Intensive Vocational Programme
Building functional skills and independence for ages 7–12.
IVP is a structured weekday pathway for older children, supporting practical participation, communication, social development and growing independence with a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio.
Who is this for?
For children aged 7–12 years who may benefit from structured support for school participation, pre-vocational development and independent living. A diagnosis is not needed to join.
Full Day programme
- Monday to Friday
- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Structured learning, functional routines and social participation
After School options
- 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Schedule is confirmed according to suitability and capacity
Learning focus
- Academic learning and school skills
- Pre-vocational skills
- Independent living skills
- Islamic learning, with an alternative activity for non-Muslim students
- Psychosocial learning
How to join
- 1. WhatsApp enquiry
- 2. Centre visit
- 3. Initial Assessment by our Occupational Therapist if recommended
- 4. Paid trial class, with length set by the centre according to the child’s needs
- 5. Registration
Progress and parent communication
Parents receive updates through the Oodlins parent app, Parent-Teacher Meetings four times a year, usually in March, June, September and December, and a written progress report after the first 3 months. Withdrawal requires 30 days’ written notice.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need a diagnosis to join?
No. A diagnosis is not needed. The team reviews the child’s needs and programme suitability during the joining process.
What days and hours are available?
The programme runs Monday to Friday. Full Day is 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Afterschool options are 1:00–5:00 pm or 2:00–5:00 pm.
What is included in Full Day?
Full Day includes practical life-skills training such as simple household and community tasks, alongside academic, school, pre-vocational, independent living and psychosocial learning.
Can parents stay in the classroom?
Parents do not stay in the classroom during sessions so children can remain focused. Centre visits are welcome by appointment and take about 30 minutes; parents may bring their child.
How is progress communicated?
Updates are shared through the Oodlins parent app. Parent-Teacher Meetings are held four times a year, usually in March, June, September and December, and a written progress report is provided after the first 3 months.
How much notice is needed to withdraw?
Withdrawal requires 30 days’ written notice.
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