Overview of Existing Services for the English Speaking Children with Special Needs (2019) Government Subsidized Programme Private Programme OPRS From e.g. AP, ARN, TCI,Kids Connect *ESF kindergarten ,Fairchild, DMSC (Central), Birth to Watchdog Early Education Centre Rainbow Early Intervention Progrmme, Citykids, Mills, Mount Kelly, Little Dalton, Ascot & Pictorial, *Anfield, Age of The Child Development Centre Encompass Academy *Small World Christian kindergarten, , 6 *Yiu Chung, *Carmel school ; *YMCA, *Little Buds, *Galilee International school Special Needs Provisions ESF Other Alternatives •L.E.A.D. Programme at Dalton School Learning Support Classes Segregated •Rainbow Project (HK Island) • Island Christian Academy •Bradbury (21) Setting •The Children Institute of HK (Harbour School) • NIS •Anfield School(St. Bosco Centre ) • (7) •Aoi Pui School & Autism Partnership •International College • (7) • Jockey Club •Springboard Project (Hong Lok Yuen) •Glenealy school (7) Sarah Roe • •DMPS Primary •Kennedy School (7) School (70) •DBIS •Christian Alliance Int’l School •Autism Recovery Network • Schools •Beacon Hill (21) •Kids Connect • The International Montessori School • Junior School •Encompass Academy • Kingston Int’l (14) Local System • Woodland Int’l Primary School •Clearwater Bay (7) • Think International School •Shatin Junior School (14) •Catholic Mission School •Sir Ellis Kardoorie Primary School • •Li Sing Ta Hang School • Australian International School •Chiu Sheung School •Li Cheng Uk Government Primary School • NAIS, SWCS YMCA of HK Christian school •Yaumati Kaifung Association School etc. •Shrewsbury International School •Springboard Project Secondary •Aoi Pui School (AP) ESF Schools •Harbor School •KGV (32) •West (24) •ICS • (24) • Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (70) •Shatin College (28) •Island School (12)

Nesbitt Centre •Rock Foundation Post 16 3 coffee shops : The Nest (St John’s Cathedral & St •YES and Connect Adrew’s Church TST) & Café 8

Information prepared by Stella Wong Watchdog Early Education Centre Established in 1984 Unique : Separate programmes for both and English speaking children and their parents (1) * Government Subsidized Programme - Hong Kong Centre [Monday to Friday] (2) * Self-finance Package Programme - Hong Kong Centre & Jordan Centre [Monday to Friday] (3) Private Programme - Hong Kong Centre [Weekdays & Saturday] & Jordan Centre [Weekdays] (4) Onsite Preschool Rehabilitation Services [OPRS] [funded by Social Welfare Department] – 27 Connected Kindergartens :

Anfield / Carmel / City Kids / DMS [Central] / All ESF Kindergartens / Fairchild / Galiee / HK Preschool [Ascot & Pictorial] / Littlebuds / Little Dalton [W Kln] / Mills / Mount Kelly / Small World / The Woodland [Caine Rd] / Yew Chung / YMCA [TST & W Kln] * (1)&(2) Fee remission or subsidized rate available for children from low income families. (1) Government Subsidized Programme - Hong Kong Centre 2019-2020 School Fee  Preschool  3 hours each time, 1-2 times a week [30mins group Speech  For 2 days group, individual with special needs teacher is Classes Therapy, 30mins group Music Therapy inclusive] included within the group time $880  Individual  45mins Occupational Therapy [Fine Motor + S.I.  45mins Individual with Special Needs Teacher [for children per month Therapy Intervention + Therapeutic Listening] on 1 day group or on individual programme]  45mins Physiotherapy  30mins Music Therapy on need basis * Speech Therapy [Individual] $320 / 30mins $480 / 45mins * Speech Therapy [Pair-up] $180 / 30mins $270 / 45mins (2) Self-finance Package Programme – Hong Kong Centre & Jordan Centre 2019-2020 Toddler Group Fees 1 Day Group Fees 2 Days Group Fees 5 Days Group Fees Individual Packages * $2100 per month * $4200 per month * $9000 per month Teacher MT Group & PT Group MT Group & ST Group Teacher 1:1 & MT Group & ST Group Teacher 1:1 & 2 MT Group & 1 ST Group & 1 OT Group OT / PT / ST / MT ** $550 / 45mins Teacher 1:1 OT Individual PT Individual ST Individual OT / ST Pair-up MT Pair-up/Group MT Individual Therapy charges depending $680 / 45mins $680 / 45mins $680 / 45mins $360 / 45mins $360 / 45mins $380 / 30 mins on number of therapy $460 / 30mins $240 / 30mins $240 / 30mins sessions taken in the month. (3) Private Programme - Hong Kong Centre (Weekdays & Saturday) & Jordan Centre (Weekdays) 2019-2020

