Here’s the most important thing you need to know: we’re more than just a school.
We help children to realize their full growth potential, and we’re invested in their success.
SINCE 2010
Boland Autism School’s doors were
opened on the 18th January 2010 in Paarl.
13 EXPERTS
We’re super proud of our diverse and talented team.
41 ENROLLED STUDENTS
We currently work with 41 amazing
children who we are very proud of.
OUR HISTORY & ACHIEVEMENTS
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Globally, about 1 in 36 children are identified with ASD, with South Africa also experiencing a significant prevalence. Despite the growing demand, resources and facilities for children with autism remain limited.
Recognizing this need, a group of parents and professionals from Paarl came together in September 2009 to establish a school supporting children with autism in the Boland area, including Paarl and Stellenbosch. Thanks to the generous support and donations from the community, the Boland School for Autism opened its doors on 18 January 2010 at the Drakenstein Dutch Reformed Church with just four children and two tutors.
Since its inception, the school has grown significantly, becoming a vital resource for the autism community. In 2011, the school received a Mayoral Award for service to the community and officially registered as an Act 18A Non-Profit Organisation (Registration number: 089-279-NPO). Over the years, the school has expanded its enrollment and continues to serve as a beacon of hope for children with autism and their families in the region.
OUR VISION & MISSION
At the Boland School for Autism, our mission is to provide a nurturing, autism-specific learning environment that recognizes the unique needs and strengths of each learner.
We aim to empower our learners to reach their full potential. We believe in a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach, collaborating with a dedicated team that includes occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, social workers, kinderkineticists and other professionals to support every aspect of our learners’ development.
Our vision is to be a welcoming and empathetic center for autism education and support in the Boland region. We strive to create a community rooted in love, understanding, and acceptance, where every child with autism is valued and given the tools to perform at the best of their ability.
OUR VALUES
We are positive about life and the opportunities it presents
Our actions are transparent
Our intentions are sincere
Our team consist of like-minded individuals with unique
skills and attributes
We exude humanity in all we do and speak
Everyone is committed to the goals of our school
Every person is respected – regardless
We are proud of our learners and our school
We recognize and celebrate
OUR TEAM
The Boland School for Autism is proud to have a dedicated team with extensive experience and a deep understanding of working with children with autism.
We also embrace a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach, collaborating with professionals such as:
- an occupational therapist
- a speech-language therapist
- a social worker
- and kinderkineticists.
Together, our team is committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment where every child can perform at the best of their ability.
