Starting school is a milestone every family looks forward to — and one that takes preparation. Luminaria's school readiness program builds the skills your child needs to walk into a classroom with confidence: sitting in a circle, following directions, transitioning between activities, and engaging with peers.
School readiness is an ABA-based program that targets the specific skills your child needs to succeed in a classroom setting. We're not teaching ABCs and 123s — we're building the foundational skills that make learning possible: sitting and attending, following group instructions, transitioning between activities, and working independently.
Think of it this way: a child can be brilliant, but if they can't sit in a circle for story time, raise their hand to answer a question, or transition from art to lunch without a meltdown, school becomes overwhelming fast. Our program targets these "classroom survival skills" so your child can focus on learning once they get there.
School readiness sessions happen in your home, where your child's therapist creates simulated classroom activities. We set up "circle time" in your living room, practice transitions between activities, and build independence during structured tasks — all within the comfort of your child's familiar environment.
Your child's BCBA designs a program that targets the exact skills your child needs, based on their age, developmental level, and the expectations of their upcoming school placement. We build skills gradually — starting simple and increasing complexity as your child progresses.
When possible, we coordinate with your child's future school and IEP team. Sharing progress data, aligning on goals, and understanding the specific expectations of your child's classroom helps us prepare them for success on day one.
The right preparation makes all the difference. Let's start building those skills now.
Free ConsultationIdeally, 6-12 months before your child's expected school start date. This gives enough time to build and practice the skills they'll need. But every child is different — if school is approaching sooner, we can prioritize the most critical skills and make meaningful progress even in a shorter timeframe.
Yes, we coordinate with your child's school and IEP team whenever possible. We can share progress data, align on goals, and ensure the skills we're building at home match what's expected in the classroom. A smooth transition works best when everyone is working together.
Toilet training is one of the skills we can work on as part of school readiness. Many children with autism need a structured, ABA-based approach that breaks the process into manageable steps. We'll create a plan that works for your child and your family's routines — and help your child build this important skill before school starts.
School readiness is a focused component within ABA therapy. While regular ABA addresses a broad range of skills, school readiness specifically targets classroom skills — sitting in a group, following multi-step instructions, transitioning between activities, and working independently. Think of it as ABA with a classroom lens applied.
With the right preparation, your child can start school with confidence. Let's build those classroom skills together.
