Al Hawas Centre · Sharjah

Specialized Support for Autism SpeechEarly Intervention and Learning Difficulties in Sharjah

At Al Hawas Center we begin with your child’s individual needs and build a clear plan to support communication, learning, independence and everyday skills through individual sessions and structured group programs in Sharjah.

A speech therapist working with a child
Our main services

Six areas of support one clear pathway

A service is what the centre provides. A condition is a reason someone may need support—so the two are kept clearly distinct.

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Special education

Learning Difficulties Support in Sharjah

Learning difficulties do not look the same for every child, so we do not begin with one plan for everyone. We identify where the child needs support first, then build clear goals that help them progress in the core academic skills.

01

Reading

Letter and sound recognition, fluency, comprehension and phonological awareness.

02

Writing and Spelling

Handwriting, word formation, spelling, sentence building and written expression.

03

Mathematics

Number sense, core operations, understanding and problem solving.

04

Attention and Memory

Sustained attention, working memory, following directions and finishing a task.

05

Academic Readiness

Following routines, working independently and being ready for the classroom.

06

An Individual Plan

Educational goals built on the child’s current level, with clear progress review.

Assessments

Tools the specialist selects for the question being asked

The assessment tool is chosen according to the child’s age, needs and the reason for assessment, and each specialist uses the tools that match their scope and qualifications.

VB MAPP

Maps language, learning and verbal behaviour skills to set suitable goals.

ABLLS R

Assesses a broad range of learning, language, academic and functional skills.

ADOS 2

A structured observation tool for autism, used by an appropriately qualified specialist.

CARS 2

Supports rating of autism-related characteristics within appropriate professional use.

Portage

Follows developmental skills in early intervention and sets stage-appropriate goals.

AFLS

Assesses functional, independence and daily living skills.

Programs

How support is delivered

Programs are not extra services; they are structured ways to bring goals and family collaboration together.

01

Day Care Program

10 AM to 2 PM

A structured programme bringing communication, learning, behaviour and daily-skill goals into one individual plan.

  • Individual goals
  • Specialist coordination
  • Progress monitoring
02

Evening Care Program

One to one sessions

Structured support after the school day, focused on individual priorities without publishing unconfirmed schedules.

  • After-school support
  • Practical goals
  • Family coordination
03

Parent Training & Family Guidance

Practical strategies helping families support communication, learning and behaviour within daily routines.

  • Practical strategies
  • Plain language
  • Shared goals
A care coordinator welcoming a mother and child during an initial consultation at the centreWe begin by listening
About Al Hawas

At Al Hawas we begin with the child

We focus on individual needs, measurable goals, family collaboration and specialist coordination within a plan that can be followed.

  • Individual needs
  • Measurable goals
  • Family collaboration
  • Progress monitoring
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Your journey with us

From first contact to progress review

  1. 01

    Initial contact

    We listen to what you are noticing and what you want to understand.

  2. 02

    Understanding the need

    We identify the appropriate consultation or assessment pathway.

  3. 03

    Individual plan

    We set practical goals and a clear role for the family.

  4. 04

    Sessions and progress review

    We review outcomes and update the plan as progress develops.

Frequently asked questions

Direct answers about getting started

These answers do not replace individual guidance, but they explain how the process works and what to expect.

When should my child have a speech and language assessment?

Consider an assessment when words or sentences are clearly delayed, instructions are difficult to understand, speech is less clear than peers, or communication often causes frustration. Early assessment clarifies needs and does not automatically mean a disorder.

What happens in the first assessment?

The specialist listens to your concerns and developmental or medical history, then uses age- and condition-appropriate activities and tools. Findings, recommendations, and next steps are explained clearly.

How often are therapy sessions needed?

Frequency depends on assessment findings, level of need, age, and goals. The specialist recommends a schedule after assessment and reviews it regularly as progress is made.

What is the family’s role between sessions?

Families are essential partners. We provide short strategies that fit daily routines because natural, repeated practice helps skills carry over beyond therapy.

Does the center offer services in Arabic and English?

Services and communication are available in Arabic and English. Tell us your preferred language when booking so we can arrange the right appointment.

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A clear first step

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