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Top Early Intervention And Special Needs Centers For Kids In Singapore

Programs Focused On Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

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For Special Needs intervention in Singapore, you have a lot of options for support. Whether you’re looking for assessments and diagnoses or a school or clinic to support your child’s learning, this list has it.

Every child should have the support that they need to get the best start in life. Thankfully, whether you’re a resident or ex-pat in Singapore, your family won’t be left out. From speech therapy to ADHD support, there are many centers and schools across the island that will cater to your children’s every need in their development and learning. Our guide to early intervention and assessments for special needs will help you every step of the way.

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  1. Gestalt Developmental Institute Singapore

    GDI (GESTALT DEVELOPMENTAL INSTITUTE): Orchard *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Child Development And Therapy Center

    GDI is a child development and therapy center founded on the belief of Gestalt’s principles of ‘Whole-ness’. They strongly believe in developing the ‘Whole’ child, engaging the ‘Whole’ ecosystem, and walking with you through the ‘Whole’ journey to maximize your child’s potential to be included and be a valued contributing member of society throughout their life. GDI specializes in providing comprehensive support to children and adolescents aged 2 to 18.

    With a focus on Gestalt psychology principles, GDI offers personalized interventions through a team of skilled professionals. Their holistic approach encompasses therapy services such as educational, occupational, and speech-language therapy, as well as psychology and school readiness programs. GDI also constructed a cutting-edge Immersive Reality Room (IMR) within their center which transforms their walls to be touch sensitive. Additionally, GDI strongly believes in empowering parents, teachers, and domestic helpers through their training programs.

    Gestalt Developmental Institute Pte. Ltd., Forum Office Tower, 583 Orchard Road, #05-02, Singapore, 238884, +65 8911 5056, info@gdi.asia, www.gdi.asia

  2. Wings Early Intervention Singapore

    WINGS THERAPY CENTER: Tanglin *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Offering Transformative Therapies

    Founded in 2017, WINGS is Singapore’s first intensive therapy center to offer transformative therapies under the Intensive Model of Therapy (IMOT) framework. They provide a wide range of services, including Pediatric Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Early Intervention, Suit Therapy (NeuroSuit™ and TheraSuit Method®), Spider Cage Therapy, Universal Exercise Unit, Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI), Cuevas Medek Exercises® (CME), Intensive Gait Training with LiteGait, Robotic Gait Training with TREXO Robotics, Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES), Vibration Therapy with Galileo, Autism Fitness, and Sports for The Special Child.

    WINGS also offers seating assessments, equipment consultations, and dynamic orthotic solutions such as TheraTogs and Dynamic Movement Orthoses®. Since their inception, over 6000 babies, children, teenagers, and young adults have benefited from their services, achieving a 70% success rate. The dedicated and highly trained therapists at WINGS provide intensive programs to help individuals with a broad range of conditions, including Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Traumatic and Anoxic Brain Injuries, Spina Bifida, Ataxia, Dystonia/Athetosis, Hypertonicity, Hypotonicity, Post-Stroke, Down Syndrome, Genetic Disorders, Metabolic Disorders, Prematurity, Torticollis/Wry Neck, Muscular Dystrophy, Delays in Developmental Milestones, Hypotonia, Hypertonia, Gross Motor Incoordination, Motor Planning Difficulties, Gait Difficulties, Orthotic Concerns, and Neurological Problems.

    WINGS Therapy Center, 1 Kay Siang Road, North Tower, #05-01, Singapore 248922, +65 8690 4714, info@wingstherapycenter.com, http://wingstherapycenter.com/

  3. TLC Speech Clinic Early Intervention Programme Singapore

    TLC SPEECH CLINIC: Novena *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Includes Daily Speech, Language, And Feeding Therapy

    TLC Speech Clinic’s Early Intervention Premium Programme offers Singapore’s only private early intervention program that includes daily speech, language, and feeding therapy. Designed for children with developmental and learning challenges such as autism, learning delays, speech delays, and complex syndromes, this program combines personalized care with evidence-based approaches. TLC’s Hanen-trained therapists and early intervention educators create language-rich, sensory-friendly environments where children can actively engage and develop skills. Small group sizes promote meaningful interactions that help build both confidence and social skills in everyday settings. With sessions running from Monday to Saturday and full-day support options, TLC ensures each child receives high-quality therapy that fits into busy family schedules.

