Welcome To Sunrise Learning
EMPOWERING SPECIAL LIVES TOWARDS INDEPENDENCE AND DIGNITY.
INCLUSION IS THE WAY AHEAD
Emotional Regulation Course
SUNRISE LEARNING
Special School for persons with Autism & other special needs, for ages 2 years to 40+ years
Sunrise Learning Foundation welcomes you and your family to ‘SUNRISE LEARNING’ – Outreach Support and Centre for Autism and Special Needs.
Our mandate is to look for the unique interests and strengths of a person on the spectrum and channelise that interest for his/her education and skill development.
We work to create a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Intellectual and Physical well-being of our students. Our focus is on using the right modules and tools to empower them with knowledge, education and skills to learn and become self- dependent.
The team of educators, therapists, teachers, specialists providing skill training & education, as part of the special schooling, are Autism Specialist, Psychologists, Special Educators, Qualified Academic Teachers, AAC therapists, Computer ICT educators, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists & Consultant Paediatrician.
With systems for assessments and technology-aided programs for early intervention, early learning center, pre-vocational skill training, speech and motor skill therapies, activities of daily living, computer education, NIOS education, vocational courses for employable skills, Sports Academy (registered with Special Olympics Bharat) and multidisciplinary activities like yoga, dance, music, app-based communication and art, we endeavour to create resources to empower parents to help their specially abled ward grow to his/her full potential.
Besides the direct trainings at the Noida center, most of our student and parents empowerment programs are offered on online platforms also, both as paid and free trainings.
It’s our endeavour to enable our students live with independence and dignity in an inclusive world.
Meet the Founder
Dr. Sonali Kataria Sirohi
Dr Sonali Kataria Sirohi is a “special” parent and Head of Sunrise Learning, Outreach Support & Center for Autism & Special Needs.
Born and brought up in a family of doctors, my basic education is medical graduation, followed by an MD from AIIMS in Anatomy, with Neuroscience as my specialization.
She has done a series of professional trainings including the Son-Rise Program (USA), Stem cell Therapy project from University of Melbourne (AUS), several Teacher Training programs (in autism and related conditions) after her MD and residency, which helped her shape her present status of educational empowerment.
Autism awareness talk: Dr Sonali invited as guest for a talk about empowerment of persons with disabilities at Dr Subhash Chandra Show August 2017
Children on the autism spectrum can excel if given the right kind of training, a story on Zee News
Beauty of autism, narrated by Dr Sonali, on Autism Awareness Day 2016
Latest Achievements of Sunrise Learning
Achievements are always a great source of motivation for us. It boosts out team to keep our spirits high and serve the cause more responsibly..
KTK OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION 2021
NATIONAL SCHOOL AWARD 2021 BEST SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN, UTTAR PRADESH
THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LIONS CLUB- DEDICATED TEACHERS
Other Recognitions
Tulsabai Somani Educational Trust Award 2010 (Indian Association of Neurosciences 2010)
Received scholarship for attending “Advanced course on Neurobiology of Autism”, 2012, at Neuroscience School of Advanced Studies (NSAS), Italy.
Received scholarship for attending “Start-up Son-Rise Program” 2014 for Autism, at Option Institute, Sheffield, MA, USA
Nominated for “Rashtriya Gaurav Puraskar” 2014
Nominated for Sofy Women’s Awards in Social Excellence category 2015 (conducted by Zee News)
19th Stree Shakti Award 2018 (Gantavya Sansthan), awarded by Shri Sunil Shastri (s/o Late Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri) for remarkable work in the field of women empowerment
PNI achievers award 2018 for outstanding work in the field of empowerment of persons with special needs.
International School Award 2019 at Dubai (Amity University), for phenomenal parental engagement
FOREVER STAR AWARDS (Superwoman of the year 2020), for social empowerment achievements for doctors
MASTER TRAINER for AUTISM AWARE NUTRITIONIST series of JANUARY & JULY 2021
RECEIVED “BHARAT SHIKSHA GAURAV PURASKAR” on 17th July 2021
Received NATIONAL SCHOOL AWARD 2021, for BEST SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION in UP
What does Sunrise Learning offers
Via special education, children with multiple disabilities learn how to live an independent life, something which comes naturally to normal children, has to be taught to children with multiple disabilities.
