UNICA School for Autism was established as a Public Benefit organization with the mission to provide affordable, specialized education to learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) between the ages of 6 and 21. Located in Menlo Park and Deerness, Pretoria, the school has grown to cater to 150 learners annually, offering a nurturing and structured environment tailored to their unique needs.

UNICA welcomes learners from Gauteng, Tshwane region. The school addresses varying degrees of remedial problems, learning difficulties, and intellectual disabilities, ensuring that each learner receives personalized support.

UNICA’s philosophy centers on the worth, dignity, and unique character of every individual. The school strives to deliver quality education and training, limited only by the learner’s abilities, within an environment of tolerance and understanding.

Through its specialized education programs, hostel facilities, educational outings, and internationally-recognized teaching methods such as TEACCH, ACE, and Makaton, UNICA continues to make a significant impact in the lives of learners with autism and their families.