    Children in the Early Intervention Premium Programme benefit from ongoing speech and occupational therapy, fostering not only language and communication but also motor skills, independence, and essential life abilities. TLC’s mission is to equip each child with the tools to become a confident communicator and an independent, active participant in the world. TLC works closely with families, creating a supportive community and a collaborative approach to unlocking each child’s potential.

    TLC Speech Clinic, contact@tlcspeechclinic.com, www.tlcspeechclinic.com

    • 101 Thomson Road, #07-01/02 United Square, Singapore 307591, +65 6250 3816 / 81031089
    • 557 Bukit Timah Road, #02-19 Crown Centre, Singapore 269694, +65 9276 8202
  4. The Rainbow Centre Singapore

    RAINBOW CENTRE: Multiple Locations *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Multiple Disabilities & Disorders

    The Rainbow Center serves infants, children, and youth with a diverse range of special developmental and learning needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and multiple disabilities, which may involve a combination of intellectual, physical, visual, and/or hearing impairments. The center runs two Special Education (SPED) schools for students aged 7-18 years old and two Early Intervention Programme (EIP) centers for children two months to 6 years old. Read more about Early Intervention with the Rainbow Center here.

    Rainbow Centre, Multiple Locations, +65 6475 2072, contactus@rainbowcentre.org.sg, www.rainbowcentre.org.sg

  5. AWWA: Hougang *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Programs & Workshops For The Whole Family

    AWWA Family Services provides community-based family services through preventive, developmental, and educational programs. Their services are for children, youth, adults, and families to enhance the quality of their lives by getting the support they need. They run Community Support Programs such as drop-in services, academic development, kids' reading programs, and more. Family Empowerment and Bonding Workshops are also conducted on a monthly basis for our service recipients. Early Intervention details can be found here.

    AWWA, 9 Lorong Napiri, Singapore, +65 6511 5200, contactus@awwa.org.sg,  www.awwa.org.sg

  6. DYNAMICS SUCCESS CENTRE: Orchard *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Huge Range Of Therapies For Children

    The team at Dynamics provides tailor-made intervention programs for each and every client. Their therapists work with children who need psychological assessments, developing social skills, speech therapy, ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), Educatioanl Therapy, and much more. Check out the details of their Early Intervention program here. The center focuses on developing individualized goals, both short-term and long-term, so that all therapy and intervention for your child are customized and outcome-focused.

    Dynamics Success Centre, 583 Orchard Road, Forum The Shopping Mall, Singapore, +65 6100 9235, inquiry@dynamics.com.sg, www.dynamics.com.sg

  7. Fei Yue Singapore Early INtervention

    FEI YUE COMMUNITY SERVICES: Multiple Locations *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Early Intervention For Infants and Children

    These community services were appointed by The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) to run the Early Intervention Program for Infants and Children (EIPIC). The program provides social, educational, and rehabilitative services for children from birth to 6 years old who have been diagnosed to be at risk of having a handicapping condition or special need that will affect or her development. More information about this and the other services you can access can be found here.

    Fei Yue Community Services, Multiple Locations, +65 65631106, media@fycs.org, www.fycs.org

  8. Singapore Brain Development

    SINGAPORE BRAIN DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: Newton *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Holistic Brain Development

    A one-on-one assessment will be personally conducted by one of their Certified Trainers when you first visit the Singapore Brain Development Center. Your child will be given a simple cognitive exercise designed to measure the strengths and weaknesses of your child's cognitive skills. The trainer will recommend the appropriate program to enhance your child's foundational learning skills based on the assessment results. Your child will be guided through physical, emotional, and cognitive functions based on the development phase and needs.

