Q. How much does the
program cost?
A. Currently fees are $500.00 per
month. Fees are collected 12 months of the year.
Q. Does Autism Funding cover program
fees?
A. Yes. We can assist you with attaining
the required forms.
Q. Is there any financial assistance/subsidy
that can assist with monthly fees?
A. Unfortunately not at this time.
NUKO is committed to reducing and/or eliminating costs
to all families. Please visit http://www.nanaimouniquekids.organogold.com/ for
details on our latest fundraising efforts.
Q. Can I visit the Learning Centres?
A. Visits to the Learning Centres
are very disruptive to the routines of our students.
We hold Open Houses throughout the year and will be
pleased to meet with you then.
Q. Is transportation available?
A. We do not offer transportation
to and from our programs. One of our centres is on
a main bus route, however the other is not.
Q. How many children are in the program?
A. Our new Learning Centre accomodates
19 students.
Q. What is the student to staff ratio?
A. We are pleased to offer 2-to-1
support for our students. Throughout the day, every
child is offered a combination of 1 to 1 instruction
and small group lessons.
Q. What are the qualifications of
staff?
A. Our staff has a wonderfully diverse
background. We currently have Behavioural Interventionists,
Educational Assistants, Community Support Workers, University
Practicum Students and a Certified Teacher on staff.
Q. How is the academic component of
the program provided?
A. All of our students are on a home
school program offered through N.I.D.E.S. (North Island
Distance Education School SD71). Each student has an
Individual Education Plan which families are encouraged
to contribute to. Please visit http://www.nides.bc.ca/ for
information.
Q. How do I apply for the program?
A. Fill out a screening tool (found
under Contact Us in the menu bar) and submit via email.
You will receive confirmation of your placement on
our waitlist and will be contacted once a position
becomes available.
Q. How long is the waitlist?
A. Time on the waitlist varies. The schedule
of incoming and going students and compatability
are factors.