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.

13/09/2025

💪 Every step, climb, and jump builds stronger skills for everyday life!

Our obstacle course helps children:

✅ Improve balance & coordination
✅ Strengthen core and gross motor skills
✅ Enhance problem-solving & body awareness
✅ Boost confidence through movement play
✅ Support sensory integration and attention

12/09/2025

Working in gross motor group exercises helps children strengthen their ability to follow instructions while engaging in active movement.

During these activities, children are encouraged to listen carefully, wait for their turn, and respond to verbal or visual cues, which fosters attention and self-control.

As they practice movements such as jumping, balancing, or stretching in a group setting, they learn to follow step-by-step directions and adjust their actions based on guidance from the instructor.

This not only builds coordination and physical strength but also enhances listening skills, focus, and the capacity to complete tasks in sequence—important foundations for learning and social interaction.

11/09/2025

Rotational movements on the horse in hippotherapy provide significant developmental benefits for children.

This activity engages and strengthens the core musculature, promoting improved postural control, balance, and bilateral coordination.

The dynamic sensory input from the horse’s movement activates the vestibular and proprioceptive systems, enhancing body awareness, spatial orientation, and motor planning skills.

Additionally, rotation requires the child to adaptively shift weight and adjust posture, fostering greater neuromuscular integration and flexibility.

Beyond physical gains, this practice can also support self-regulation, confidence, and attentional focus, contributing to broader functional skills that translate into daily activities and academic readiness.

11/09/2025

Early Intervention Programme (EIP) at AFY Autism and Special Needs Centre, Cyberjaya

Building little hands’ strength and focus while promoting turn-taking, patience, and social interaction. Lacing helps improve fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and sensory integration, all while having fun together!

10/09/2025

Placing fingers on a sticker sequence provides targeted support for the development of fine motor skills in children.

This structured activity engages the weaker fingers, particularly the fourth and fifth, to promote greater finger independence and strength—skills that are fundamental for handwriting, self-care tasks such as buttoning, and artistic or musical pursuits.

In addition, the activity reinforces visual-motor coordination as children learn to accurately translate visual cues into controlled finger movements.

By following a set sequence, children also practice attention, concentration, and early sequencing skills, laying the groundwork for more advanced academic and functional abilities.

Overall, this type of structured motor training not only strengthens dexterity but also fosters confidence as children achieve success through guided practice.

09/09/2025

A fun way to challenge kids’ motor planning, coordination, sensory integration, and concentration while keeping therapy playful and engaging.

09/09/2025

Core stability is one of the key benefits children gain through hippotherapy, as it lays the foundation for overall body control and coordination.

When riding a horse, the constant rhythmic movement requires the child to engage their abdominal, back, and pelvic muscles to maintain balance.

This repeated activation strengthens the core, improves posture, and enhances trunk control, which are essential for everyday tasks such as sitting upright in class, walking with better coordination, and performing fine motor skills like writing.

A stronger core also supports sensory regulation, helping children feel more grounded and secure in their movements, which can boost confidence and independence in both physical and learning activities.

06/09/2025

Jigsaw puzzles are an excellent activity for children because they support the development of many important skills in a fun and engaging way.

As children work to fit the pieces together, they strengthen their problem-solving and critical thinking skills, learning to recognize patterns, shapes, and colors.

The process also enhances visual-spatial awareness, as they must imagine how pieces connect and where they fit in the bigger picture.

At the same time, puzzles encourage fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, since children need to carefully pick up, rotate, and place pieces in the right spot.

Completing a puzzle also teaches patience, focus, and perseverance, as children practice staying with a task until it is finished.

Additionally, puzzles can build confidence and self-esteem, giving children a sense of achievement once the image is completed.

04/09/2025

✨颜色分类投币挑战，专注力与逻辑力双重锻炼！🌈🧠

【认知分类 x 精细动作训练】

今天我们带来了一项既有趣又实用的训练活动：
🎯 颜色分类投币挑战！

我们在纸盒上设置了不同颜色的投币孔，引导孩子观察圆片颜色并快速分类投入对应颜色的孔中。
这个过程中，孩子不仅需要快速辨别颜色，还要精准投放，一不小心就会投错哦～👀👋

📌锻炼目标：
✅ 颜色识别与分类能力
✅ 手眼协调与精细动作控制
✅ 注意力集中与规则理解
✅ 视觉追踪与任务执行力

🔸对孩子们来说，颜色分类是一项基础但重要的认知训练。配合手部小肌肉动作，更能提升他们在生活中的自主操作能力！

🗣️看似简单的“拿”和“放”，其实藏着孩子逻辑能力与独立完成任务的关键一步！

🎉让我们一起动动小手，颜色分一分，脑袋亮起来！

04/09/2025

✨眼脑手并用，小小数学家上线啦！🧠✋

【视觉感知 x 数学认知】

我们进行了一个结合视觉追踪与数概念的感统活动：
数字配对挑战！🎯

通过观察卡片上物品的数量，孩子们需要在纸盘中找到对应数字贴纸，完成数量与符号的正确配对。这项训练不仅锻炼孩子们的视觉搜索能力、注意力维持，更加强了数量感与数字认知！

👀锻炼目标：
✅ 数感与基本数学认知
✅ 视觉定位与追踪能力
✅ 手眼协调与专注力
✅ 对任务的理解与独立完成度

🧩 这样的活动可以帮助他们从具体物体→抽象符号的转换，促进基础数学思维的发展，为之后的学习打下坚实的基础！

❤️ 不只是“找数字”，更是“找自信”～
每一次对准、贴上，都是对孩子认知、动作和情绪耐受力的综合挑战！

🌈 用游戏打开思维，孩子们的数学小宇宙正在悄悄爆发！

04/09/2025

Sorting rubber bands from oats isn’t just about picking and placing. It sharpens fine motor skills, strengthens focus, and offers calming sensory input through touch. A simple task with big developmental benefits 🌾🖐️

04/09/2025

Pincer grasping skills are important for children because they form the foundation for fine motor development and everyday functional tasks.

This skill, which involves using the thumb and index finger to pick up and hold small objects, helps children gain better hand control, coordination, and strength.

Mastering the pincer grasp allows them to perform essential activities such as feeding themselves, turning pages, picking up toys, and later, holding a pencil for writing.

It also supports independence and confidence, as children learn to manage small items on their own.

Developing this skill early lays the groundwork for more complex motor abilities needed in school and daily life.

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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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).