Therapeutic programs go hand-in-hand with academics at Kingsway. Students in our Pre-School, Elementary and Secondary Programs receive therapy services as determined by their IEPs. Therapy services at Kingsway are described in detail below.
Sometimes children know what they want to say, but have trouble expressing their thoughts or have difficulty pronouncing certain letters or sounds. Speech-language specialists at Kingsway work with students to help them express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings. Therapists use techniques such as oral motor, articulation and language therapy. If these techniques are not enough, other methods such as sign language, augmentative devices and assistive technology may also be used. Our goal is to help students take what they learn in their therapy sessions and apply their knowledge to everyday life.
School-based physical therapy sessions are provided by therapists who work in collaboration with Kingsway’s educational team. Our highly trained staff uses special exercises, techniques and adaptive equipment to help students move safely and efficiently throughout the building and in the community. Treatment sessions may include teaching compensatory strategies and positioning, increasing stamina, strength and endurance.
Whether it’s learning how to position one’s body correctly to read a book or learning more complex activities such as writing and typing, occupational therapy focuses on improving fine motor and sensory processing skills. Our therapists use a variety of therapeutic methods such as modifying the school environment, providing adaptations to learning materials and lessons, and direct therapy intervention. They also work directly with teachers and staff to enhance the student’s learning experience and encourage their participation in both school and community functions and activities.
The Elementary Program staff includes a psychologist, social worker and school nurse and the Secondary Program staff includes a social worker, school counselor and nurse, giving students the emotional, psychological and medical support they
need during their school day. Services include:
Nursing Services at Kingsway includes hands-on care and supervision to both children who are well and children who have complex medical issues. Nurses actively work to teach students about their own medical status. The nursing staff also acts as a liaison between home, school and healthcare practitioners.
The Coalition of Southern New Jersey Private Special Education Schools
Student/Parent Handbook
(Haddonfield)
Student/Parent Handbook
(Moorestown)
Staff Manuals
(Kingsway Personnel Only)
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