Westwoods Center

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West Woods specialises in a remedial and therapeutic approach to education. Focusing on children between the ages of 2 and 16 years old with cerebral palsy, autism, rare diseases and augmentative and alternative communication.

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Individualised Educational Plans (IEPs)

At West Woods Center, we take a personalized approach to education, ensuring that each learner's academic and therapeutic goals are seamlessly integrated. Our commitment to individualized learning allows us to tailor our methods to meet the unique needs of every student, fostering an environment where they can thrive both academically and emotionally. By combining specialized educational strategies with therapeutic support, we empower our learners to achieve their fullest potential in a nurturing and supportive setting.

Specialized Education

Our teaching methodology at West Woods Center is uniquely facilitated by educators with a therapeutic background, ensuring that each learner's specific needs, challenges, and accommodations are effectively integrated into the classroom environment. This holistic approach allows for seamless access to the D-CAPS curriculum, enabling students to engage fully with their educational journey. By combining therapeutic insights with educational strategies, we create a supportive atmosphere where learners can thrive academically while receiving the necessary support for their individual challenges.

Classrooms

At West Woods Center, our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to cater specifically to children with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). To create an optimal learning environment, we maintain minimal wall decor and utilize furniture in solid colors, reducing visual distractions and enhancing focus. Additionally, our classrooms are equipped with adaptive curtains that allow for precise adjustments in lighting gradients, ensuring that each child can learn comfortably and effectively. This intentional design fosters a supportive atmosphere where every student can thrive and engage fully in their educational experience.

Gross Motor Gym

Our contracted Physio- and Occupational Therapist use this gym to support learners gross motor goals in a multi-disciplinary way.

Sensory Room

This is a dark quiet room which has various light-up technologies, to enhance the therapeutic process for those with Cortical Visual Impairment.

Fine Motor Gym

Our contracted Occupational Therapist uses the gym to adress any Fine Motor outfalls a learner may have.

Accessibility

Our centre is fully wheelchair accesible and we have adapted our bathrooms.

Our Principal

Ferzana Saleh Loopoo

Ferzana is a Speech Therapist who has worked with many individuals with severe multiple disabilities, acute care for children and adults as well as long term home based rehabilitation. Her vast rehabilitative and academic background led her to identify a need in our community. That is where her friendship with Kate More came into play and that is how West Woods Centre was born. As a special needs mother, Ferzana experienced moments of isolation and wants to cultivate a space where special families are always welcome and will always be supported with love, compassion and empathy. We might not always have the answer at West Woods but we will hold your hand on the path to find them.