Pathlight

Pathlight is a non-profit organization based in Singapore that provides education and resources for individuals with autism. It was established in 2004 by the Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) and is the first autism-focused school in the country.

History

Pathlight was founded in 2004 by the Autism Resource Centre (Singapore), a non-profit organization committed to serving the autism community. The school was established to meet the growing need for specialized educational services for children with autism in Singapore.

Programs and Services

Pathlight offers a unique blend of mainstream academic curriculum and life readiness skills. The school's programs are designed to cater to students across different ages and abilities, from primary school to pre-tertiary levels.

Mainstream Curriculum

Pathlight follows the national curriculum set by the Ministry of Education, ensuring that students receive a similar academic foundation as their peers in mainstream schools.

Life Readiness Skills

In addition to the academic curriculum, Pathlight also emphasizes on teaching life readiness skills. This includes social and communication skills, daily living skills, and vocational skills.

Facilities

Pathlight operates across multiple campuses in Singapore, each equipped with facilities such as classrooms, therapy rooms, and vocational training spaces.

Recognition

Pathlight has received recognition for its efforts in providing quality education for individuals with autism. In 2016, it was awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Exemplary Student Award.

See Also

• Autism
• Special education
• Education in Singapore

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