EIPIC-Early Intervention Programme for Infants & Children

EIPIC  For 0-6 years old infants & children  17 centres, 10 agencies, 2000 places  Training mode: mths: 2 hrs/wk, min 104 hrs/yr -above 18 mths: 5 hrs/wk, min 260 hrs/yr  Serves 40% young children who diagnosed with Developmental Disabilities  Early Childhood Special Education environment, which provides opportunities for learning alongside typically-developing children.

Purpose of EIPIC  To empower young children with special needs in reaching their full potential by creating a holistic and nurturing environment that enhance independent lives through experiential education, therapy, training and support services.

Clients Profile  Children with special needs from 0- 6years old and their caregivers  40% Autism Specturm Disorders  50% Global Developmental Delay  10% Multiple Disabilities  Most of the clients fall under Category B(moderate – severe) or Category C (mild-moderate) of severity.

Service Delivery  Specific classroom activities targeting IEP goals for teachers to carry out as part of their classroom activity /lesson plan.  Classroom consultation to provide specific classroom strategies for increased participation and learning.  Large/ small group therapy.  1:1 therapy sessions(4 block) to help child establish foundational skills for participating in classroom activities.  Caregiver and Teacher training

Programme of EIPIC  Low Student-Teacher Ratio -Ratio is 1:4 - Each class : 4 to 15 students maximum (average 8 students) -2-3 teachers according to the severity of the children ’ s disabilities.  Children are grouped by ability, not disability.  Program activities are designed to match those found in a typical preschool setting, and more.

Programme of EIPIC  2 or 3 hr program x 3 days a week  Home based Intervention 2 hrs/wk for below 18 months clients, to minimize waiting.  Large group activities(e.g. circle time, group play, snack time, PE lessons)  Social Work and Therapy support services  Outings and excursions.

THK Preparatory Programme (CCK)  Intensive ” school readiness ” parogram for post-EIPIC preparation  4 hr x 5 days per week programme  Subjects include Language, Maths, P.E. Computer, Music Movement, Social Studies, etc.  Social Work and Therapy Support Services.  Opportunities for the child to practice buying food from the mini school canteen.

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