Progressive Discovery Centre
A child- and family-centred space for joyful learning, communication, and everyday independence. We blend play-based ABA with Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy to build communication, regulation, and daily living skills—so gains show up at home, school, and in the community.
Who we Serve
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Children (approx. ages 2–10) who benefit from individualized, behaviour-analytic learning and an integrated team approach.
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We welcome children with diverse communication profiles, sensory needs, and learning styles.
Our Approach
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Evidence-based, play-driven ABA with consent and rapport at the centre
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Integrated SLP and OT involvement (in-house or partnered)
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Neurodiversity- and trauma-informed practice
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Caregiver coaching for carryover at home and school
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Clear goals, data-guided decisions, transparent progress updates
Early Learners (2–6)
Focus on foundational communication, play, readiness for learning, and daily independence in a fun, structured setting.
School-Age (6-10)
Group or 1:1 programs to build social communication, regulation, and life skills that generalize to school, home, and community settings.
Life Skills Program (3-8)
A small group or 1:1 program that explicitly teaches early social and cooperation skills to reduce problem behaviour and prepare children for school success.
Early Learners (2–6)
Communication & Play:
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requesting,
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joint attention,
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turn-taking
Readiness for Learning:
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routines,
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transitions,
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pre-academics
Everyday Independence:
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toileting,
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feeding,
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dressing
Regulation & Coping:
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calming tools,
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flexible routines
School Age (6-10)
Social & Play Skills
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Sharing,
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conversations,
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flexible play
Applied Academics:
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reading,
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math,
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spelling,
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organization
Daily Living:
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mealtime routines,
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hygiene,
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community-safety
Regulation:
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coping plans,
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problem-solving
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self-advocacy
Life Skills Program (3-8)
A class-wide, small-group or 1:1 evidence-based program that teaches the foundational social and cooperation skills young children need for school success. Lessons target 13 key skills organized into four domains:
Instruction following:
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responding to one’s name,
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following simple and multi-step directions.
Functional Communication
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requesting help,
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requesting attention,
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requesting materials,
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asking for information
Tolerence & Coping
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waiting,
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accepting "no",
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handling changes
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handling delays & waiting
Friendship & Social Skills
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sharing,
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taking turns,
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offering comfort,
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expressing thanks
