Mentally handicapped section
This section of the school caters to the needs
of children who are diagnosed as being mentally handicapped
as measured on an intelligence test.
IBP staff is specially trained to address
the needs of children with various problems such as:
Down’s Syndrome.
Autism
Cerebral Palsy
Brain damage due to illness or injury
Attention Deficit Disorders
Hyper Kinetic Syndrome
Epilepsy or convulsive seizures
Academics:
As per the ability of the child, one language
and basic mathematical skills are taught.
Others work on the improvement of cognitive skills, fine motor
development, gross motor skills, self help skills, personal and
social skills, and language and communication.
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Cognitive development: |
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The development of all types of mental activities,
and functions,
Including perception, attention, memory, imagery developmental
processes and problem solving. |
| ii.
Fine motor development: |
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The development of skills involving the use
of hands, and fingers,
manipulating them in a controlled fashion and using both hand
cooperatively. |
| iii.
Gross motor development: |
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The development of control over the larger muscles
of the body,
With special emphasis on developing muscle strength, energy
balance and poise.
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Self help skills: |
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These include the skills necessary for independent
functioning,
such as feeding, bathroom training, washing and dressing. |
| v.
Personal & Social skills: |
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Activities used to teach new skills and concepts
that promote social
behavior and interaction. |
| vi.
Language skills: |
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Development of the ability to understand and
use words and
sentences in meaningful communication. |
Vocations:
Extensive vocational training is offered to
each child, so that he can become economically self-sufficient
and lead an independent life.
Vocations taught include:
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Envelop making |
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Carpet weaving |
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Stain glass painting |
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Block printing |
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Catering |
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Book binding |
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Laundry |
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Cooking |
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Sorting & packing |
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Arts & Crafts |
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Candle making |
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Wood polishing |
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Stitching & Embroidery |
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House keeping |
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