    Singapore Brain Development Centre, 1 Goldhill Plaza #01-11 Singapore, +65 6288 4123, enquiry@brain.com.sg, www.brain.com.sg

  9. therapy for special needs kids in singapore

    KALEIDOSCOPE: Bukit Timah *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Early Intervention And Various Special Needs Programs

    Located at The Grandstand, this special needs development center offers support, assessments, and therapy in various areas, including Autism, ADHD, speech therapy, occupational therapy, anxiety, picky eaters, etc. They are a team of dedicated and committed professionals who have come together to provide for the emotional, developmental, and social needs for kids. Plus, their therapy rooms are gorgeous and very well equipped. The Early Intervention program details can be found here. 

    Kaleidoscope, #07-05/06, The Grandstand, 200 Turf Club Road Singapore, +65 6468 8991, info@kaleidoscope.com.sg, www.kaleidoscope.com.sg

  10. Therapy Room Grounds Therapy Singapore

    THE GROUNDS THERAPY: Kembangan *Early Intervention Programs In Singapore

    Supporting Children Aged 18 Months To 7 Years

    At The Grounds Therapy, they believe in play-based experiences for young children with tailored activities for different learning needs. Their Early Intervention Program curriculum supports children from 18 months old to 7 years in realizing their potential so they can navigate society with dignity and confidence. The Grounds Therapy’s Early Intervention Program runs 2-5 days a week from 9am-1pm and 2pm -4.30pm.

    Therapists collaborate with parents to provide well-rounded support in the program and home environment. Each child has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) set for them each semester and they can work with the child's preschool outside of the IEP and discuss how to better support each child.

    There is also an Educational Psychologist to conduct diagnostic assessments (ADHD, ASD, IQ assessments and so on) and address any concerns regarding your child's diagnosis. Other services include assessment and official memos for deferment of primary or SPED school education.

    The Grounds Therapy, 107/109 Jalan Kembangan, 419145, Singapore, +65 8770 3879, general@thegrounds.com.sg, www.thegrounds.com.sg

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    TOTAL COMMUNICATION: Newton *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Speech & Language Pathology & Occupational Therapy

    At the core of the Total Communication clinical philosophy is evidence-based practice. This means that they support practices and techniques that have been scientifically researched, so the programs and assessments that they lead for your child can give you confidence. They cater to speech and language pathology, educational therapy, and occupational therapy. Your child will be well looked after with their large team of specialists. Check out their Early Intervention program here.

    Total Communication, 10 Winstedt Road, Block A #02-01, Singapore, +65 6467 2995, enquiries@totalcommunication.com.sg, www.totalcommunication.com.sg

  12. Workout Equipment Annabelle Kids Singapoe

    ANNABELLE KIDS: Thomson *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Conductive Cognitive Assessments, Early Intervention & Multidisciplinary Therapy

    Annabelle Kids (AKIDS) adopts a fun, play-based multidisciplinary approach to all aspects of therapy, from early intervention to assessments. Their clinical psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and art and music therapists work together to provide a holistic picture of your child. Interventions are aimed at helping children develop and nurture social, communication, and cognitive skills.

    Their child therapists also assess, diagnose and provide early interventions to children and adolescents regarding their learning or academic performance, behavioral, social and emotional development, to change a child’s developmental trajectory and improve outcomes for the child and  their family. Their Child Clinical Psychologists have extensive experience in conductive cognitive assessments, also known as IQ tests, and other diagnostic assessments. These formal assessments guide treatment, monitor developmental milestones and support applications to specialised or subsidised services such as special education schools or early intervention services.

    Annabelle Kids (Thomson), 510 Thomson Road, SLF Building #15-03, Singapore 298135, +65 8189 3820, appointments@akids.sg, www.annabellekids.com

  13. Occupational Therapy Little Marvels Singapore

    LITTLE MARVELS: Beach Road *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Holistic Multidisciplinary Clinic

    Little Marvels is a holistic multidisciplinary clinic that offers a wide variety of coordinated services in one location. They help your child thrive as a student, friend, player and sibling and empower caregivers to translate therapy to the everyday environment. They offer evidence-based interventions in Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychological Services, Play Therapy, Educational Therapy and much more.

    Their Educational Psychologists conduct accurate diagnostic assessments for autism, attention disorders, learning disorders like dyslexia and IQ tests. They can assess your child for School Readiness, Deferment or Exam Accommodations and conduct Social Emotional/Mental Health Assessments and psychotherapy for children and families.

