Vatsalya School for Mentally Challenged Children - MASK

J. P. Pardiwala "VATSALYA" School for Special Children

AIM: To educate, train, restore & rehabilitate mentally and/or multiple disability children in the society with equality

Introduction: This is a special school for mentally challenged children. It started in 2001 January, in two rooms in blood bank building with 8 students. School came to its present existance with land donation from Shri Jatinbhai Desai(Balda) in the name of his father Shri Ravindranath Desai(in whose name this campus is), and significant donaction from Shri Ratansha Damanwala through Shri Jeshangirji Pestonji Pardiwala Charity Trust, Mumbai. At present 72 children are studying in the school. (Pickup and Door facilities by school from their door step and sent back in school bus after various teaching activities by specialized teachers depending upon their IQ Level). Besides, full time physiotherapist help needy students to undergo various exercise needs. Daily nutritious snacks / mini lunch is also provided to students.

Fee structure is very nominal and most of the students so far have been given partial or full free ship. Our endeavour will be put them back in society with independence and dignity. Visit to this school often gives oneself a new dimension of life.

Special Charactristics of School: Pariticipation of these Children : Sp. Olympic, Competition of Drawing, Indian Cultural Program and in different festivals providing inspiration to children. Also they are visiting public bus stand, railway station, post office, bank etc. for getting practical knowledge and mentally development to children.