About Tamanna School
Tamanna School for the Specially Abled is a JSW Foundation initiative established in 2008 at the OP Jindal Complex, Toranagallu, Vijayanagar, Karnataka. It is the only school in the region exclusively dedicated to children with special needs, serving students from across the Bellary district and surrounding rural areas.
The school follows an individualised, therapy-integrated model of education — ensuring every student receives an education plan tailored to their unique abilities, interests, and goals. Tamanna is committed to nurturing children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Learning Disabilities in a safe, empowering, and joyful environment.
From its founding with just 4 students, Tamanna has grown to a community of over 100 learners, supported by trained special educators, physiotherapists, speech therapists, and a dedicated support team.
Who We Admit
Tamanna School welcomes children with the following conditions. Admissions are made without discrimination on the basis of caste, religion, gender, economic background, severity of disability, or IQ level. Our goal is to serve every child who can benefit from a structured, therapeutic education environment.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Non-verbal & verbal autism Asperger syndrome ASD with associated ADHD All levels of the spectrum | Cerebral Palsy Spastic, athetoid, ataxic CP Diplegia / hemiplegia / quadriplegia CP with communication challenges Multiple disabilities including CP | Down Syndrome Trisomy 21 Associated intellectual disability Down syndrome with ASD traits All functional levels | Learning Disabilities Dyslexia & dysgraphia Dyscalculia Slow learners / mild ID Global developmental delay |
ℹ️ Note on Inclusive Admissions In keeping with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, Tamanna School does not deny admission to any child on grounds of disability. Every child with a benchmark disability between 6 and 18 years has the right to free education in a school of their choice. Children from economically weaker sections are given priority consideration for fee concessions. |
Age Criteria & Eligibility
Age Range Tamanna School accepts students between the ages of 5 and 18 years. Early enrolment (from age 5) is strongly encouraged, as early childhood intervention is one of the most powerful factors in improving long-term outcomes for children with special needs. No Minimum IQ Requirement Tamanna does not set minimum IQ or functional ability thresholds. Children of all cognitive levels are considered for admission. The school's individualised approach is designed to meet children wherever they are on their developmental journey. | Eligibility Criteria
Children from rural families and low-income backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. |
The Admissions Process
We have designed the admissions journey to be warm, transparent, and stress-free for families. We understand that for many parents, approaching a special school may be an emotional and unfamiliar experience — our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
1 Enquiry Call, email, or walk in to express interest and ask any questions | 2 Application Form Collect and submit the Admission Application Form with basic details | 3 Document Submission Submit required documents (see checklist below) | 4 Initial Consultation Meet with our team to discuss your child's history, needs, and goals |
5 Child Assessment Multi-disciplinary evaluation by our special educators and therapists | 6 IETP Planning Individualised Education and Therapy Plan designed in consultation with parents | 7 Admission Confirmed Enrolment formalised; child joins the Tamanna family! |
Fee Structure and Concessions
Tamanna School is committed to ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent any child from accessing quality education. As an initiative of JSW Foundation — a not-for-profit trust — Tamanna operates with a social mandate to serve all children, including those from low-income and rural families.
Tamanna does not charge any fee to its student. Education is completely free for all children irrespective of age, class or grade.
Rolling Admissions Policy We accept applications throughout the year. If your child misses the primary season window, please contact us — we will do our best to accommodate families at any point during the academic year based on seat availability. | |