School Readiness and Transition Support
Preparing Children for Classroom Environments With the Skills Needed for Success
At KidsHeart Medical Center Abu Dhabi, we help children take confident steps from therapy or home environments into school settings — with the right skills, strategies, and support.
Our school readiness and transition programs are tailored for children who may need extra help preparing for the structure, expectations, and social demands of a classroom.
Whether your child is starting nursery, kindergarten, or returning to school after a break, we focus on the core developmental areas needed for a smooth start. Learn more about our child-focused services here.
We prepare not just for the first day, but for lasting success.
What Is School Readiness Support?
This service builds a child’s readiness to succeed in academic, social, and behavioral aspects of school life. We focus on:
- Following group instructions and routines
- Sitting for age-appropriate durations
- Transitioning between tasks or environments
- Basic pre-academic skills (letters, numbers, matching, sequencing)
- Social interaction, turn-taking, and sharing
- Communication with teachers and peers
- Managing emotions and frustration without outbursts
Programs are structured to mimic school routines while offering more individualized support.
When Is This Support Helpful?
Consider school readiness programs if your child:
- Struggles with structure, waiting, or transitions
- Has difficulty separating from parents at drop-off
- Has not attended nursery or group settings before
- Displays behavior concerns in school-like environments
- Is delayed in speech, motor, or social-emotional milestones
- Has had previous challenges adjusting to classroom routines
Early preparation can make the school experience less stressful — and more successful — for both child and parent.
What to Expect at KidsHeart
- Readiness Assessment: We evaluate developmental levels, social behavior, communication, and attention span.
- Goal Planning: Goals are tailored to your child’s age, school plans, and current abilities.
- Structured Practice Sessions: Sessions replicate school routines — circle time, snack, play centers — with individual support.
- Behavior and Communication Coaching: We target skills needed for classroom participation and self-regulation.
- Family and School Coordination: Parents and, when appropriate, teachers receive guidance for a smooth transition.
At KidsHeart Medical Center Abu Dhabi, we help build the skills that set the stage for joyful, confident learning.
Why Choose KidsHeart?
- Targeted school transition plans built on ABA and developmental strategies
- Individual or small-group sessions based on your child’s needs
- Gentle separation support for anxious children
- Collaboration with teachers and early education staff
- Realistic, step-by-step goals that build confidence — not pressure
We don’t just prepare children for school — we prepare them to thrive.
Dr. Dolly Habbal
Consultant Psychologist – PhD in Clinical Psychology
Dr. Deiaaeldin Adel Hosny
Consultant Clinical Psychologist – American Psychology Association & British Psychological Society
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From Readiness to Confidence
At KidsHeart Abu Dhabi, we help children get ready not just for school — but for the learning, social interaction, and growth that comes with it. With structure, care, and a plan tailored to your child, we make the classroom feel like a natural next step.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Typically for children ages 2.5 to 6 years — but we adjust based on need and school entry plans.
No. It supports your child before or alongside school attendance, helping them adjust and succeed.
We work with all communication levels — including AAC users — to support participation and engagement.
Yes. We often help children who’ve struggled with school in the past or are re-entering after a break.
Yes. This program integrates therapeutic goals into school-like settings for real-world learning.