Sunrise Learning Special School

Sunrise Learning welcomes you and your family to a special school with an active-learning social environment. Its USP is the unique, secure and relaxed setting, where caring, sharing and cuddling are all significant parts of our daily activities. Sunrise Learning appreciates your confidence and trust, and hopes to partner with you and your family as we attempt to develop your ward ‘s Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Intellectual and Physical well-being along with you.

#OurPrinciples

Some of our principles and approaches are inspired by the Son-Rise Program (Autism Treatment Center of America, MA,

Just like any other person, even people with autism are on a continuum/ spectrum of being really interactive at one point of time in the day, and being very withdrawn or disconnected at another moment. And since Autism is a social-relational condition, many autistics tend to be more on the disconnected end of the spectrum, for more time. So, their social/ interactive state can be said to be towards the RED end of the spectrum, (when they are completely disconnected) OR towards GREEN end (when they are willing to interact). We utilize these RED & GREEN lights to respect the social state of mind of the student, INTERACT with them accordingly and train the parents to identify these lights. So during red lights, we can simply Join their world, to BOND, while during green lights, we can teach, learn, and play. That helps us in entering their bubble, inside their world. It is a way of accepting these people, with a non-judgmental attitude. And this approach helps to develop a stronger bond and connection between the teachers and the students, thus facilitating better learning outcomes.

#OurApproach

OUR APPROACH

Our Unique Value Proposition (USP): Lifespan Support for Neurodiverse Learners

At Sunrise Learning, our core strength lies in providing holistic, lifespan-based support for individuals with autism and other developmental challenges. Unlike conventional approaches that compartmentalize services across different stages and institutions, we offer a seamless continuum of care and education — all under one roof.

What a neurotypical individual typically receives through four distinct systems across their life — preschool, school, college, and professional training — a neurodiverse learner at Sunrise Learning experiences in an integrated, personalized journey that adapts to their pace, needs, and potential.

Continuum of Care

Our Lifespan Model:

Early Intervention (Ages 2–6): Equivalent to preschool, focusing on foundational skills, communication, and sensory regulation.

Special Schooling (Ages 4–10 & Ages 8–16): Targeted learning for early learners, and for Pre-Vocational programs – developmental progress through structured programs and individual educational plans, with Emphasis on life skills, functional academics, and open schooling to build grade-level competencies for holistic development.

Vocational Skill Training (Ages 14–18): Equivalent to college-level learning, this phase offers exposure to real-life skills in hospitality, retail, IT, arts & crafts, and other areas based on individual interests and strengths.

Employment & Livelihood Readiness (18+): Tailored pathways for job readiness, micro-enterprise creation, and supported employment — equivalent to professional certification or actual employment in the neurotypical world.

We do not follow a deficit-based model. Instead, our approach celebrates neurodiversity, fosters strengths, builds dignity, and promotes functional independence.

Our belief is simple yet powerful: Development should not be fragmented. A break or gap in the support system can lead to regression. That’s why our integrated model ensures continuity, predictability, and a sense of belonging throughout a learner’s journey — from early childhood to adulthood.

Our Principles

Some more principles that we use and follow at Sunrise Learning:

Core methodologies that guide our individualized support and learning environment

Structured Teaching & Visual Supports

Autistic & Special Needs people learn best through structured teaching methods, with visual supports. Therefore, schedules, labels (for clarity) and physical boundaries, clarity through pictures and visuals form an important part of our learning programs.

Routines & Transitions System

People with autism love routines and have difficulties with transitions. So, we follow a well-researched schedule & planner system, with a versatile yet comprehensive curriculum, for bringing out the best in our students.

Social Stories & Context Preparation

Autistics have difficulties in understanding context. Social stories are a great way to prepare them for different social contexts, and for small & big changes, and we use these customized stories to prepare them for every possible social situation.

#Programs

STUDENT PROGRAMS

Empowering each individual through holistic, lifespan-based developmental pathways

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Early Intervention (2-6 years)

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Group Intervention (5-10 years)

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Pre-Vocational Programs (8 to 16 years)

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Early Learning Center (4 to 10 years)

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Vocational Training Center (14 to 18+ years)

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Employment Readiness Training (18+ years)

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SATURDAY INTERVENTION PROGRAM

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SATURDAY SCHOOL

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Sunrise Learning Special School

Some of our principles and approaches are inspired by the Son-Rise Program (Autism Treatment Center of America, MA,