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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We cater to a wide range of developmental stages, from pre-junior-aged students to senior students, ages 3 to 16 years old.

Yes, we provide Occupational Therapy, Speech, Drama and Language support, ABA Therapy, Educational Therapy, Music and Movement activities, and other therapeutic interventions integrated into our half-day and full-day programmes. Please see our Programmes page.

Both. Our environment is designed to be inclusive and sensory-friendly, and our programmes provide individualised support plans and lesson plans to cater to diverse learning and developmental needs.

Yes. Our team includes qualified educators, therapists, psychologists, life coaches, and support staff - each trained in various and multiple areas of child development, special education, and behavioural strategies.

Our centre includes air purifiers, secure entry and exit procedures, First Aid equipment, fire safety systems, and sanitisation facilities in all key areas.

Our daily routine balances structured learning, therapy sessions, creative activities, and breaks for rest or sensory regulation - tailored to each child’s needs. Please see our Programmes page for details.

We do not provide meals or snacks. Families are encouraged to pack breakfast, lunch, and/or snacks based on their child's dietary needs. Our teachers can assist with feeding when necessary (e.g. for students who are unable to grip utensils or self-feed).

We maintain a low student-to-staff ratio, not exceeding 5 students per teacher, to ensure individual attention, safety, and effective support during all activities.

Yes, absolutely. We actively encourage family involvement through our parent support group and regular invitations to events and celebrations. Parents also receive private, live daily updates via our app, including photos and summaries of what their child has been learning throughout the day. We also hold termly progress meetings and maintain open daily communication.

To ensure a consistent and supportive environment for all students - especially those with specific needs, abilities, and triggers - we do not encourage parents to sit in on classroom sessions.

We use a combination of observational data, assessments, case management, and team discussions - including our own internal and external research initiatives - to monitor and support each child’s development.

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The Power of Early Intervention: Why Starting Support Early Changes Everything

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Preparing Children with Special Needs for Primary & Secondary School Transitions

Preparing Children with Special Needs for a Successful School Transition School transition for children with special needs can be both exciting and overwhelming. Moving from early intervention to primary school, or from primary to secondary school, brings new environments, routines, academic demands, and social expectations. For

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Building Social Skills in Children with Special Needs: From Parallel Play to Meaningful Friendships

Introduction Many parents worry when their child prefers to play alone, doesn’t know how to start conversations, or struggles to make and keep friends. For children with Autism, ADHD, GDD, Social Communication Disorder, or anxiety social interaction can be confusing, overwhelming, or even frightening. But the

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Sensory Processing Challenges: Creating Calm and Supportive Learning Spaces

Introduction Some children hear every sound louder, feel every touch more intensely, or become overwhelmed by lights, textures, or movement. Others may seek constant sensory input—jumping, touching, spinning, or making noises to feel regulated. These differences are known as Sensory Processing Challenges, common in children with

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Dyslexia: Unlocking Literacy Through Strength-Based Approaches

Introduction For many children, learning to read and write feels natural. But for others, the letters dance, the words blur, and spelling seems like a never-ending puzzle. This is the reality of dyslexia, a common learning difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling. At Global Einstein

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ADHD: Guiding Energy into Focused Growth

Introduction Some children are bursting with energy—always on the move, full of ideas, and eager to explore everything at once. While this can be exciting, it may also bring challenges in staying focused, sitting still, or following routines. This is often the reality of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),

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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Supporting Unique Thinkers at GEI

Introduction Every child sees the world in their own way. For children on the autism spectrum, that perspective can be especially unique—full of patterns, details, and remarkable ways of understanding. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is not a single condition, but a spectrum of strengths and challenges

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Transition Support: Helping Children with Special Needs Adjust to New Routines and Environments

Introduction For many children, change can be exciting. But for children with special needs—such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, GDD, or anxiety—change can feel overwhelming. A new classroom, teacher, schedule, environment, or routine may trigger stress, meltdowns, withdrawal, or behavior challenges. Transitions aren’t just big events like

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Building Resilience in Children with Special Needs: Helping Them Bounce Back with Confidence

Introduction For many children with special needs, everyday life can feel like a series of challenges—understanding social cues, managing emotions, coping with sensory overload, learning at a different pace, or adapting to change. These challenges can sometimes lead to frustration, anxiety, or self-doubt. That’s why one

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The Power of Play-Based Learning: Why Fun is the Best Way to Learn

Introduction “Stop playing and focus!” Many of us grew up hearing this — but modern research tells us the opposite. Play IS learning. Play builds the brain. Play develops language, problem-solving, creativity, social skills, and emotional intelligence. At Global Einstein Institute (GEI), we don’t see play

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