Animals For Young-Autism & Special Needs Center

Animals For Young-Autism & Special Needs Center AFY Autism & Special Needs Centre is an emotional and holistic approach to assist children with auti

Animals for YOUNG aka AFY Autism and Special Needs Centre is a multi awards therapy center assisting children with special needs in Malaysia.

*South East Asia Business Award : The Most Trusted Autism and Special Needs Centre 2020.
*Malaysia Prestige Awards : 2020/21 Winner for Special Needs Organisation of the Year.
*2021 Global Business Insight Awards - Most Trusted Autism and Special Needs Ce

ntre 2021 - Malaysia.
*CORP 2022 Recognize Acknowledgment Reward - The Most Trusted Autism and Special Needs Centre 2022 - Malaysia. Founded in 2017 by Dr. Khew who has a double doctorate and certified in the field of Behaviour, Sports and Baking therapy, Animals Intervention and Occupational Therapy, together with his team of the same qualifications and also in the area of Sensory, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Education, AFY has shown proven record of improvement for children with special needs undertaking their program here. Being the First special needs center in Cyberjaya, we have also been assisting families with needs in the nearby vicinity such as Putrajaya, Dengkil, Seri Kembangan, Serdang and Puchong. Not just as a place of learning, we are also an advocate in promoting acceptance and inclusion for special needs in Malaysia. We are now catering and assisting people of special needs across all ages. From Early Intervention Program (EIP) to Individualised Education Plan (IEP), we provide the education and path needed for the growth of children to adulthood. Job placement and training is also in place under the organization. AFY is the first step in making an evolution to the learning for special needs children in Malaysia! The credibility and assurance of AFY and Dr. Khew can easily be verified with the numerous media interviews and publications in the country, such as 8tv, NTV7, RTM, Bernama, The Star, New Straits Times, The Sun, Malay Mail, Harian Metro, Kosmo, Utusan Malaysia, Sin Chew, China Press, Nanyang, Health Today, Urban Health, FMT, Vibes and many many more. Just simply google us or Dr Khew Malaysia and you will know what we mean. We serve the community with our heart and not just as an educator, but as a parent who is walking the same path and route as you, with a child with special needs, WE UNDERSTAND WHAT IS NEEDED! You can contact Dr. Khew directly at 011-10140828 for a non obligatory consultation as he strives to assist those in needs through his professional services.

Heavy work exercises are activities that involve pushing, pulling, carrying, lifting, or resisting against weight, provi...
07/09/2026

Heavy work exercises are activities that involve pushing, pulling, carrying, lifting, or resisting against weight, providing proprioceptive input to the muscles and joints. These activities can help children develop body awareness, muscle strength, coordination, motor planning, and postural control. They may also support attention and self-regulation by providing structured sensory input. Examples include pushing a weighted box, carrying objects, pulling resistance bands, wall push-ups, crawling, bear walking, wheelbarrow walking, and moving through obstacle courses.

05/09/2026

Rolling a gym ball gently over a child’s body can provide deep-pressure and proprioceptive input, which may help improve body awareness and sensory regulation. This activity can promote relaxation, support attention and readiness, and encourage gross motor development, coordination, and motor planning. It can also provide a fun and structured sensory experience for children. The activity should always be carried out gently, with close supervision, and according to the child’s comfort and needs.

Pattern recognition is an important visual-perceptual skill that helps children identify, understand, and predict sequen...
04/09/2026

Pattern recognition is an important visual-perceptual skill that helps children identify, understand, and predict sequences based on similarities, differences, and repetition. Through pattern activities, children practise visual discrimination, sequencing, attention to detail, and visual processing. These skills support their ability to recognise letters, numbers, shapes, colours, and sequences, which are important for early academic learning and school readiness.

Knot-tying activities provide valuable opportunities to develop children’s fine motor and grasping skills. The repetitiv...
03/09/2026

Knot-tying activities provide valuable opportunities to develop children’s fine motor and grasping skills. The repetitive pulling, tightening, and manipulating of the rope helps strengthen the muscles of the hands and fingers while promoting improved grip strength and finger dexterity. The activity also encourages effective use of both hands simultaneously, supporting bilateral coordination and hand-eye coordination. Furthermore, following the sequence of steps required to tie a knot promotes motor planning, sequencing, attention, and problem-solving skills.

Merdeka art is good for children because it helps children develop fine motor skills, improve concentration, and build c...
02/09/2026

Merdeka art is good for children because it helps children develop fine motor skills, improve concentration, and build confidence. At the same time, Merdeka art introduces children to Malaysian culture, history, and national symbols, helping them develop a sense of pride and love for their country. Group art activities can also encourage teamwork, cooperation, and friendship among children.

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31/08/2026

Selamat Menyambut Hari Merdeka ke-69!
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29/08/2026

Listen and Do is a useful activity for children because it develops their listening and understanding skills. Children need to pay attention to the teacher’s instructions and respond by doing the correct action. It also helps improve concentration, memory, following instructions, confidence, and language development. Because children learn through both listening and movement, the activity can make learning more active, enjoyable, and meaningful.

Spinning activities can provide vestibular input that helps children regulate their arousal and energy levels. Controlle...
28/08/2026

Spinning activities can provide vestibular input that helps children regulate their arousal and energy levels. Controlled spinning may help children who are feeling under-alert become more awake and ready to participate, while structured movement can also support children in organizing their bodies and maintaining an appropriate level of alertness. When used appropriately and with supervision, spinning can be incorporated into sensory activities to support attention, body awareness, and self-regulation during learning.

Visual processing skills are the abilities children use to understand, interpret, and make sense of what they see. These...
27/08/2026

Visual processing skills are the abilities children use to understand, interpret, and make sense of what they see. These skills help children recognize differences and similarities, remember visual information, understand where objects are located, and coordinate their eyes and hands. Visual processing is important for everyday activities and learning, such as reading, writing, drawing, copying shapes, solving puzzles, and completing mathematics tasks. Children develop these skills gradually, and activities such as puzzles, matching games, drawing, building blocks, mazes, and finding differences can help strengthen their visual processing abilities.

Turn-taking skills are important for children’s learning because they teach children to listen, wait, respond, and parti...
26/08/2026

Turn-taking skills are important for children’s learning because they teach children to listen, wait, respond, and participate appropriately during activities. Turn-taking helps develop attention, communication, social interaction, impulse control, and understanding of instructions. It also encourages children to learn from others, share materials, and stay engaged in group activities. These skills support classroom participation, conversation, cooperative play, and overall school readiness.

Address

P5-02 & P5-03, Shaftsburry Square Cyberjaya, Jalan Impact, Cyber 6
Cyberjaya
63000

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+601110140828

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