    Their team of therapists can offer early intervention regarding language, social communication, fine motor/handwriting, behavioral, sensory processing, learning, play, mental health and academic skills. Pair, group or sibling therapy are often ran to help children practice skills learnt.

    Little Marvels Therapy Singapore, 371 Beach Road, Citygate, #02-51, +65 8189 1636,  hello@littlemarvelstherapy.com, littlemarvelstherapy.com

  14. Special Needs Ohana Singapore

    OHANA THERAPY: Orchard *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Receive Support At Their Clinic Or At Home

    Ohana Therapy is a boutique therapy clinic offering a variety of therapy services, both in their centrally-located clinic or at clients’ homes and schools. These include speech therapy, feeding therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, educational therapy, and art therapy. The therapists at Ohana Therapy are passionate individuals who strive to empower and support parents and children in their day-to-day living needs through their family-centered, strengths-focused, evidence-based approaches.

    Early intervention is available in the areas of speech and language, feeding, gross and fine motor skills, sensory processing, regulation, academic skills, social skills, handwriting, and much more. These sessions can be conducted either individually or in groups. With therapists who are strong advocates of child-led and neurodiversity-affirming practices, your child will receive the best care possible!

    Ohana Therapy, 545 Orchard Road #14-01, Far East Shopping Centre, Singapore 238882, +65 8155 6575, hello@ohanatherapy.sg, ohanatherapy.sg

  15. Therapy Space Kids First Singapore

    KIDSFIRST: CBD *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    School & Clinic For Children

    KidsFirst is an early intervention centre and school with intensive integrated speech and occupational therapy supports provided within the program. Through their Early Years Intervention Program and School Readiness Intervention Program, they provide specialized learning environments for children with developmental needs from 2-12 years. Each child within their program has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) with goals based on their unique developmental profile and the family’s priorities.

    They believe in providing holistic support through developmental evidence-based assessments and curriculums, providing intensive integrated therapy and parent support services such as caregiver training, parent coffee mornings, therapist facilitated play dates and other supplementary services. The school programs run either 3 or 5 days a week, for up to six hours each day.

    KidsFirst, 8 Hong Kong Street, Singapore 059561, +65 9166 5597, admin@kidsfirst.co, kidsfirst.co

  16. Interior Dinosaur Speech Therapy Singapore

    DINOSAUR SPEECH THERAPY: Pasir Panjang *Early Intervention Programs In Singapore

    Speech, Language & Occupational Therapy

    Dinosaur Speech Therapy is team of highly experienced therapists and teachers committed to a philosophy of a child-directed, enjoyable approach. Their team has extensive experience with children with children with a variety of learning differences and difficulties, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Down's Syndrome, learning delays/disorders and so on.

    The Early Intervention Programs at Dinosaur Speech Therapy help children become independent learners and problem-solvers. The team recognizes the unique differences that each child has and strives to address their needs in a holistic manner. There is strong involvement from the therapy team and your child will receive input from different professionals when you enrol in the program. The program runs on 2,3 or 4 days a week (5 days available on request) for three hours a day – schedule a consultation to find out more.

    Dinosaur Speech Therapy, Interlocal Centre, #01-02, 100G Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118523, +65 8028 8535 (call/WhatsApp), rawr@dinosaurspeechtherapy.sg, www.dinosaurspeechtherapy.sg

  17. diagnostic learning center for kids singapore

    THOMSON KIDS SPECIALISED LEARNING: Thomson *Early Intervention And Assessments For Special Needs In Singapore

    Diagnostic Assessments & Learning Programs

    Thomson Kids Specialised Learning helps kids who are dealing with developmental and learning difficulties through diagnostic assessments and educational programs. They can assess children for school readiness, autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and more. The team takes more than 20 years of experience in child psychology and child/adolescent development. You can read about the specialists who work at this center here. Also explore their wide range of services for children here.

    Thomson Kids Specialised Learning, 101 Thomson Road, #02-08 United Square Shopping Mall, Singapore, +65 6582 8188, contact@thomsonkids.com, www.thomsonkids.com

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