Rockafellas: Autism Social Group Program for Children
(For Children 5 to 8 Years Old)
Our Rockafellas Social Group Program utilizes our distinctive Social Skills Taxonomy, developed through our Autism Partnership Method (APM). This taxonomy breaks down social skills into several parts including social awareness, social relatedness, social communication, social interaction, and social learning.
These components are essential for the success of children with autism in group settings, fostering relationship-building, peer engagement, and the ability to navigate social complexities. The program focuses on the crucial aspects of the Social Skills Taxonomy, aiming to provide children with autism the skills necessary to navigate social situations more effectively.
When we introduced this social group program at AP Singapore, we invited the children in the group to unleash their creativity and choose a name that would resonate with their dynamic spirit. The result? The resounding choice of ‘Rockafellas’.
The Rockafellas Club is designed to guide our young participants through their social journey. Through a carefully curated blend of engaging activities, purposeful games, and meaningful interactions, we’ve created an environment where children with autism can learn vital social skills under the overarching theme of ‘being a good friend.’ Within this nurturing space, we fostered an environment where friendships blossomed, confidence soared, and a sense of belonging thrived.
The social group program is for children who:
- Lack the skill set for cultivating meaningful friendships
- Display minimal behavioral challenges
- Able to comprehend abstract language concepts and have adequate expressive language skills
- Have good learning and attending behavior in a group setting
- Independent with their self-help skills
**For children who may not have all the pre-requisite skills, 1:1 intervention would be recommended to help them acquire the required / necessary skills to participate in the group program.
Date | Monday – Friday |
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Time |
AM Session: 9:30 - 11:30 AM PM Session: 3:30 - 5:30 PM |
Age | 5 to 8 years old |
Group Ratio | 1 Teacher to 2 Students |
Min. Commitment | 1 Term – 3 Months |