This is created for each Child where teaching strategies are customised to the child’s need. No two children has the same form of disability thus individualisation is important to achieve learning results.
In India, the time lag between identification and intervention is almost two years – thus children with MDVI lose years of early development, which are foundational to success in school and life.
It aims at helping the mother understand the unique learning styles of the child with autism. This enables the mother to teach the child new skills and help him/her generalize learnt skills in the environment using the most appropriate teaching strategies.
Multiple therapies
The goal of the therapies is to rehabilitate the child thereby maximizing their potential to move closer to their developmental milestone.
Therapies help a child with multiple disability to achieve their goals in visual, cognitive, social/emotional, communicative and physical development.
The team assesses each child and develops goals for them in each area.
As Child with special needs requires a multidisciplinary team to optimise a child’s development.
There are few employment opportunities for people with disabilities and parents struggle with how to keep there child occupied throughout the days, weeks and months.
If the right amount of support is provided, irrespective of the nature of the employment, most people with autism would be successful active members in their work place.
This program of Sunrise Learning caters to those adults who may seek work in the open employment, but, may need ‘on the job’ training to help them prepare for the same.
Parents face a lot of emotional stress, frustration and fatigue when they have a child with special needs.
They also do not know how to help their child in their development. They cannot manage their behavior and do not have the necessary skills to teach them basic things at home.
Sunrise Learning provide Social & emotional support. counselling services, facilitating linkage to governmental schemes, training on how to take care of your Child, support getting disability certificates and much more.
We also advocate the needs of children with special needs to healthcare providers and run awareness program in school, colleges, Public places and corporates – providing a glimpse of the life lived by children with multiple disabilities.
At Sunrise Learning, we celebrate the Special Days dedicated to our cause – inviting all stakeholders to participate and celebrate the unique joy that each child with Sunrise team brings to the world.
Happy Parents with Sunrise Learning !!
Happy parents are our true motivation. We are happy to bring smiles to there face.
We Know
You need assistance for your special Child!
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Be a support partner for persons with special needs with Sunrise Learning Foundation. Welcome to our small microcosm to share the miracles that happen here every day and help our students to achieve everything that they’re working so hard for.
Sunrise Learning Foundation is a non-profit organization that is dedicated towards providing EMPLOYMENT, EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATION for persons with special needs & under-privileged children. Take a moment out to make a difference.
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FAQ about Autism
Most frequent questions and answers
Autism, often known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a complex condition that affects both behaviour and communication. It may feature a variety of signs and abilities. ASD might be a very minor issue or a handicap requiring full-time care in a specialised setting.
Autism sufferers experience communication issues. They struggle to comprehend the thoughts and emotions of others. They find it difficult to express themselves as a result, whether through gestures, facial expressions, touch, or speech.
Common Signs of autism in children are:-
- not answering when called by name.
not making eye contact. - unwilling to smile when you do.
- being really offended if they don’t enjoy a particular taste, smell, or sound.
- Such actions as flapping their hands, flicking their fingers, or rocking their bodies are repeated.
- not conversing as much as other kids.
With the right educational and behavioural strategies, mild autism can be reversed. A person with autism has a developmental condition that impacts how they interact with others, how they relate to them, and how they perceive their environment. Autism is a lifelong disability.
A neurological and developmental condition known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has an impact on how people connect with others, communicate, learn, and conduct. Autism is classified as a “developmental condition” since symptoms often occur in the first two years of life, even though it can be diagnosed at any age.
A sensitive and skilled doctor or clinician must carefully examine the patientersson, inquire about the his/her development from the family, and then objectively apply established diagnostic criteria to make the diagnosis of autism. Medical or genetic testing to identify autism do not exist.
Applied Behavior Analysis, Parent-Child Interaction, Relationship Development Intervention, Play Therapy, and others are some of the therapies available for autism at home. With the help of these strategies, parents may encourage positive behaviours, foster social contact, and impart practical life skills to their kids.