Adolescent Training at Aar-Tas International School Bangalore
Empowering Teens for Independence, Confidence & Real-World Readiness
At Aar-Tas International School, our Adolescent Training Program is thoughtfully designed to support teenagers with diverse learning needs as they transition into greater independence. We focus on building life skills, emotional maturity, social competence, and vocational readiness, helping adolescents navigate school, community, and future work environments with confidence.
Our program follows a child-centered, strength-based, and functional approach, integrating therapeutic support with practical, age-appropriate learning.
Key Focus Areas
We’re here to support your child’s journey — one milestone at a time. At Aar-Tas, every small step is a big win
Life Skills & Independence
- Personal hygiene and self-care routines
- Money concepts and basic financial awareness
- Time management and responsibility
- Community skills (shopping, travel awareness, safety)
Social & Emotional Development
- Peer interaction and relationship building
- Emotional awareness and regulation
- Coping strategies for stress and transitions
- Understanding social boundaries and expectations
Communication & Self-Advocacy
- Functional and expressive communication
- Asking for help and expressing needs appropriately
- Building confidence in social and community settings
Pre-Vocational & Vocational Skills
- Task completion and work endurance
- Following instructions and routines
- Job readiness skills (punctuality, teamwork, responsibility)
- Exposure to simple vocational tasks based on ability and interest
Academic & Functional Learning
- Functional academics (reading, writing, numeracy for daily use)
- Goal-oriented learning linked to real-life application
- Individualized educational goals based on assessments
Personal Growth & Well-Being
- Understanding body changes in an age-appropriate and respectful manner
- Developing self-esteem and positive self-identity
- Learning personal safety and body awareness
- Building healthy routines for physical and emotional well-being
Who Can Benefit From It?
This program is beneficial for:
- Children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities
- Students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Adolescents with learning difficulties
- Children with developmental delays
- