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BY DACIA GARCIA
Abby’s Learning Center promotes individualized learning approach Abby’s Learning Center promotes an open- minded learning environment, welcoming children with neurodiversity. Founder Tehila Spigel ran into di culties search- ing for a productive learning center that embraced her daughter’s di erences as a result of her neuro- diversity. She took matters into her own hands and crafted a space for her daughter and like-minded children. What to expect The inclusive therapy center launched its space in downtown Austin in January 2025. Inside the center, families can nd an art room, a music therapy room, a library with a sh tank, a calming room, a lunch
room and a gym. The atmosphere
Abby’s Schoolhouse has several classrooms designated for particular subjects.
PHOTOS COURTESY ABBY’S LEARNING CENTER
Academic director Wendy Cody is the teacher at Abby’s Schoolhouse—the latest addition to the learning center. The school program features a Montessori-inspired approach where each student receives an individualized learning experience. Looking forward While the center currently o ers its services to children up to the fth grade, Spigel said the team hosts frequent events where older children and adults with neurodiversity can nd community. “I want to give that support and to be able to neu- tralize our di erences ... to support our kids to be even more,” Spigel said. “Autism is not a disability, but the ability to change the minds of the ordinary."
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510 W. 15th St., Austin www.abbyscenter.com
Founder Tehila Spigel launched the center in January 2025 after struggling to nd resources for her daughter.
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