Special education is a modified programme which involves some unique tools, techniques and research efforts in improving instructional arrangements to meet the individual needs of exceptional children. The goals of special education are similar to the educational goals for neurotypical children; only the techniques for attaining them are different. This programme is based on the principles of special education which state that the school will provide a continuum of services to meet individual needs of students in the least restrictive environment which may vary from year to year and semester to semester.
Delhi Public School, Sushant Lok strives to provide emotional and behavioural support for the different needs that children present in school as well as at home. Counselling for children with neurodivergence opens safe spaces for them to connect with other adult(s) outside of family who could help them with their daily life struggles. Through behavioural counselling, we are able to help the children and their families in developing social, emotional and coping skills. We engage children through play and talk and assist them to bring out their innate ability to connect thereby enhancing to build their social skills outside of the classroom. We include parents also in this step as they are the best judge of their child’s progress and it also helps them support their children better. The school works together with the Anchor Department- Special educator, counsellor, teachers and parents to foster a growth-oriented environment for the children.
Delhi Public School Sushant Lok is at the forefront in promoting sensitization training for children with special needs, to each one of its stakeholders- be it parents, students or teachers. The school has an Inclusion Policy to ensure fair conduct towards each individual. Workshops are held on a regular basis to warrant awareness, such as Autism Awareness Workshop for Teachers, Identification and Intervention of Children with Special Needs, Conscious Parenting, Mentoring and Bonding Better with Students for Teachers. The needs of the differently abled are discussed constructively during regular classes with other class students to help them empathise with and support students with special needs.