Malaika House

Introducing Malaika House: Empowering Children with Autism

Malaika House was founded with a simple but powerful vision: to create a supportive, nurturing environment where autistic children and young people, particularly those with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) / Extreme Demand Avoidance (EDA), can learn, grow, and thrive.

We understand that traditional educational settings do not always meet the needs of every child. At Malaika House, we offer an alternative approach that focuses on understanding, flexibility, connection, and individual growth.

Every Child Deserves to Flourish

No two children are the same, and neither are their educational journeys.

At Malaika House, we recognise and celebrate each child's unique strengths, interests, challenges, and goals. Our aim is to provide a safe and supportive environment where students feel understood, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We work closely with families to create personalised learning experiences that support both academic development and emotional wellbeing.

Growing With Our Students

Malaika House currently supports students aged 10–18 years, covering Grades 4–12.

As we continue to grow, our vision includes expanding our services to support:

Students with intellectual disabilities
Learners requiring higher levels of individual support
Young people who benefit from specialised educational pathways

Our growth is intentional and carefully planned to ensure that every student continues to receive the personalised support they deserve.

More Than a School

The word "House" is central to who we are.

Our goal is to create a welcoming, family-like environment where students feel safe, accepted, and connected. We believe that meaningful learning happens when children feel a sense of belonging and when parents and educators work together as a team.

By building strong relationships with families, we are able to better understand each student's needs and provide support that is both meaningful and effective.

Learning Through Think Digital Academy

Malaika House partners with Think Digital Academy, providing students with access to internationally recognised online learning programmes.

Students can choose from three curriculum pathways based on their individual learning needs, goals, and future aspirations.

British International Curriculum

The British International Curriculum offers a structured and academically rigorous learning pathway designed to support a wide range of learning abilities.

Students benefit from:

Engaging online lessons
Personalised learning support
Formal assessments and examinations
Internationally recognised academic standards

All instruction and assessments are conducted in English.

South African CAPS Curriculum

The CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) curriculum follows South Africa's national education framework and is one of the most popular choices for local families.

Benefits include:

Alignment with South African educational standards
Study options in English or Afrikaans
Regular assessments and examinations
A familiar pathway for students planning to continue their education within South Africa

United States GED® Programme

The GED® is an internationally recognised high school equivalency qualification accepted in more than 85 countries worldwide.

This flexible programme allows students to:

Learn at their own pace
Focus on four core subject areas
Complete examinations when ready
Follow an alternative pathway to further education and career opportunities

All learning and assessments are completed in English.

Why Families Choose Malaika House

✓ Small, supportive learning environment
✓ Individualised educational approach
✓ Understanding of autism, PDA, and neurodiversity
✓ Strong partnership between educators and families
✓ Flexible curriculum options
✓ Focus on wellbeing, confidence, and long-term success