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Signs Of Intellectual Disability In Children A Guide For South African Parents

UNITY COLLEGERef: https://unity-college.org.za/signs-of-intellectual-disability-in-children-a-guide-for-south-african-parents/

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This document is an informational article published by Unity College, a special needs school in Johannesburg, South Africa, aimed at helping parents recognize signs of intellectual disability in children and understand the support available. It outlines symptoms of mild to moderate intellectual disability, such as delayed language development, difficulty with self-care, and social interaction challenges, and lists specific conditions the school supports. The article promotes Unity College's structured educational programs, therapeutic services, and inclusive environment for learners from ages 3 to 18+, emphasizing individualized learning and life skills development. It encourages parents to visit the school to explore enrollment options.

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Therapy services for learners with intellectual disabilities

Learners at Unity College receive twice-weekly group therapy sessions in speech, occupational, and music therapy as part of their school fees. Private therapy can also be arranged during school hours at a cost agreed between the parent and therapist.

Who it is for: learners with intellectual disabilities enrolled at Unity College
How to act on it: Access therapy services through Unity College's school-based programmes; private therapy requires coordination with external therapists during school hours.

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Pupils benefit from twice-weekly group therapy (including speech, occupational, and music therapy) embedded in the school fees, and private therapy can be done on the school premises, during school hours, at a charge agreed upon between the therapist and parents.

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Enrolment at Unity College for learners with intellectual disabilities

Parents can enrol their children aged 3 to 18+ at Unity College, a special needs school in Chartwell, Johannesburg, which provides individualised education and therapeutic support tailored to learners with intellectual disabilities such as Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Cerebral Palsy.

Who it is for: parents of children aged 3 to 18+ with intellectual disabilities
How to act on it: Contact Unity College by phone or visit the school at 59 Runnymead Avenue, Chartwell North Estates to begin the enrolment process.

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We follow the flexible DCAPS national curriculum , building functional literacy, numeracy, social, and life skills appropriate to each pupil’s ability. From early intervention (ages 3 to 6), Junior (ages 7 to 10) and Intermediate (ages 11 to 13) Phases, to the Senior Phase (ages 14 to 18) and Vocational Training Centre (ages 19+), we equip pupils with practical skills for everyday living and work readiness.

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City of Johannesburg, Gauteng

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https://unity-college.org.za/signs-of-intellectual-disability-in-children-a-guide-for-south-african-parents/

Key Takeaways

intellectual disability
signs in children
Unity College
Johannesburg
Chartwell
ages 3 to 18+
DCAPS curriculum
speech therapy
occupational therapy
music therapy
small classes
individual attention
Enrolment Process
Contact: 010 109 0790
Address: 59 Runnymead Avenue, Chartwell North Estates
Unity College
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Michelle Kirk
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Johannesburg
Chartwell North Estates