2026–2027 enrolment is open

If your heart is full of determination, obstacles are merely figments of your imagination.

At Everest Sports and Life Academy in Üsküdar, we bring special education together with sports and life skills for autism, speech and language, learning difficulties and developmental differences.

  • Ministry-affiliated official institution
  • Expert therapist team
  • Sports and life academy
  • Family-centred approach
If your heart is full of determination, obstacles are merely figments of your imagination. Children who grow through movement and learn through play. Let's map the right route for your child together.
Sports & lifeGrowth through movement
Individual programGoals tailored to every child
Ministry-affiliatedIstanbul – Üsküdar
  • Sports & Movement Education
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Education
  • Speech & Language Therapy
  • Specific Learning Difficulties
  • Sensory Integration (Occupational Therapy)
  • Intellectual & Developmental Support
  • Play Therapy & Workshops
  • Life Leadership Program
  • Occupational Therapy-Based Feeding Education
  • Self-Care & Life Skills Education
  • Feeding & Nutrition Education
  • Toilet Training
  • Psychological Counselling
MEBMinistry-approved special education and rehabilitation centre
1:1A model focused on one-to-one education
3Group sessions with no more than three students
SportsPart of a sports and life academy
Education programs

Scientific methods, a warm approach.

Every program begins with a comprehensive assessment and is shaped around your child's needs.

Sports & Movement Education

Sports and movement programs for children with special needs, led by expert instructors.

  • Gross motor, balance and coordination work
  • Ball games, gymnastics and rhythm activities
  • Social skills through team games
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Autism Spectrum Disorder Education

Individualised education programs based on Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

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Speech & Language Therapy

Therapy for speech delay, articulation, stuttering and communication difficulties.

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Specific Learning Difficulties

Academic support programs for dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia.

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Sensory Integration (Occupational Therapy)

Sessions with occupational therapists for sensory processing difficulties.

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Intellectual & Developmental Support

Support education for individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental delays.

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Play Therapy & Workshops

Complementary development programs through play, art and movement workshops.

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Life Leadership Program

A full-day program for individuals with autism, carried out by a guide and covering school, home and social settings.

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Occupational Therapy-Based Feeding Education

For problems such as picky eating, difficulty moving from purées to solid food, gagging or food refusal.

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Self-Care & Life Skills Education

The basic skills children need to manage on their own in daily life and meet their personal needs without help from others.

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Feeding & Nutrition Education

Support for picky eating, chewing and mealtime skills, and healthy eating habits.

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Toilet Training

Step-by-step toilet training, planned around the child's readiness and carried out together with the family.

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Psychological Counselling

Support from expert psychologists and counsellors for children, adolescents and families.

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With love
With purpose
Together
Why Everest?

Small steps, big summits.

At Everest we see every child's development as a climb: with the right route, a trusted team and a family that celebrates every step.

Individualised program

A comprehensive assessment and a personalised education plan for every child.

Sports & life academy

A model that integrates special education with a sports hall, outdoor area and life skills workshops.

Small groups

Quality interaction with no more than 3 students in group sessions.

Regular monitoring

Data-driven progress tracking and periodic development reports.

Family partnership

Parent meetings, family training and home programs.

Safe environment

Our child-friendly, colourful building, designed around special needs.

Experienced team

Experienced, expert educators in every field

How do we start?

Four steps to the summit

  1. 01

    First contact

    Call us or fill in the form, and we will schedule a meeting at a time that suits you.

  2. 02

    Free assessment

    Our specialists assess your child's developmental areas through observation and tests.

  3. 03

    Individual program

    Goals and an education plan are set together based on the assessment results.

  4. 04

    Education & follow-up

    Progress is followed through regular reports and family meetings.

Our team

An expert team that loves children.

Whole team
Pelin Ay

Pelin Ay

Education Consultant

Kübra Selin Sapmaz

Kübra Selin Sapmaz

Sports and Movement Instructor

Mehmet Polat

Mehmet Polat

Special Education Teacher

Fatih Sarıevli

Fatih Sarıevli

Expert Instructor

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Moments from Everest

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Parent reviews

Families we climb with

“When our son first came, he struggled even to make eye contact. Today he can express his wishes in words. We are grateful for the team's patience and care.”
EElif K.Autism education
“We came because of our daughter's reading difficulties. Her teachers also reached out to her school; both her grades and her confidence have improved visibly.”
MMurat D.Learning difficulties
“We receive a report every month and learn what we can do at home. We feel like part of the process.”
ZZeynep A.Speech & language therapy
The first step is free

Let's climb to your child's summit together.

Write to us for a free assessment meeting; our specialists will call you back as soon as possible.