Amazing K Specialist Autism & Early Intervention School

A place where children are understood, supported and encouraged to grow.

Autism support, early intervention and therapy-rich learning in Randburg, Johannesburg.

Amazing K supports children with autism, communication delays, developmental delays and learning challenges through a calm, structured and nurturing school environment.

 

Our approach is built around communication, confidence, participation, independence and meaningful progress. Children are supported in small groups, with individualised guidance and learning opportunities embedded throughout the school day.

 

For many families, Amazing K becomes the first place where their child feels truly understood.

Who We Support

Specialist support for children with developmental differences.

Families often contact Amazing K when they are concerned about speech, communication, social interaction, behaviour, sensory needs, play skills, school readiness or coping in mainstream environments.

 

A formal autism diagnosis is not required before contacting us. If you are concerned about your child’s development, we invite you to speak to our team.

Why Families Choose Amazing K

Small classes. Strong support. Meaningful progress.

Amazing K is more than a school or therapy centre. It is a specialised environment where children are known as individuals, supported by autism-informed staff and encouraged to participate at their own developmental level.

Communication Comes First

We support children to communicate through speech, gestures, visual supports, AAC, sign language or a combination of communication methods.

Children Feel Safe

Before children can learn, they need to feel safe, understood and accepted. Emotional safety is part of every classroom and programme.

Learning Is Practical

We focus on real skills children need for school, home, family life, community participation and everyday independence.

A Therapy-Rich Autism School In Johannesburg

Amazing K is based in Randburg, Johannesburg, with dedicated campuses in Northwold and Sharonlea.

 

Our classrooms are intentionally structured for children who need more support than a traditional preschool or mainstream classroom can provide. Children learn through visual routines, communication opportunities, structured teaching, sensory-aware support, therapeutic play and guided participation.

 

We support children from approximately age 2 and up, with many learners remaining with us until they are ready for their next educational placement.

Families often contact us about:

  • Autism or possible autism
  • Speech and language delays
  • Limited or no spoken language
  • Difficulty following instructions
  • Sensory sensitivities
  • Social communication challenges
  • Limited play skills
  • School readiness concerns
  • Feeding, toilet training or self-help challenges
  • Difficulty coping in mainstream settings

The Amazing K Approach

Before a child can learn, they need to feel safe.

 

Before they can participate, they need to feel understood.

 

Before they can communicate, they need to know that someone is listening.

At Amazing K, we recognise that every child arrives with their own strengths, challenges, interests and way of experiencing the world.

 

Our priority is not to change who a child is. Our priority is to help them feel that they belong, and then support the developmental areas that matter most in everyday life.

 

We focus on communication, emotional safety, sensory regulation, independence, self-help skills, social participation, group learning and school readiness.

The Five Pillars

The foundation of the Amazing K programme

Every child follows a unique developmental journey, supported by five core pillars that guide communication, confidence, participation, independence and learning.

Communication

Speech, AAC, visual supports, understanding, expression and meaningful interaction.

Social Learning

Turn-taking, waiting, sharing, group participation and peer interaction.

Independence

Self-help skills, feeding, dressing, toileting, routines and confidence.

Regulation

Sensory support, emotional regulation, movement and whole-body development.

Learning

School readiness, early concepts, attention, listening and pre-academic development.

Our Programmes

Support that meets children where they are.

Every child’s pathway looks different. Amazing K offers structured early intervention, bridging support and therapy-rich learning opportunities to help children communicate, participate and grow.

Early Intervention Programme

Our full-day programme supports communication, learning readiness, social participation, sensory regulation, independence and classroom-based development.

Bridging Programme

A gentle afternoon programme for children who need support moving from one-to-one or highly supported environments into group learning.

Therapy Support

Communication, AAC, therapeutic play, sensory integration, occupational development and life participation are woven into our approach.

Communication Is More Than Speech

When parents first contact Amazing K, one of the most common concerns they share is that their child is not talking, is difficult to understand, or is struggling to communicate their wants and needs.

 

While speech is often important to families, communication development begins long before a child is able to use spoken language effectively.

 

At Amazing K, children are supported to communicate in ways that are meaningful, practical and successful. This may include spoken language, gestures, pointing, visual supports, sign language, AAC or a combination of communication methods.

Communication support may include:

  • Understanding and following instructions
  • Expressing wants and needs
  • Requesting help
  • Making choices
  • Answering questions
  • Joint attention
  • Social communication
  • AAC and visual supports where appropriate

Learning Through Play, Participation And Everyday Life

Children do not only learn at a desk.

 

They learn through play, movement, routines, relationships, communication, independence and real-world experiences.

Our Therapeutic Play Intervention helps children build relationships, social interaction, imagination, cooperation and confidence through structured play experiences.

 

Our Life Participation Programme helps children prepare for everyday experiences such as family gatherings, restaurants, birthday parties, travel, outings, visitors, waiting, turn-taking and changes in routine.

 

These programmes help children develop skills that matter not only at school, but also at home and in the wider community.

Amazing K At A Glance

A small, structured environment designed around communication, independence and meaningful progress.

13+

Years

Supporting children with developmental delays and autism.

103

Learners

Currently enrolled across our campuses.

6–12

Per Class

Small class sizes with meaningful support.

3:1–4:1

Ratios

High levels of adult guidance and interaction.

Admissions

Your path to Amazing K starts with a conversation.

Choosing the right educational environment for your child is one of the most important decisions a family can make. Our admissions process is designed to be welcoming, informative and focused on finding the most appropriate placement for every child.

1. Enquiry

Complete the enquiry form and our admissions team will contact you.

2. Consultation

Parents visit Amazing K for an initial consultation and school tour.

3. Child Visit

Your child spends time with us for a short screening and classroom visit.

4. Placement

Our team recommends the most appropriate class or programme placement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child need a formal autism diagnosis before applying?

No. Many families contact Amazing K before a formal diagnosis has been made. If you are concerned about your child’s development, communication, learning, social interaction or behaviour, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your child’s individual needs.

What ages does Amazing K support?

Amazing K supports children from approximately age 2. Children typically remain with us until they are ready for their next educational placement, although every child’s journey is different.

My child is non-speaking. Can they still attend?

Yes. Communication support lies at the heart of everything we do. We support children using visual supports, picture communication systems, AAC devices, sign language, speech modelling and communication opportunities throughout the school day.

Do you help with toilet training and self-help skills?

Yes. Independence and daily living skills form an important part of the Amazing K programme. Children are supported with routines such as feeding, dressing, toileting, washing hands, packing away and participating in everyday classroom tasks.

What makes Amazing K different from a mainstream preschool?

Amazing K is a specialised environment designed around the needs of autistic children and children with developmental delays. Our classes are small, highly structured and communication-focused, with visual supports, therapeutic input and individualised guidance embedded into the day.

Can I visit before making a decision?

Yes. We strongly encourage families to visit Amazing K. The first consultation allows parents to tour the school, meet our team, observe the environment and ask questions about their child’s needs.

Ready To Take The Next Step?

Visit Amazing K and experience the difference for yourself.

Whether you are at the beginning of your journey, awaiting a diagnosis, looking for additional support, or searching for a specialised school environment where your child can thrive, we would be honoured to meet you.

 

Complete the enquiry form and a member of our team will contact you to discuss your child’s individual needs and guide you through the next steps.

Parent Consultation Enquiry