top of page

A Therapeutic Alternative to Traditional Preschool or ABA 

DIR/Floortime Day Program (12-month)

Open Enrollment

For children (ages 3 to 6) who need support with regulation, sensory processing, flexibility, and social connection — in a structured, nurturing environment.

We understand that choosing the right support for your child is a deeply personal decision.

Our application process is designed to ensure thoughtful alignment — not to judge or exclude.

We review applications to confirm that:

• Your child’s needs match our therapeutic model
• Our program structure aligns with your goals
• We can provide meaningful support

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?

This program is a strong fit for children who:
• Have an autism diagnosis
• Experience emotional regulation challenges
• Have sensory processing differences
• Struggle with flexibility and transitions
• Finds traditional preschool overstimulating

• Have tried ABA and didn't notice lasting change 
• Needs support with peer interaction
• Would benefit from individualized, therapeutic guidance
• Thrive in relationship-based environments
 
We intentionally keep enrollment limited to ensure individualized support.

2

WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT?

Our program integrates:
✔ DIR/Floortime principles
✔ Occupational therapy-informed strategies
✔ Regulation-first learning
✔ Executive functioning support
✔ Semi-structured, kindergarten-readiness activities
✔ Individualized developmental goals
Regulation → Connection → Communication → Problem-solving → Flexibility

We build the foundation before expecting higher-level skills.​

3

WHAT A TYPICAL DAY INCLUDES:

• Morning DIR/Floortime play
• Small-group social engagement
• Play-based learning
• Sensory supports throughout the day

• Swimming (3 days/week)
• Structured transitions
• Therapeutic integration
• Parent communication/coaching​

4

INSURANCE & TUITION

We bill insurance using OON benefits or Medicaid for DIR/Floortime therapy services.

Prior to starting:
• We will verify your benefits and coverage
• Obtain prior authorization, if needed

Details are reviewed during the intake call.

5

LOCAL & NON-LOCAL OPTIONS

We are offering open enrollment for local families (NJ).
 
For families located out of state, we also offer:

  • 2-week intensives

  • 1-month intensive models

  • Parent training intensives (Remote Learning)

 
If you are not local, please indicate this on your application.

6

WHO THIS PROGRAM IS NOT FOR?

This program may not be the right fit if:

  • Your child thrives in a large, fast-paced classroom

  • You are seeking primarily academic instruction

  • You are looking for a drop-off daycare model

 
We are relationship-based, regulation-first, and developmentally grounded.

7

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY

1️⃣ Our team reviews your application
2️⃣ We schedule a brief intake call to discuss alignment
3️⃣ If mutually agreed, we offer placement
4️⃣ Insurance verification and prior authorization details are finalized

Enrollment is finalized only after this collaborative review process is completed.

A2ED0D7E-25A7-4B76-8963-880222A2EB6C_edi

Let's Get Started

Thanks for applying!

  • Facebook
  • Instagram

© 2026 by Child and Family Development

bottom of page