Psycho-educational Assessment $9000 – under 6 yrs old (English) Speech Therapy $850 / 45mins $570 / 30mins [Individual] (English) $11,000-13500 – over 6 yrs old (English) $800 / 45mins $550 / 30mins [Individual] (Chinese)

Psycho-educational Assessment $6400 – under 6 yrs old [in-house] (English) Speech Therapy $470 / 45mins [Pair-up] (Eng) $450 / 45mins [Pair-up] (Chi)

Psycho-educational Assessment $4200 – under 6 yrs old [out-house] (Chinese) Occupational Therapy $850 / 45mins [Individual] SEN Teacher Training $540 / 30mins [Individual] Music Therapy $750 / 45mins $500 / 30mins [Individual] $800 / 45mins [Individual] $450 / 45mins $290 / 30mins [Pair-up] $490 / 45mins [Pair-up] Music Therapy & Social $320 / 45mins [Group] for 3 kids & up Yoga – Body & Mind $250/ 45mins Social Thinking Programme $450-$500 / 60mins [Group] (English) African Drum $320 / 45mins [Group] (Eng & Chi) Self Regulation Programme $450-$500 / 60mins [Group] (English) Physiotherapy $850 / 45mins [Individual]

KEY : [ OT ] Occupational Therapy [ PT ] Physiotherapy [ ST ] Speech Therapy [ MT ] Music Therapy 11/2019 The Child Development Centre

Website: www.cdchk.org Hotline : +852 2849 6138 Address: 4th Floor, Prime Mansion, 183-187 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

Government subvention programmes: One-on-One programmes:

Individual Eating Difficulties/ Assessments/ ABA Therapy Therapies Attention Issues Consultations

Early Intervention Group • Occupational •Eating difficulties •Contact the CDC •Developmental (EIG) – Eng & Chi therapy (Sequential Oral for further details Sensory approach) •Speech therapy •Psycho- •1 session per week for 2hr •Sensory Educational Integration •Attention issues •Physiotherapy (Tali Train) •Behavioural •Psychotherapy

Group programmes: Attention Group / Early Intervention – Eng & Attention and School Readiness / Chi Sensory Sensory Social Skills Numicon Maths •EIG: 1 session per week for •1 session per week for •1 session per week for •1 session per week for •1 session per week for 2hr 1.5hr 1.5hr 1hr 1.5hr •Toddler programme: 4 sessions per week for 2hr •Preschool programme: 4 sessions per week for 2.5hr

(Please visit our website for our full range of services) Clinical Miss Emily Kwan, BCBA (U.S.A.) , MADS (), BA (Canada) Director : Target : We facilitate the development of children from toddler to primary school age (age 1 – 12) through services at the center, home and school based services. We specialize in services for children with weak social skills and social thinking, language delay, behavioral challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) , Global Developmental Delay, ADHD, and those who are weak in social and language development.

Approach : Kids Connect is the only center in Hong Kong that has received the formal training and qualification of the approaches from both streams of ABA and Social Thinking. With the foundation of ABA, our approach is systematic and strategic with measurable goals and targets. When the foundation is consolidated, the principles and curriculum of Social Thinking is adopted to facilitate a child’s cognitive and social understanding.

We have a strong emphasis on the development of play, social and language skills through our program, yet incorporate many events and activities that are important to a childhood such as field trips, festival celebrations, birthday parties, etc. We aim for the children to make progressive and significant progress here. Classes and Tailor Made Behavioral Program (includes 1 on 1, Partner Time, Small Group & Big Group Activities): Services : • The child can attend from 1 to 5 sessions a week in the Morning or the Afternoon Program • Morning Program is 9:30 am to Noon; Afternoon Program is 1:15 – 3:45 pm • Clinical recommendations of how many sessions a week will be made upon consultation School Shadowing: • 5 Days (morning / afternoon / all day) Booster Program: • We offer the Booster Programs on Saturday for the children who are in school during the weekdays. Staffing : A clinical team of 18 professionals including the Clinical Director, Clinical Supervisor, Program Supervisors and Behavioral Therapists with certified qualifications. Monthly Fees: Varies depending on the program

Contact : Website: www.kidsconnect.hk Tel: (852) 2871 2631 Email: [email protected] Address : Unit 2103 & Unit 2503, 21/F & 25/F, Universal Trade Center, 3 Arbuthnot Road, Central Rainbow Project

Rainbow Early Intervention Rainbow Project Therapy Services and Rainbow Primary Class Programme (EIP) Outreach Programme Project Director : Mr Keith Lee Coordinator: Ms June Soo Target : Children aged 6 to 11 years old. Children aged 2.5 to 6 years old. Target: Priority given to children diagnosed with Priority given to children diagnosed Priority given to children diagnosed ASD. Children with other special needs are with ASD. Others are welcome. with ASD. Others are welcome. welcome. Curriculum / Curriculum: Services Occupational therapy / Speech therapy Approach : Curriculum is designed based on P-scale, ABLLS, Equals offered: From 2.5 years onwards; offered both in Teaching methodology and approach: TEACCH English and Chinese Medium of instructions: English only Current Class Size: 6 AM Session: 5 / PM Session: 5 Staffing: 1 x Full Time OT Vacancy: Vacancy : 0 Vacancy: 0 1 x Full Time ST Staffing : 1 x Lead Teacher 1 x Lead Teacher 1 x Educational Assistants 1 x Educational Assistant Monthly School $15,500 /month; Half day - $9,600 /month Fees: OT & ST services: Fees : inclusive of once a week therapy *(Full day - $13,500/month) $850 per 45-mimute session treatment (OT & ST) inclusive of once a week therapy Subsidy is available for low income families. treatment (OT &ST) Please call the centre for more information. Integration : Depending on child’s readiness, Depending on child’s readiness, Opening Therapy service: 9am to 6pm (Mon to Fri) partial integration may be arranged partial integration may be arranged Hours: with a mainstream primary school with a mainstream kindergarten Time : 8.30am to 3.30pm; Half day (3 hours, am or pm); Address: Rainbow Project Learning Centre (Mon to Fri) *Full day (6 hours ; 9am to 3pm) G/F, Yuen Fai Court, 10 Sai Yuen Lane, Sai (Mon to Fri) Ying Pun. Hong Kong Address : Rainbow Project Learning Centre G/F, Yuen Fai Court, 10 Sai Yuen Lane, Sai Ying Pun. Hong Kong Tel. No. : 25487123 Tel: 25487123 Website : www.rainbowproject.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rainbowproject.org L.E.A.D Program • Primary provision of Family at Dalton School Partners School has been moved to Dalton School • The name of the program is the L.E.A.D Program • For inquiries, parents can contact Dalton School at 3612 5757 or email at [email protected] The Children’s Institute of Hong Kong & The Harbour School

Director : Dr. Jadis E. Blurton (THS) & Dr. Jeremy H. Greenberg, BCBA-D (TCI) Target : Children 3 years to 18. The Children’s Institute of Hong Kong (TCI) teaches children on the with special needs such as autism The Harbour School is a Prep-G12 international school in Hong Kong that aims to unlock the best in every student through progressive education and individual approaches to teaching. Curriculum / Approach : TCI: Applied Behavior Analysis special instruction, verbal behavior analysis, one to one sessions, with integration into mainstream classroom. THS : THS follows an adapted American curriculum with an emphasis on 21st century skills such as problem solving, teamwork, creativity, and innovation. Current Class Size : TCI : One to one instruction, ABA By BCBAs, inclusion into THS, TCI Hourly service, STARS Social Skills, AM/PM Class THS : Varies per grade level, school-wide student to teacher ratio of 8:1 Staffing : Principals, VP, Director, Board Certified Behavior Analysts in Hong Kong Schools, Supervisors, ABA Teachers Monthly School Fees : TCI : $47,520 for 11 months of one to one service 30 hours per week. THS : $16,400 - $21,000, depending on grade level Other Professional Speech Therapy (paid separately if needed), Learning Support team for specific educational needs. Home support : based services through TCI and after-school social skills groups, parent training workshops, teacher training workshops, support groups, and sibling workshops. Integration : Continual integration into THS classroom as appropriate, including full integration into mainstream classroom. TCI students integrate in a flexible, individualized manner. Time : THS with TCI support Prep: 8:15am to 3:15pm Monday to Friday, 12:45 dismissal on Wednesdays Grade 1-8: 8:30am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday, 1:00pm dismissal on Wednesdays Grade 9-12: 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday Contact : [email protected] Website: www.tcihk.org & www.ths.edu.hk Anfield School (St. Bosco Centre)

SENCO: Samantha Wilson Target : SEN primary aged children with the potential to be mainstreamed without 1:1 shadow support Curriculum / Approach : Modified teaching programme, curriculum based on the English National Curriculum Partial inclusion in mainstream classes as appropriate with the child’s development Aim: for full inclusion in a mainstream class at a later stage

Classes and Services :  Have a visiting SaLT and an OT twice weekly; school provides the premises. Contractual agreements are private between therapist and families, not the school. Capacity Maximum number of children is 10 per class. There are currently 2 classes. Staffing : 1 qualified teacher; 2 teaching assistants per class. Monthly School Fees : Please contact Admissions directly for up to date fees (2020-2021: $7,900 in addition to school fees of $12,700 per month) Contact for Admissions: Tel : (852) 2692 8823

Address : www.anfield.com.hk Autism Partnership

Autism Partnership Limited Aoi Pui School Director : Toby Mountjoy Toby Mountjoy / Principal : Abbie Chan Target : Individuals with ASD at all ages Children with ASD from 4yrs 5 months-18 years Curriculum / Intensive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program Approach : Individualized according to age, language and developmental gap One-on-one program with ABA trained therapist • Adapted National Curriculum with Autism- supervised by Behavior Consultant with monthly specific teaching guidelines clinic meeting • 3 IEP and 2 parent-teacher meetings a year •All year round Schooling, with only 5 weeks holiday in a year Classes & services: • One-on-one individual therapy • Run in small class size of less than 12 • Little Learners Pre-school / Social Groups • High teacher-student ratio of 1 teacher to every 2 • School Shadowing Services students • School Consultation • Chinese & English Classes available • Professional training • Senior classes available, for further academic or • Jump Start Program career pursuit • After school interest and tutoring classes available Monthly Fees : $860 per hour or $35,800 for a package of 50 $25,500 no extra fees. School hours: 8:30am to hours therapy including supervision and clinic 2:30pm meeting Office hours : 9:00am to 6:30pm 8:15am to 5:00pm address 7/F, 633 King’s Road, , HK. 16 Station lane, Hung Hom, Kowloon. Website : www.autismpartnership.com.hk www.apschool.edu.hk Springboard at Korean International School

• Established in 1994 • Provides quality education for special needs children aged 6 to 19 years old. Caters for mild to moderate learning disabilities, including Down’s Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Global Developmental Delay.

Includes life skills Springboard @ KIS enhancement and weekly speech therapy Primary Class Secondary Class Post 16 Current Class Size : 10 10 6 Age Group 6 to 11 years old 12 to 16 years old 16+ Staffing : 1 teacher & 2 assistants 1 teacher & 2 assistants 1 teacher & 1 assistant Annual Fees 2019-2020 •School Fee: $105,000 •School Fee: $117,000 •School Fee: (10 academic months): •Springboard Fee: $70,000 •Springboard Fee: $117,000 •Total: $175,000 $75,000 •Springboard Fee: •Total: $192,000 $75,000 •Total: $192,000 Time : 8:30am to 3:00pm (Friday half-days)

Address : 55 Lei King Road, , HK. Website : https://www.kis.edu.hk/springboard_primary.asp

Link to application form: https://www.kis.edu.hk/document/Application_Forms_KIS.pdf (Please specify child’s needs under “Part B: Educational Details of Applicant”) Pls contact: Cheryl Palamarek Director of Admissions and Enrolment [email protected] Direct: 26551201

Kristel SOLOMON-SALEEM Director of Learner Support Tel: 26551111 Email: kristel.solomon- [email protected] Address: 33 Wai Man Road, Sai Kung, N.T. International School

SENCO: Carol Chapman Target : DBIS is an inclusive school and as such will provide for students with learning needs Curriculum / Approach :  Individualized depending on student needs  Assessments are carried out for our students on a regular basis to check progress.  In class support offered  Opportunities for parent funded Educational Assistant for a student – this is discussed normally at admissions and is done in consultation with parents.  Alternative curriculum pathways if required Therapy services 2 OTs and 1 ST (a private service which is organized by the school but paid by parents) (Have a specialized sensory room which the OT’s use.) Class and services The Inclusion Department supports students across all 3 phases of the school – Early Years, Primary and Secondary. A student is placed on the Inclusion Register at the appropriate Level of Adjustment (LOA)

Capacity There are over 100 students on register Staffing : A separate Inclusion Department: 5 full time staff and 1 part time staff; 8 full time Educational Assistants and 2 p/t EA; 6 parent funded Educational Assistants. Monthly School Fees : Primary (Y1 to Y6) HK$12,280/month for 10 monthly payments (Sept to June only) Early years (nursery and kindergarten) $11,330/ month for 10 monthly payments (Sept to June only) Current remuneration for parent funded EA is approx $150 per hour. Contact for Admissions 29142142 [email protected] Address : Discovery Bay International School, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong Autism Recovery Network

Director : Dino Trakakis + Ivan Liew Target : children on ASD aged from 6 months Curriculum / Approach :  Practice latest version of ABA (Verbal Behavior) which focuses on teaching functional language in non-robotic manner  Recognized institution for ABA- Verbal behaviour , Social Thinking®,  and Integrated Play Group (IPG)®  In association with Hong Kong Institute of Education and Autism Hong Kong Extensive experienced in organizing training seminars Classes and Services :  Centre-based (ABA Social Group, Social Thinking Program®, Integrated Play Group (IPG)® & Social Skills Class in Kindergarten Setting/  Home-based & Centre-based ABA Therapy (3hr / 4hr Session, 15 – 44 hours per week) Staffing :  50 ABA therapists (background : OT, PT and Psychology with Bachelor/Master/PHD Degree) Monthly School Fees : One-on One ABA – Minimum 15 hours per week :  Home-based (3 hours) – Morning: $1,230/1,650/2,040 / Afternoon: $1,350/1,770/2,190

Centre-based GROUP Programme :  Social Group - $1,230 / 1,650 / 2,040 (3hr Session)  Social Thinking® - HKD1,650 / 3hr Session  Integrated Play Group® (IPG®) – HKD1,800 / 1.5 hr Session Contact : Address : 14/F, Bangkok Bank Building, 18 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, HK. Telephone: 2854 9113 Fax: 3617 9113 Email: [email protected] Website : www.autismrecovery.hk ENCOMPASS ACADEMY

Clinical Supervisor : Miss Wendy Tsang Director (Operations & Admissions) : Miss Hilda Ngo Belief: Encompass Academy Education Center (“Encompass”) strongly believes in the provision of quality education for all children, especially special educational needs (SEN) children who often requires additional attention, support, and care. Encompass Academy also believes that all families with SEN children should be treated fairly, equally, and respectfully. Early intervention is the key to success, specifically for SEN children who might need help in reaching their full potential. As a result, Encompass is here to provide an innovative, systematic and safe environment in order to promote learning and independence for those in need. Additionally, guidance and support are also provided to help families with SEN children through their journey in becoming happy and self-sufficient individuals. Classes and Services : Intensive 1-on-1 ABA Program Every student will have an individualized Education Plans (IEP) generated by our Clinical Supervisor, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). IEP will be implemented based on the approach of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) on a daily basis. Data is collected and evaluated on a daily basis. Skilled therapists will execute the programs which cater to each student’s skills, needs, interested, and family situations. Group Activities for Full time students We offer circle time and story time for our students. As well, we have group subjects, such as Art and Music class. These classes will provides social skills training for students to improve on their skills in groups. They will learn to follow group instructions, independent skills, observation skills and social skills. Staffing : Clinical Supervisor, ABA Therapists and Art & Music Therapist Monthly Tuition Fees : HK$9,600 to HK$34,000 depends on the program recommended during observation session Contact : Ms. Hilda Ngo 2887-2778 / [email protected] 5th Floor, Skyway Centre, 23-25 Queen’s Road West, Sheung Wan, HK Website : www.Encompass.edu.hk Government / Aided Primary School

Hong Kong Island: •Catholic Mission School (Central & Western District) •Chiu Sheung School, Hong Kong(Central & Western District) •Ling Liang Church Sau Tak Primary School(Tung Chung) •Li Sing Tai Hang School(Causeway Bay) •Po Kok Primary School(Happy Valley) •Sir Ellis Kadoorie (Sookunpo) Primary School (Causeway Bay) Kowloon: •Yaumati Kaifong Association School (Yaumati) •P.L.K. Camões Tan Siu Lin Primary School (Yau Ma Ti) •Li Cheng Uk Government Primary School(Shum Shui Po) •Po Leung Kuk Lam Man Chan English Primary School(Kowloon City •Hong Kong Taoist Association Wun Tsuen School(Kwun Tong) •Man Kiu Association Primary School(Kwun Tong) •Delia (Man Kiu) English Primary School(Tsing Yi)

Target : •children with special needs •children from south Asia: e.g. Pakistani, Filipino, Indian, Nepalese Curriculum / Approach : local curriculum, academic driven Current Class Size : 25 - 30 children in a class Monthly School Fees : free of charge (Except for schools on DSS) Application: through EDB in Sept / Jan of every year International College Hong Kong (Hong Lok Yuen) SENCO: Irene teRaa, Learning Support Leader Target : Children who may display aspects of speech and language difficulties, dyslexia, sensory issues or on ASD/Aspergers syndrome (depending on the make up of the class) Curriculum / Approach : Following the IB Primary Years Programme with a strong focus on English and Maths and Wellbeing Therapy services Part time ST and OT on site (paid by parents) Class and services Kindergarten -max 26 children in the class with 1 teacher, 2 Assistant Teachers Y1, 2 & 3 - class size not more than 28 students with 1 teacher and 1 assistant Y4, 5 & 6 - class size not more than 26 students with 1 teacher and 1 part time assistant •LS Leader: works in close liaison with classroom teachers and parents of student who have SEN • LS Assistant teacher (primary 1 to 6: specific skills: maths, reading spelling), works with small groups of students in booster groups Capacity Currently no places available in our Learning Support Programme Staffing : •Learning Support staff  1 Learning Support Leader  1 full time LSA (primary 1 to 6: specific skills: maths, reading spelling),  2 part time LSA in classroom to support students who require support in Maths, literacy, etc.) Monthly School Fees : School Fees for 19-20: $126,700 (term 1 $50,680, term 2 $38,010, term 3 $38,010) Capital Debenture: HK$ 70,000 per child (non-refundable and non-transferable) Annual Capital Levy : HK$17,500 per child (non-refundable and non-transferable) https://www.ichk.edu.hk/home/join-our-community/vital-information/ (if a Special Support Assistant is required, this is in addition to the regular tuition fees, currently- hourly rate of $206/hour) Contact for Admissions Contact Irene teRaa to see if it is worthwhile submitting an application. For booking a tour: https://www.ichk.edu.hk/home/join-our-community/book-a-tour/ When organizing the tour, it is best to mention that you have a child with special needs so that they can arrange Irene to meet with the parents either before or after the tour. 3955 3000 [email protected] [email protected] Address : 3, Twentieth Street, Hong Lok Yuen,,NT, HK Bridges Program at International Christian School Special Needs Teachers : Two Special Education Teachers & 1 educational assistants (currently) Target : Students aged 11-18 with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, adaptive behavioral development, and achievement delays who need an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and require a non-standard course of study Curriculum / Approach : Based on an American Christian school curriculum that utilizes both standards and individual educational planning to teach (1) Functional Academics = literacy and numeracy; (2) = listening and speakingCommunication ; (3) Socialization = awareness of self and others; (4) Christian character = Bible instruction.

Classes & services: Secondary Classes. Program Capacity is 12 students. Inclusion Students in the Bridges Program are included in ICS activities as appropriate for each student’s level of readiness. Inclusion with typical peers is used to support learning in communication, socialization, and Christian character development. Hours : Secondary: 7:50-3:00 2020-21 annual tuition and Please review the 2019-20 fee schedules below as a reference Fees : Middle School (Grade 6-8): $272,800 High School (Grade 9-12): $277,000 Cost includes an additional $107,100 cohort fee to cover costs of specialized personnel, as well as maintaining a low student teacher ratio *2020-21 Tuition Fees are subjected to EdB's approval Address : 1 On Muk Lane, , , N.T. Contact : Tel : 3920 0001 Email : [email protected] Website : Online application is available www.ics.edu.hk The Nesbitt Centre

Executive Director : Mr Surinder Punjya

Target : Established in 1993, for international adults with a Learning Disabilitiy

Funding : • Partial subvention from Social Welfare Department • Donors & Partnerships: Ongoing and more recent donations and support from; Clifford Chance, Hypsos,, Barclays, SWD 3Es project (Enhancing Employment of People with Disabilities through Small Enterprise Project), BNP Paribas, Charities Aid Foundation, Caldwell Charitable Foundation etc • Private donations Curriculum / Approach : ‘The Preparation for Life Program’, aligned to the person centered approach, caters for the individual needs of our students to raise their competence and confidence levels and includes: Life Skills, Independent Living, Recreation & Leisure, Vocational Education, Structured Workplace Learning and Planning for the Future. We are now accredited with Pearson (LCCI) which gives our students the opportunity to study Business English as an extra curricula option. 2020 sees the introduction of a ‘Blended Learning Program’ for students wishing to improve their employability skills and find work. Classes and Services : • Sai Ying Pun Day Activity Centre and Integrated Life Skills Centre. • Three social enterprises – coffee shops : The Nest, within the Garden of St John’s Cathedral, The Nest at St Andrew’s Church Tsim Sha Tsui and Café 8, Rooftop at Pier 8, Central

