Learning
Through Computer Program
Some children may never speak and may need to use a computer
as a primary means of communication. For other children,
the computer is an exciting and highly successful means
to enable them to develop the skills needed to access learning
opportunities.
This programme is aimed at engaging the child and parent
in an enjoyable learning experience. The repetitive nature
of computer programmes is reinforcing for learning, and
the colour and sound involved in them is very motivating
for each child.
The sight of the child enjoying and succeeding on the computer
is often a source of pride for parents, many of whom may
be relatively unfamiliar with computers themselves.
The Learning
Though Play Programmes
The play environment contains a safe and attractive play
area for children and their families. This environment is
flexibly arranged to suit a wide range of developmental
needs, enabling the child to play with and explore age appropriate
equipment set out in the playroom and playground.
The play coordinator has the qualities and skills to ensure
that the atmosphere is welcoming and friendly for families
and that there are opportunities for parents to socialize
and support each other.
The play coordinator implements the play strategies determined
for each child and models appropriate interactions.
The Learning through
Music Therapy
The Champion Centre recognises that a musically nurturing
environment can provide ongoing, insightful, caring support
for parents, providing musical strategies to help them interact
playfully with their child.
The music programme which is offered to children individually
as well as within a group, provides opportunities for playfulness,
warmth, humour and love and gives the child a crucial experience
of success, helping to build self esteem.
This programme recognises that each child has an inherent
musicality regardless of disability, and music is a powerful
nonverbal form of communication which helps children to
feel included and safe.
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Please
see "Products for Sale" area of the website for
information about Champion Centre music specialist Julie
Wylie's CD's for children and their parents
