The Grounds offers special needs student care in Singapore for primary school children aged 7 to 10, designed for families who want continued therapy and learning support after their child graduates from EIPIC or transitions into mainstream or SPED school. Our AHPC-licensed Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Educational Therapists weave intervention directly into the after-school routine so therapy goals are reinforced through everyday moments, not just sessions. With small-group settings, individualised plans, and a safe space to decompress, we help neurodivergent children build the skills, confidence, and independence to thrive.
The Grounds After School Programme
Are you struggling to find a suitable afterschool programme for your special needs child that can allow for continued intervention and therapy when they graduate from EIPIC? Some other considerations you have when choosing a suitable afterschool programme might include:
- Does your child need extra support in mainstream school?
- Does your child need a small group setting for learning?
- Does your child still have gaps they need to bridge?
- Does your child need an Individualised Education Plan?
- Want to occupy your child’s time with meaningful intervention/therapy?
- Any particular skills you wish for your child to work on?
- Tired of looking for programmes that require your child to have pre-requisite skills (e.g., toileting)?
If you are working parents who are unable to ferry your child to and from therapy on weekdays and need an Afterschool Programme that incorporates therapy in routines and enforces learning through everyday routines, then The Grounds is a suitable place for your child.
How Our After School Programme Helps Children Thrive
As children progress to primary school (ages 7 to 10), the academic and social challenges they face in mainstream or special education settings increase in complexity. Continued support is essential to help your child navigate these new environments and appropriately manage the demands of their school day.
The Grounds is a private student care and support centre in Singapore. We provide specialised after-school care for primary school students aged 7–10 years old, focusing on their specific social, academic, and developmental needs. Our multi-disciplinary team comprises Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Educational Therapists—each with deep experience supporting students who find mainstream or SPED primary classrooms overwhelming.
Our sessions focus on building essential life skills for school-aged children, improving classroom behaviours, and managing the unique sensory and communication challenges of a busy school environment. By creating a safe and structured space for after-school decompression, we help students develop the confidence and independence they need to flourish in Primary School and beyond.
Families seeking special needs student care in East Singapore often turn to us for our specialised after-school support and developmental programmes for neurodivergent students in the 7–10 age bracket. Our programme is tailored to meet each student where they are, ensuring that therapy goals are integrated into their daily routines. With personalised objectives and consistent professional support, The Grounds empowers children to navigate challenges and celebrate their progress.
Whether you are looking for short-term learning support or long-term planning for your neurodivergent child, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Let’s take the next step together—so your child can thrive on their own terms.
Frequently Asked Questions About Special Needs Student Care
What age range does The Grounds' special needs student care programme support?
Our after-school care programme is designed for primary school children aged 7 to 10, including those in mainstream schools and SPED schools. This is the age range when academic and social demands ramp up significantly, and many neurodivergent children benefit from continued structured support after the school day ends. If you’re not sure whether your child is the right age or developmental fit, we recommend booking an initial consultation so we can discuss your child’s specific needs.
How is this different from a regular student care centre?
Standard student care centres focus on supervision, homework support, and recreation. Our programme is different because therapy is built directly into the daily routine. Our team includes AHPC-licensed Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Educational Therapists who weave intervention into everyday activities, so children continue working on communication, motor, sensory, and learning goals throughout the afternoon rather than only in formal therapy sessions. The result is consistent reinforcement of skills your child is already developing, in a setting that also provides safe, structured downtime.
Is this programme suitable for my child if they've just finished EIPIC?
Yes. Many of the families we work with come to us specifically because their child is transitioning out of EIPIC into primary school. We understand the gap parents face at this stage: the intensive early intervention support ends, but the developmental needs don’t. Our programme is structured to continue that journey, supporting your child as they adapt to mainstream or SPED primary school while keeping therapy goals active. We can also coordinate with your child’s school where appropriate to align strategies across environments.
What are the qualifications of your therapists?
All our therapists are licensed with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC), Singapore’s official credentialling body for allied health practitioners. Our team includes Senior Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Educational Therapists with experience supporting children with developmental needs, autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent profiles. You can read about each team member on our About Us page (or wherever the team is listed on-site).
Do you offer subsidies or accept SCFA?
The Grounds is a private centre and is not part of the government-subsidised SSCC framework, so we don’t accept Student Care Fee Assistance (SCFA) subsidies. We chose this model because it allows us to maintain small group sizes, individualised therapy-integrated programming, and AHPC-licensed therapist involvement throughout the day. We’re happy to discuss fees during an initial consultation so you can decide whether our programme is the right fit for your family.
How involved will I be as a parent?
Family involvement is central to how we work. We see parents as essential partners, and our therapists share regular updates on your child’s progress, discuss strategies you can use at home, and are available to talk through any concerns. We also coordinate with your child’s school where appropriate, so the strategies we use in our programme support what’s happening in their classroom too.