About Us

Our Chairperson, Mrs. Dhanya Ponnamma, portrays the spirit of perseverance and dedication that drives our mission at Devdan Foundation.......... (Read More)

At the core of our organization stands Mr. Uthappa Ballachanda, our Executive Manager, whose strong vision and mission drive us forward. His... (Read More)

At the helm of our organization is Mr. Kotera Devaiah, a truly dynamic individual whose energy seems like a never-ending life source. His presence .... (Read More)

A highly accomplished and experienced IT Professional with more than a decade of experience who is also a certified Special Educator...(Read More)

At the heart of the Devdan Foundation Learning Centre's success is Mr. Shashank Rai, one of our dedicated administrators. His unwavering ............... (Read More)

Our Assistant Manager, Mr. Hrithvik Appaiah Ballachanda, embodies the essence of dedication and hard work. He is not just a diligent.......... (Read More)

“In the classroom of special minds, we paint the world with colors of wings."

“Until you have a kid with special needs you have no idea of the depth of your strength, tenacity and resourcefulness.”

"A child with special needs will inspire you to be a special person."

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On behalf of the Devdan foundation learning centre, I would like to welcome you to our website whether you’re a parent, educational consultant, therapist or prospective employee, I hope you’ll find our website informative and take the opportunity to know more about our school community. Over 18 years ago, Dhanya Ponnamma Uthappa (Chairperson) was working in Beautiful Gate Special School, Mysore where she saw boys and girls who struggled in traditional academics settings could find the safety and support to meet their full potential. That same vision is what drew her to start a school for special children and she began working on it and finally 10 years ago, the school Devdan (God’s Gift) was started. Today as a Director (Devdan Foundation Charitable Trust, Mysore), I’m proud of the tradition of excellence we continue to deliver to our students and families. Our school’s philosophy is founded on nurturing relationship-based approach that focuses on the individual social, emotional and academic needs of each student.

This philosophy is reflected on our culture of dignity, respect, service and our commitment to developing strong minds and characters. From the moment you arrive on our campus located just 1kms from the Mysore City Centre, it is clear that our priority is to foster a safe and welcoming environment. We believe that this environment is a key component of student’s success. Our facilities has seen many changes in the past years, resulting in a new academic centre library, therapy support rooms, and many other subjects. Our staff represent the foundation of our programme. Through their passion and their engagement our staff provides professional care necessary for our students in supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. Our goal is not only to help students become competent learners, but also independent, vital members of their families, home and communities. “What makes Devdan school standout is the vision, created more than a decade ago has developed into a tradition of excellence. ” This vision creates distinct difference that is reflected in our school community, our staff, students and the families who work side by side with us. It is what who we are today.

Our Mission

Our Vision

At Devdan Special School, our mission is to empower every student with special needs to achieve their fullest potential by providing a supportive, inclusive, and individualized educational environment. We are dedicated to fostering a nurturing community where each child is encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Through personalized learning strategies, innovative teaching practices, and collaborative partnerships with families, we aim to build confidence, independence, and lifelong success for our students.

• To provide early identification and intervention services to enhance skills.

• To empower the family through training programs and to implement home-

based training by involving the family.

• To provide community-based learning to participate in community life and

use community services.

• To rehabilitate the individuals in their communities by training them to earn

their livelihood.

• To promote inclusive education.

• To create awareness in the community on various aspects of disability and

the rights of persons with disabilities.

• To advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities.

• To research various areas of disabilities and contribute to empowering and

rehabilitating persons with disabilities.

Empower every special child to be an independent, productive citizen through early intervention and training and create an inclusive community where all individuals live with respect and dignity.”

Our vision at Devdan Special School is to be a leading center of excellence in special education, renowned for our commitment to inclusive, innovation, and holistic development. We envision a future where every student, regardless of their abilities or challenges are given as tools and opportunities to thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities. By embracing diversity and celebrating each child’s unique journey, we strive to create a world where all individuals are valued and empowered to reach their highest potential by being independent is our motto.

Devdan Foundation Learning Centre

Regd. DDWO/MYS/41/2024-25

#1, Convent Road, Lashkar Mohalla,

Mysore, Karnataka - 570001

+91 8762902960 | 9008509850

foundationdevdan@gmail.com

School Timings

School Hours

Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 3:pm

Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

Lunchtime 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm