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 Centre 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.

08/01/2026

Supine inserting practice supports children’s sensory development by providing rich proprioceptive, vestibular, and tactile input in a well-regulated position.

While lying on their back, children receive calming vestibular input that helps improve sensory regulation and body awareness.

The act of grasping, pushing, and inserting objects offers deep proprioceptive feedback to the muscles and joints, supporting force control and motor planning.

Tactile exploration through handling different shapes and textures enhances sensory discrimination, while working at the body’s midline promotes bilateral coordination and postural organization.

At the same time, visual tracking and hand-eye coordination are strengthened as the child focuses on placing objects accurately, making supine inserting practice an effective sensory-based activity for improving attention, regulation, and overall sensory integration.

07/01/2026

Group practice provides structured and supported social experiences that may not come naturally. In a guided group setting, children can safely practice communication skills, such as making requests, using gestures or words, maintaining eye contact, and responding to others, with consistent modeling and gentle prompting from adults.

Group practice also helps special needs children develop social awareness and emotional regulation. They learn to wait, take turns, tolerate changes, manage frustration, and understand peer reactions at their own pace. Being part of a group encourages peer imitation and joint attention, which are key foundations for social interaction. Over time, these shared experiences build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging, helping children transfer their social skills into school, therapy, and everyday environments.

Fine motor + hand–eye coordination at work ✨One rubber band at a time.
07/01/2026

Fine motor + hand–eye coordination at work ✨
One rubber band at a time.


06/01/2026

Cognitive practice helps improve children’s attention span by training the brain to focus, process information, and stay engaged for longer periods of time.

When children participate in activities such as puzzles, matching games, memory tasks, problem-solving play, or following step-by-step instructions, they learn to sustain focus on a task, ignore distractions, and complete an activity with purpose.

Repeated cognitive practice strengthens working memory and executive functioning, which supports a child’s ability to listen, wait, plan, and shift attention appropriately.

Over time, these experiences build mental endurance, helping children remain attentive during learning, play, and daily routines, while also boosting confidence and motivation to engage in tasks independently.

Arranging coins on a ring to work on fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, and attention.
05/01/2026

Arranging coins on a ring to work on fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, and attention.


05/01/2026

Lacing activities support bilateral coordination by encouraging children to use both hands together in a controlled and purposeful way—one hand stabilizes the lace or card while the other hand threads, pulls, and adjusts.

This coordinated use of both sides of the body helps strengthen communication between the left and right hemispheres of the brain, which is essential for daily functional skills.

Through lacing, children also develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, finger strength, and motor planning, all of which are important for tasks such as writing, dressing, buttoning, and tying shoelaces. In addition, lacing promotes focus, patience, and problem-solving, supporting overall independence and confidence in a child’s developmental growth.

03/01/2026

Learning can be fun when children are engaged through play, exploration, and enjoyable activities, and this greatly benefits their overall development.

Fun learning experiences help children stay motivated and curious, making it easier for them to focus, participate, and try new things without fear of making mistakes.

When children enjoy the learning process, they naturally develop important skills such as problem-solving, communication, creativity, and social interaction.

Playful learning also supports emotional development by building confidence and reducing anxiety, allowing children to express themselves freely.

Most importantly, learning through fun creates positive early experiences with education, helping children develop a lifelong love for learning while strengthening their cognitive, motor, and social skills in a natural and meaningful way.

Early Intervention Program (EIP) 2026 – Supporting Special Needs Children! 🌟Every child deserves the right support to le...
03/01/2026

Early Intervention Program (EIP) 2026 – Supporting Special Needs Children! 🌟

Every child deserves the right support to learn, grow, and thrive! Our EIP in Cyberjaya is designed for children with:

✅ Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
✅ ADHD & Attention Difficulties
✅ Down Syndrome
✅ Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
✅ Speech & Language Delays

We focus on school readiness, life skills, and independence in a structured, supportive environment.

📍 For children aged 3 & above – Classes 5 days a week

📩 Limited slots available! Contact us today.
📱 WhatsApp Dr. Khew at 011-1014 08282

Merry Christmas~ May this festive season bring joy to your heart
25/12/2025

Merry Christmas~ May this festive season bring joy to your heart

23/12/2025

Horse care activities such as petting and grooming play an important role in hippotherapy for children because they help build a safe and trusting relationship between the child and the horse.

Through gentle touch and hands-on interaction, children become more comfortable around the horse, reducing fear and anxiety while increasing emotional regulation.

Grooming tasks also provide rich sensory input and support the development of fine motor skills, bilateral coordination, and body awareness.

In addition, these activities encourage responsibility, attention, and following simple instructions, which strengthens confidence and readiness for mounted activities.

By engaging in horse care, children are better emotionally and physically prepared to participate actively in hippotherapy sessions.

19/12/2025

Pattern recognition is important for children’s learning because it helps them understand how things are organized and how ideas connect.

By noticing patterns in shapes, numbers, sounds, routines, and language, children learn to predict what comes next, which strengthens their thinking and problem-solving skills.

This ability supports early math skills (such as counting, sorting, and sequencing), reading and language development (recognizing letters, sounds, and word structures), and daily functioning (understanding routines and rules).

Pattern recognition also improves memory, attention, and logical reasoning, giving children a strong foundation for more complex learning and independent thinking as they grow.

18/12/2025

Handwriting practice plays an important role in improving children’s concentration and overall development.

When children write, they need to focus on forming letters, controlling pencil pressure, and following lines or spaces, which helps train their attention span and ability to stay on task for longer periods.

This sustained focus supports better self-regulation and reduces distractibility over time.

Handwriting also strengthens fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination, and finger strength, all of which are essential for daily activities and academic tasks. In addition, writing engages the brain in planning, sequencing, and memory, helping children process information more deeply and understand what they are learning.

For many children, especially those with developmental or sensory needs, regular handwriting practice can build confidence, improve classroom readiness, and support smoother participation in learning activities.

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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Our Story

Animal for YOUNG is a Center to assist special needs children and adolescent with animal in Cyberjaya. It was set up by the founder Dr. Khew, whose studies is in the field of Human-Animal relations, find that animals help in the emotional, physical and social development for human. The Founder aims to create and introduce AYIP (Animal for YOUNG Intervention Program) to help in the early intervention for special needs children, build Fuiry-tail Land (a petting farm that acts as an eco-tourism destination as well as a school, therapy centre and working place for teens and adults with special needs, and creation of a DIY at home AAT Method to help in the intervention of special needs children, whereby each household could have an animal at home that can act as a therapist at any time. Our mission is to assist special needs children and adolescent with animal to improve better Quality of Life (QOL).