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AEIOU

With 20 years of trusted expertise, we have expanded our service offering to better support autistic children and families during the early years of development.

Our services include:

AEIOU Assessment Clinic:

Supporting families and children aged 3 to 8, to understand their unique strengths, preferences and needs, and assist autism diagnosis pathways.

Supported Childcare:

A supported learning space for children with autism or Global Developmental delay. No NDIS funding required. Available for children from 2 to 6 years old.

Early Intervention (Part-time & Full-time enrolments available):

Safe, respectful and neuro-affirming therapy supports, combined with specialist education for children under 6 years old.

Individual therapy services for children with an autism diagnosis. Expressions of interest to the public are now open. Can be funded privately or through NDIS-funded plans. Available for children under 9 years old.

“We are very grateful to have found a relatively small centre with consistent staff who genuinely love helping our son learn and laugh. He has built beautiful relationships with peers and staff members at AEIOU Sunshine Coast.”

– Claire
“We loved our time at AEIOU. The staff created a warm and loving environment that my son thrived in. Cannot speak highly enough of this centre and their staff.”

– Amber
“The best thing we ever done was enrolling our child into AEIOU Townsville. The only thing I regret is not doing it any sooner. All staff at this centre go above and beyond for every child and their families. I know my child is well looked after every day he is there. He has had so much positive progression since day 1. Every family I come across who has a child with autism and is 6 years and under I always have and always will recommend AEIOU Townsville.”

– Vina
“My family and I had a hard time finding the perfect daycare facilities to take care of our child and his needs but AEIOU Foundation, welcomed us with open arms and provides great service. We have seen a HUGE improvement in our sons learning and behavioural skills. Thank you to the dedicated and friendly staff that has made this journey easier.”

– Lesego

Questions to ask

Parent/Carer Guide to Selecting an Early Intervention Program for Children with Autism

Evidence regarding effectiveness of the intervention
Research
- What kind of scientific research indicates the intervention is effective?
- Does the program use evidence-based practices?
- Does the child share necessary characteristics with those in the research study (e.g. ability, age)?
- Can you provide me with research articles about this intervention that I can read?
Evaluation of Progress
- What goals or outcomes do you hope to achieve with this intervention?
- How will this intervention help each child function better?
- How will each child’s progress (skills and functioning) be evaluated?
- Using what measurements?
- How often?
- How will the program be adjusted according to each child’s progress?
About the intervention
Multidisciplinary Intervention Team
- What qualifications, training, and knowledge do members of the intervention team have?
- What is the involvement of the professionals in the intervention?
- Who is involved in the intervention on a daily basis?
- How often are the pediatrician, child psychiatrist, child psychologist, speech-language pathologist, teachers, and/or occupational or physical therapists with the child?
- How often will the team meet?
Child’s Experience
- What will a day be like for the child?
- How will the intervention be adapted to meet each child’s unique needs?
- Is this the best intervention for this child given his/her personality, temperament, and needs?
- What risks are there to the child’s physical or emotional health?
Family Focus
- Does this intervention meet the goals or needs of the family?
- Will this intervention fit the family’s lifestyle?
- How are families involved in the intervention?
- Is there parent training included?