We Empower Neurodivergent Youth
Where Child-Led Activities Transform Learning into Adventure.
We collaborate with families to develop functional life skills for youth with learning differences and foster confidence through interests, peer, and community connections.
Our Unique Approach Tailored to Your Unique Aspirations
The Makay Method is not just an educational strategy; it’s a holistic journey tailored to the neurodiverse mind. Each program is crafted in close collaboration with the family to understand the specific needs of every student.
Through our unique approach combining real-life experiences, co-creation in safe social settings, and a nurturing environment, we help unlock each child’s full potential.
The effectiveness of The Makay Method lies in this foundation of trust, respect, and belief in the capabilities of each child. By setting higher expectations and providing the support to meet them, children learn to believe in themselves. This confidence fuels their motivation to learn and grow, leading to remarkable progress both academically and socially.
Why Choose The Makay Method?
- Connection First: Building a foundation of trust and understanding.
- Tailored to Your Child: Our programs are as unique as your child, designed around their interests and strengths.
- Beyond Academic Success: We foster confidence, social skills, and independence, preparing children for more than just the classroom.
- Community Integration: We encourage real-world engagement, helping children navigate social situations and build meaningful relationships.
- Fostering Independence through Child-Led Activities: We believe in the power of child-led learning, where activities are tailored to each child’s interests and strengths.
Makay Method
Philosophy
We believe in teaching communication, functional life skills, and developing independence and confidence through real-world scenarios, child-led activities, and peer matching. Every step of the Makay Method is a fun, educational adventure making learning a vibrant, shared journey.
We challenge the societal tendency to underestimate neurodivergent children. By holding higher expectations we inspire our students to reach beyond perceived limitations, discover their potential, and reshape their narratives of what is possible.
We nurture growth mindsets because a growth mindset can unlock life-long learning and the courage to try new things. As our students gain the confidence to emerge from their inner worlds and begin exploring the world around them we guide them in co-creating with their community and learn to trust others and themselves.
With each student’s success, we see proof that when you believe, support, and encourage children in collaborative ways that support their individuality and interests, all children can grow to be functional global citizens and live full and rewarding lives of passion, friendship, and community.
Some Themes We Value
COLLABORATIVE
LEARNING
DIRECT
COMMUNITY
INTERACTION
LEARNING
THROUGH
MISTAKES
EXPLORING
INDIVIDUAL
INTERESTS
GROWTH
MINDSET
Some Themes We Value
COLLABORATIVE
LEARNING
LEARNING
THROUGH
MISTAKES
GROWTH
MINDSET
DIRECT
COMMUNITY
INTERACTION
EXPLORING
INDIVIDUAL
INTERESTS
About Makay
Special Education Professional, Executive Functioning Coach, and Founder
A graduate of Cal State East Bay, Makay Davis is a dedicated Special Education Professional who completed her grad work while teaching at Education for Change Charter School in East Oakland. Her expertise extends to speech pathology, pathological demand avoidance (PDA), and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
Makay Davis’s approach is shaped by her professional and personal experiences with neurodiversity. In her work, she focuses on early intervention, teaching youth with learning differences functional life skills, communication, and social integration.
Makay’s dedication to fostering inclusive and supportive educational spaces has made a profound impact on the lives of the children she works with, promoting growth, understanding, and empowerment.
Families looking for a teacher who not only educates but deeply understands and connects with autistic children will find a dedicated ally in Makay Davis. Her work is a testament to the belief that with community and personalized support, every child can thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
Services
Discover our range of services designed to engage, inspire, and elevate your child. From personalized one-on-one sessions to dynamic child-led group learning, we tailor our program to each students unique capabilities.
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