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Special Friends is a special school and vocational training center that provides OBE (Open Basic Education) under NIOS for eligible children. We focus on education, therapy, and skill development to help each child reach their fullest potential.

Office hours are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. School hours are 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, six days a week (excluding official holidays).

Admissions are open throughout the year. A child can enroll on any day of the month for the school program.

We follow OBE (Open Basic Education) under NIOS, offered only to children who meet eligibility criteria. Along with academics, we focus on communication, social, and daily living skills.

Our teaching is rooted in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and visual, auditory, and sensory learning approaches.

We conduct IQ, physical, and emotional ability assessments to plan each child’s individual education and therapy path.

There are 8 children per teacher, supported by one class assistant, therapists, and a music teacher for all eligible students.

We provide Speech, Occupational, Visual, Audio, Vocational, and other customized therapies depending on each child’s requirement.

We observe each child, assess their needs, and design individualized therapy plans. We also provide external consultations and parental counselling to ensure continued support at home.

Yes. For children under 6 years, we follow an hourly restroom routine to build consistency and independence.

Parent–Teacher Meetings are conducted every three months, and parents receive ongoing updates about their child’s progress.

Our school is built with safety in mind. It’s fully enclosed with protective grills and barriers, creating a secure environment for all children.

All classrooms, therapy rooms, and restrooms are sanitized daily, with strict hygiene and cleanliness practices followed by staff and students.

Pre-vocational training begins between 15–18 years, and vocational training is for 18 years and above, depending on abilities.

Yes. For students who complete vocational training successfully, we assist with suitable job placement opportunities.

Yes. We focus on communication, emotional regulation, and social integration to support each child’s overall development.