Lahari Therapy Centre

Special Education Services

At our centre, we believe that every child has the ability to learn when provided with the right support. Our Special Education services are individualized, evidence-based, and designed to help children build the academic, cognitive, social, and daily living skills they need to participate confidently at home, school, and in the community.

We work closely with families, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and other professionals to create meaningful learning experiences tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs.

Helping Every Child Learn, Grow, and Reach Their Potential

Special Education

Who Can Benefit?

Special Education services may benefit children with:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Intellectual Disability (ID)
  • Specific Learning Disorder (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Global Developmental Delay
  • Down Syndrome
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Developmental Language Disorder
  • Genetic or neurological conditions affecting learning
  • Children experiencing academic, attention, or learning challenges

Our Services

We provide individualized, evidence-based educational services that empower every child to achieve meaningful academic, functional, and social success.

Individualized Educational Assessment

We assess each child’s current learning abilities, developmental level, strengths and areas requiring support to develop personalized educational goals.

Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Every child receives an individualized learning plan with measurable goals that are regularly reviewed and updated based on progress.

School Readiness Program

We help children develop the foundational skills needed for a successful transition into school, including:

  • Pre-academic concepts
  • Attention and listening skills
  • Following instructions
  • Classroom routines
  • Fine motor readiness
  • Early literacy and numeracy skills

Academic Intervention

We provide structured support in:

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Mathematics
  • Language-based learning
  • Concept development
  • Problem-solving
  • Study skills

Teaching strategies are adapted to each child's learning style.

Cognitive Skill Development

Our sessions target essential thinking skills such as:

  • Attention and concentration
  • Memory
  • Reasoning
  • Sequencing
  • Executive functioning
  • Visual perception
  • Concept formation

Functional and Adaptive Skill Training

Learning extends beyond academics. We help children develop practical life skills including:

  • Daily routines
  • Self-care skills
  • Time concepts
  • Money concepts
  • Community awareness
  • Functional communication during learning
  • Independence in everyday activities

Behaviour and Classroom Support

We use positive, structured teaching approaches to improve:

  • Classroom participation
  • Task completion
  • Learning readiness
  • Self-regulation
  • Social participation
  • Following classroom expectations

Parent Guidance and Home Program

Parents play an essential role in a child's learning journey. We provide practical strategies, home activities and regular counselling to help families support learning beyond therapy sessions.

School Collaboration

When appropriate, we collaborate with schools and educators by:

  • Providing educational recommendations
  • Supporting classroom accommodations
  • Assisting with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Facilitating communication between the therapy team and school staff

Our Approach

  • Child-centred and individualized
  • Evidence-informed
  • Play-based and engaging
  • Functional and goal-oriented
  • Family-centred
  • Collaborative across disciplines
  • Focused on meaningful participation in everyday

Our Goal

Our goal is to help every child become a confident learner by developing the knowledge, skills, and independence needed to participate meaningfully in school, home, and community life. Through individualized support and collaborative care, we strive to empower children to achieve their fullest potential.