Staffing : 17 full time and 5 part time

Monthly School Fees : TNC day program: $7140 per month

Contact : TNC - W: www.nesbittcentre.org.hk F: www.facebook.com.thenesbittcentretnc T: 2813 4550 The Nest - F: www.facebook.com/TheNestCoffeeShop Café 8 - W: http://cafe8.org T: 3791 2158 Address – DAC: LG/F, Sai Ying Pun Community Complex, 2 High Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong Executive Director : Ms Hazel Delfina Chang Target : 1. Post secondary and continuing education : Age 16 and above young adults with disabilities and/or special educational needs (namely core members) 2. After school interest/social/academic classes for students with learning needs 3. Schooling preparation for new immigrants or children who is not in the school system

Funding : The Rock Foundation Limited is a non-profit organization. We do not receive any subsidies from the Hong Kong Government. Curriculum / Approach : 1. The four stage programme reflects the four phases of development in the growth of the post- school young adults which are Foundation stage, Consolidation stage, Outreaching stage and Social Integration stage. 2. Tailored to needs Classes and Services : 1. All programmes are fitted into a 5-day, 10am-4pm time table. 2. Work placements and employment opportunities are available. 3. Tailor made Individual class for academic/social/interest development available Staffing : 2 full time and experienced staff, other part time professional tutors Monthly School Fees : 16-22 years old (post school full time programme) HK$12,000 per month Part time students HK$500/per half a day Interest classes for students aged 5 or above available (one on one $300/session) Contact : Website : www.therf.org Enquiry: Ms Chang/Mr Wong Tel. no. : 2815-0260 Address : 4D & F Sun Hey Mansion, 72 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Youth Empowerment Service (YES)

Principle / Director : Mr. Daniel Chu Muk-Wah Target : • aged 16-30 with special educational needs who have graduated from school • moderate intellectual disabilities • suitable for small group learning • with the ability to walk independently or with walking aids • medically stable • with the ability to exercise basic self-care skills • exceptional cases may be considered for admission

Curriculum / Approach : Introduction: Youth Empowerment Service (YES) is a comprehensive English-speaking post-school programme for young adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN).I t is fully supported by Methodist Study Trust and Yang Memorial Methodist Social Service.

As a community-based transition programme, our trainees learn skills they need to enter their adulthood and the community such as social and communications skills, independent living skills, functional skills and understanding of relationships with others, through various activities and community and vocational experiences. YES is fully supported by Methodist Study Trust and Yang Memorial Methodist Social Service. YES started operation in April 2014.

Curriculum: •Equals ‘Moving On’ Literacy and Numeracy, Functional Skills and Sex and Relationships Education •Tailor-made instructional materials by SEN Teachers Classes and Services : A total of 12 trainees can be accommodated Staffing : 1 Project Manager, 1 Assistant Project Manager, 1 Training Officer with Assistants Monthly School Fees : $10,500 / month Contact : Alice Lee Email: [email protected] Telephone: 2351 7393 Fax: 2353 0054 Website : http://yes.yang.org.hk CONNECT

Principle / Director : Mr. Daniel Chu Muk-Wah Target : • aged 16 or above and recent school graduates • mild Special Educational Needs (SEN) • with the ability or potential to travel independently • with a good level of money and safety concept • with the aspiration of entering the community to study or work

Curriculum / Approach : Introduction: CONNECT is an English-speaking post-school programme for young adults with mild Special Educational Needs (SEN), under Youth Empowerment Service. It is fully supported by Methodist Study Trust and Yang Memorial Methodist Social Service.

The programme aims at preparing young adults with the skills they need to enter the community, such as communication skills, money and time management and basic vocational skills. In this 12-month programme, two short vocational courses and relevant work placements will be arranged, and the young adults will join hands to run a mini business enterprise project. Families and professionals work together in the process of life and career planning for individual young adults.

Curriculum: •Training for Life, a Practical Guide to Career & Life Planning •Tailor-made instructional materials by Assistant Project Manager Classes and Services : A total of 10 trainees can be accommodated Staffing : 1 Project Manager and 1 Assistant Project Manager Monthly School Fees : $10,500 / month Contact : Sunee Markosov Email: [email protected] Telephone: 2351 7393 Fax: 2353 0054 Website : http://yes.yang.org.hk