✅ General FAQs

1. What is So-Hum Smiles and where is it located in Gurgaon?
So-Hum Smiles is a leading special education school and therapy center located in Nanakheri near Delhi-Gurgaon toll and close to Sobha City, Dwarka Expressway, Sector 108, Gurgaon. We offer a range of specialized services including special education school, early intervention, occupational therapy, speech therapy, vocational training, and individualized special education for children and young adults with developmental needs.

2. Is So-Hum Smiles a special school or an inclusive school in Dwarka Expressway Gurgaon?
We function as both a special school and an inclusive therapy center, depending on each child’s functional needs. Our environment is structured, therapeutic, and nurturing for children with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, and learning delays.

3. What age group does So-Hum Smiles cater to for special education and therapy?
We serve children and young adults from 2 years onwards, depending on developmental level and functional ability. Our programs are tailored to early intervention, school readiness, functional education, and vocational skill-building.

🧠 Special Education FAQs

4. What curriculum does So-Hum Smiles follow for special education in Gurgaon?
We follow a customized functional curriculum aligned with each child’s cognitive and adaptive needs. It incorporates academic readiness, communication, life skills, and social development, supported by an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). We use theme of the week, practical lessons, daily OT and Speech sessions within the school time in groups.

5. Can children with autism or Down syndrome attend So-Hum Smiles special school?
Yes, we support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Down syndrome, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Each program is adapted to their learning style, behavior profile, and developmental goals.

🧩 Occupational Therapy FAQs

6. What is occupational therapy and how can it help children with special needs in Gurgaon?
Occupational therapy (OT) helps children develop fine motor skills, sensory regulation, attention, and independence in daily life. At So-Hum Smiles, our Gurgaon-based OT sessions are child-centered and aim to improve overall functioning in both home and school environments.

7. Does So-Hum Smiles offer sensory integration therapy?
Yes, we provide sensory integration therapy for children with sensory processing difficulties, common in autism and ADHD. Our sensory room is designed to regulate and enhance sensory responses to improve learning and behavior.

🗣️ Speech and Language Therapy FAQs

8. Do you provide speech therapy for non-verbal children or children with autism?
Absolutely. Our speech-language pathologists work with non-verbal children using AAC methods, PECS, sign language, and structured speech programs to build expressive and receptive communication.

9. Can speech delay be treated at your speech therapy center in Gurgaon?
Yes. We provide early speech and language intervention for toddlers and school-aged children with delays. Our therapy focuses on vocabulary building, sentence structure, social communication, and articulation.

🎯 Early Intervention FAQs

10. What is early intervention and why is it important for developmental delays?
Early intervention is a targeted program for children below age 6 who show signs of developmental delays. It includes speech therapy, OT, behavior modification, and play-based learning to improve core skills during the brain’s most critical growth phase.

11. Does So-Hum Smiles offer early intervention programs for autism and speech delay?
Yes, our early intervention program in Dwarka Expressway is designed for children with autism, ADHD, sensory delays, and speech concerns. It includes assessments and therapy plans under one roof.

💼 Vocational Training FAQs

12. What vocational training programs are offered at So-Hum Smiles?
We offer pre-vocational training in areas like craftwork, computer skills, packaging, baking, sorting, and retail skills. These programs help teens and young adults with special needs build independence and employability. When the group is ready we move them to our sheltered vocational skill building module.

13. At what age can children start vocational training at So-Hum Smiles?
Our vocational program is open to individuals aged 14 and above, depending on functional readiness. We also offer pre-vocational training for younger students to prepare them gradually.