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Applied Behavior Analysis
At Santiago & Friends, our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program provides a structured, supportive environment where children with autism build skills with confidence and encouragement. From the moment they arrive, every interaction is intentional — designed to strengthen communication, social engagement, independence, and positive behavior.
Our classrooms are welcoming, calm, and purposefully designed to reduce overwhelm and increase focus. Children participate in individualized therapy sessions, structured play, peer interaction, and hands-on learning activities tailored to their goals. Daily routines — from transitions to snack time to social opportunities — are used as meaningful teaching moments, always delivered with patience, respect, and consistency.
Each child’s program is personalized to their unique strengths and needs, ensuring progress happens at a pace that feels supportive, empowering, and achievable.
Our approach
Learning Through Structure and Connection
At Santiago & Friends, we believe progress begins with purpose, consistency, and a strong sense of trust. Our ABA approach blends structured teaching with meaningful connection to support every area of a child’s development — communication, behavior, social skills, and independence.
We create a supportive environment where children grow through individualized instruction, guided play, peer interaction, and hands-on learning experiences tied directly to their goals. Small group settings allow our team to truly understand each child’s strengths and challenges, providing steady encouragement and measurable progress. Every skill gained — big or small — is celebrated.
Why learn through ABA?
Children with autism thrive with clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and strategies tailored specifically to how they learn. Through evidence-based ABA techniques, we break down complex skills into achievable steps, building confidence and lasting success. Learning is intentional, practical, and meaningful.
So, why learn through Connection?
Even the best strategies only work when trust is present. Children make the greatest progress when they feel safe, understood, and supported. That’s why we prioritize strong relationships — between therapists and children, and between our team and families. These partnerships create consistency, confidence, and real momentum forward.
Daycare schedule
Founded by educators with years of experience in early childhood development and a passion for nurturing potential, Sunberry was created to answer one simple question: how can we make ‘first learning’ feel magical, secure and meaningful?
8:00-9:00
Drop-off, free play, and breakfast
9:00-9:15
Circle time and morning songs
9:15-10:00
Structured activity (e.g. art or music)
10:00-10:30
Snack time
10:33-11:30
Outdoor play or indoor gross motor play
11:30-12:00
Story time or quiet play
12:00-13:00
Lunch time and cleanup
13:00-14:30
Nap time and quiet rest
14:30-16:00
Snack time and structured activity (e.g. science or cooking)
16:00-17:00
Free play and pick-up
Everything you need to know
We’re here to make your family’s experience smooth and worry-free. Explore our most frequently asked questions about care, routines, and learning at Santiago & Friends.
What age groups do you accept?
We welcome all kids from ages 1.5 through 21. Feel free to book a tour to see the spaces for each age group, meet the staff and decide for yourself if Santiago & Friends is right for your child.
What are your operating hours?
Santiago & Friends is open Monday to Friday, from 8:000 AM to 5:00 PM, offering full-day and part-day options to best suit your family’s schedule.
What is your staff-to-child ratio?
Santiago & Friends ABA is 1:1. Your child will be matched with a clinical team to best meet their needs.
How do you handle meals and snacks?
Santiago & Friends clients are responsbile for bringing snacks and a pre-made lunch for their therapy day. A refillable water bottle is requested.
What safety measures are in place?
A Safety-Care trained staff is alaways present and we have Crisis Management Plans specific to each location.
Still have questions?
Feel free to reach out - we'd love to connect and answer any question you may have.