Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, Early Intervention
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Address: 7219 Seawright Drive
| Savannah, GA
31406
Rating: 4.43
(41 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Medicaid,
Tricare,
Ages Served:
6 weeks to 5 years
Care Settings:
In-school,
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About Kicklighter Academy
Kicklighter Academy is unique from other schools in that we offer an inclusive learning environment for young children. We teach children with and without disabilities by providing a safe, cooperative atmosphere that is conducive to learning for all students
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
Aetna
Medicaid
Tricare
7219 Seawright Drive,GA,31406
Get in Contact
(912) 355-7633
stacey@kicklighter.org
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I love this daycare. The staff and teachers are welcoming. The infant room and both toddlers room teachers have been amazing with my boys. They keep me posted about whats going on. If there is a concern it is handled immediately. I appreciate that. I recommend this daycare 1010
jamie boston
26 May 2024
google review
Been on the waiting list for 8 months. nobody called back as of date.
C. Gardenhire (hill)
26 January 2024
google review
Im a first time parent of a three month old. When I had to return to work before planned and needed to put him in daycare I was very nervous as it is hard to trust handing your infant over to strangers. The staff at Kicklighter has made the experience very comforting and taken the stress out of going back to work and having to leave him all day. His teacher Mrs. Sislyn is amazing She is so good with the infants. She takes care of them from the time theyre just weeks old until they are 1 year and in that time is with them through so many developmental milestones. My son has been there only three weeks now and is already close to holding his own bottle and sitting up on his own. She continuously works with them throughout the day and is so sweet with them. I really appreciate the app they use to send notifications throughout the day of their activities. I feel very lucky to have gotten my child into this daycare and to have Mrs. Sislyn there to care for him.A very happy parentShea Caruso
Shea Caruso
26 August 2023
yelp review
Clear line of communication. My child comes home with a daily progress report in his bag.Ive noticed improvement with my sons sleep pattern in the...
Jessica D.
18 October 2021
google review
Piss poor management and staff. My child was slapped across the face by the lunchroom lady and no one notified me that anything had happened. This same woman has been reported repeatedly and nothing was done. Parents please talk to your children about their day at school.
sharon anderson
26 May 2020
google review
As a first time parent of a child with special needs I was concerned about what her experience would be like within a daycare setting. From day 1 Kicklighter has treated her like one of the kids in a good way celebrated her milestones with us and generally have gone above and beyond to provide wonderful care. Kicklighters director Stacey Davis is always responsive to our concerns and needs and it is evident that she truly cares about the kids whose safekeeping she has been entrusted with. They have a great staff who loves on our daughter and makes us feel that she is in great hands.
TJ
26 May 2019
google review
Let me start off by saying that Ms. Pat and Ms. DaDa were amazing with my daughter. I know that while she was under their care she was well taken care of and never once did I have to worry. My main issue with this facility is the director Stacey and her repugnant attitude. As the Director of Kicklighter Academy one would expect her to be open welcoming and responsive to parent concerns. I find it very disheartening when I express my concerns about issues surrounding my child and they are met with a nonchalant disposition accusatory undertones and an overall lack of care. While my child was there I encountered issues of overfeeding my daughter with her breast milk which I had to correct on my own by pre-making her bottles my daughter receiving an injury and no one ever notified me when the incident occurred and a teacher even putting other peoples dirty shoes on her feet despite her having her own shoes in her bag and etc. I would not recommend this facility to anyone who ask about childcare.
Sharita Fulton
26 May 2019
google review
If I were leaving a review for Ms. Pat the Squiggles infant room Id easily leave a five star review. She took great care of my son and I dont think she could love him more if he were a member of her personal family Other than that I absolutely would not recommend this daycare to others. The administration was completely unprofessional teachers are often left over ratio and etc.
Tianna Bias
26 May 2018
google review
Its a very loving and caring environment for kids. Very good safety and cleanliness for kids. Both our kids went there. Wonderful director and caring staff. Teachers will tell you daily about the things that kid is experiencing and learning. Teachers are actually teaching and not just watching our little one.
Manoj Prasad
26 May 2018
google review
My son has been here since he was nine months old and it was the best decision sending him here. Throughout the years with my older one we have had some very bad experiences with daycares and Ive never truly felt comfortable having my kids in daycare. My child is now almost 3 and I wouldnt move him from this daycare for any reason. He is so loved and well taken care of here. They truly love your children and they teach them so much and I know that he will have an upper hand when he starts school. Not to mention that his teacher Ms. Jessica was a huge part of helping get him potty trained before he was even 2 and a half Mrs. Stacy the director is fantastic and truly loves the children and makes sure they are well taken care of. There are too many wonderful employees to name but I love Ms. Sue Ms. Connie Ms. Keri Ms. Pat Ms. Evelyn Ms. Jay Ms. Nekia and thats just to name a few I would feel comfortable recommending anyone to this daycare and I love the fact that they specialize in taking care of special needs children. A truly wonderful place
Morgan Overly
26 May 2018
google review
There is no where else I would rather have my daughter. This is by far the best child care facility in Savannah. We were so sad to leave only because Kicklighter had made such a huge impression on what standards to set for the care of our children
Angelique Rodriguez
26 May 2017
yelp review
My autistic son attended Kicklighter for several years with no problem whatsoever.This year I called in March to make arrangements for him to attend their...
Amy S.
12 May 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Using principles of ABA, children and adults can learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
It's a big decision to make for your family! Applied behavior analysis (ABA) seeks to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. Watch out for ABA providers who look to "cure" autism.
High quality ABA therapy does exist where the goal is not to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. The goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. Here's our complete guide to start and end ABA therapy.
ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Autism is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services since its benefits have been researched extensively.
Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
“Early Intervention” might be the provider’s way of describing services that they provide to babies or young children. However, it might also indicate that the provider is a vendor for your state’s publicly funded program. This means the services with this provider might be covered by your state!
The first step in accessing these free services from your state is to get an evaluation. The evaluation will help the state determine what services your child qualifies for, if any. You can find your state’s local EI program by clicking here.
When you contact your local center, say “I have concerns about my child’s development and I would like to have my child evaluated to find out if they are eligible for early intervention services.” They will ask screening questions and arrange for an evaluation, which is provided for free.
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.