Sankalp Trust

The Open School, situated in Shenoy Nagar within a spacious 10,000 sq. ft. facility, is tailored for children with Specific Learning Difficulties. Classrooms boast ample ventilation and hygiene, fostering a close teacher-student bond in a child-friendly environment. With a commitment to "Learning Imaginatively," the curriculum addresses academics and life skills based on individual achievement levels. Teachers utilize differentiated strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, focusing on foundational skills before progressing to subjects like English, Science, and Social Studies. Psycho-educational assessments provide valuable insights during intake, and NIOS subject training prepares students for Secondary and Senior Secondary Board examinations.

The Learning Centre for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a specialized school addressing the diverse needs of students at all ASD levels. Emphasizing a harmonious blend of academics and skill training, the focus is on fostering self-reliance. Varied learning approaches are employed, tailored to individual learning styles. Through detailed assessments, a personalized Individual Education Plan (IEP) is crafted and overseen by a team of adept Special Educators. The holistic approach extends beyond academics, incorporating extracurricular activities. Students aged 14 and above are guided to pursue the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) Secondary or Higher Secondary Examination.

This centre provides various facilities. Sahayika, a comprehensive pre-vocational skill training program for 14 to 18-year-olds, focuses on job work in manufacturing, corporate gift production, and handicrafts. Samyukt, initiated in 2018, strives to create a self-sustaining group of students and able-bodied individuals, generating products for the market. Skill training includes a Diploma in Bakery & Confectionery, weaving for fine motor skills development, computer training certificates, cutting, tailoring, dress-making for potential home-based work, paper bag production using semi-automatic machines, and flour and masala production emphasizing hygiene and safe practices.

The IE Programme, a unique educational method developed by psychologist Reuven Feuerstein, emphasizes the often-overlooked skill of learning how to learn and thinking about thinking. Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment (FIE) is a cognitive intervention program featuring specially designed pencil-and-paper tasks. These tasks, mediated in various settings, focus on developing different cognitive skills and creating structured conditions for learners to engage in systematic problem-solving. FIE taps into individuals' latent intellectual capabilities, fostering a process-based approach to enhance their ability to understand and elaborate on information.

Occupational Therapy (OT), an allied health service, involves collaboration with professionals like Physiotherapists, Speech Therapists, Audiologists, social workers, and assistive technology practitioners. OT addresses gross and fine motor skills, visual perception, muscle strength, cognitive skills, and daily living activities, employing a sensory integration (SI) approach. This method exposes the child to sensory experiences like touch, movement, and more. OT tackles issues such as activity levels, coordination problems, organisational skills, self-concept, speech delay, and academic achievements in a meaningful and enjoyable manner. Continuous intervention, involving parents and teachers, ensures ongoing support for children with ASD and SLD.