The SPED schools run different programmes catering to distinct disability groups of children who are unable to benefit from mainstream schooling.
Special education is also available at two commercially run special education centres. .
Information relating to Special Education . . Ministry of Education 1998 Ministry of Education, Singapore Kay Siang Road, Singapore 248922 . SPED schools provide specially customised educational programmes and training for different disability groups. The programmes are aimed at developing pupils to their fullest potential and helping them to grow up with confidence to become independent, self-supporting and contributing members of society. Besides receiving classroom instructions conducted by the teachers, pupils also receive help and training from paramedical professionals such as psychologists, speech therapists, physiotherapists and social workers. .