaris 2, Mont Kiara Solaris

9. Adapt Centre, Ara Damansara

Adapt is a centre that caters to children on the autism spectrum. They focus on preparing children to enter mainstream learning institutions. They provide individualised learning plans, and work alongside occupational therapists, speech therapists, vision therapists, music therapists, and more.

• Website:http://www.adaptcentre.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone number: 03-77342368
• Address: A-1-05, Block A Oasis Square, Ara Damansara, Jalan PJU 1A/7A, Taipan 2 Damansara

10. Kits4Kids Special School, Kota Damansara & KL Publika

Kits4Kids Special School is a private school that provides a stimulating and conductive environment for children between 18 months to 18 years old, catering to their individual development and growth.

The curriculum is developmentally appropriate for individual children, with special needs and learning difficulty. Classrooms are equipped with age appropriate toys and learning corners.

• Website: https://www.kits4kidsmy.org
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone number: +60 16360 8815
• Address:
• K4K@KL Publika
  A4-3-2, 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480, Kuala Lumpur
  
• K4K@Kota Damansara
  Cacawi 6/19A, Kota Damansara, 47810, Petaling Jaya

Here are 10 more autism-friendly schools in the Klang Valley

If you know of other schools that have autism programs or are autism-friendly, email me at [email protected] or drop a comment below!