Swabodhini Charitable Trust

Swabodhini offers accredited vocational courses in Computer Skills, Retail Skills, and Culinary Skills, each spanning 12 months, with students receiving certificates from Guru Nanak College upon completion. The Swayam Shoppe, a retail grocery outlet, stands as Swabodhini's visionary project for retail skill training. The unique teaching style integrates real-life settings, enhancing students' communication and socialization skills. In the field of Computer Skills, the focus is on training administrative assistants, recognizing the evolving role of technology in modern offices. Similarly, the introduction of culinary skill training has garnered positive responses from both parents and students, providing practical experience in preparing various food items.

Swabodhini's Special Education program is a tailored instructional syllabus designed for students aged 5 to 25 with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other intellectual disabilities. Utilizing key strategies, the program employs structured teaching, focusing on physical organisation, schedules, routines, work systems, and task organisation. Visual supports enhance play, social interaction, and reduce self-injury behaviours. The Picture Exchange Communication System aids non-verbal communication, while the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a personalized blueprint involving input from parents and assessments by a multidisciplinary team, ensuring optimal educational plans for each student.

Occupational Therapy & Physical Training evaluations at the centre involve clinical observations, parent and educator interviews, standardized testing, and assessments to gauge age-appropriate play and developmental skills. Customized treatment plans are created based on these evaluations, addressing each child's specific needs and goals. Therapy sessions, conducted in the gym or neighbourhood playground, aim to make activities enjoyable for children, enhancing their learning experience. By providing the right challenges, these sessions boost self-esteem, motivating children to attempt similar activities confidently across various settings. The focus is on optimizing their potential in daily activities like play, ADL, and motor skills.

Tailoring individual yoga programs for each child, the instructor at Swabodhini ensures a personalized approach considering the unique needs of every autistic child or those with special needs. These programs, consisting of asanas, pranayama, and yoga nidra, are conducted regularly in a friendly and enjoyable manner. Parents have witnessed significant positive changes, including improved calmness, better sleep, increased attention span, and enhanced overall health. The evaluation process involves observing behaviour, understanding cognition levels, assessing sensory perceptions, and considering health issues. Expert teachers recommend specific practices from the Bihar School of Yoga Tradition for optimal outcomes.

Experiential learning integrates visual, auditory, and hands-on approaches, fostering self-directed student participation for enhanced comprehension. Teachers, combining this with practical experience, break down concepts into structured steps, facilitating easier mastery and supporting independent learning skills. Through active engagement, students efficiently process content, increasing comprehension and retention. Swabodhini incorporates experiential learning into the curriculum, providing real-life experiences related to classroom knowledge. Structured monthly sessions involve visits to various places, labs, and locations, fostering practical understanding of concepts like public transport, social behavior, shopping skills, and historical facts.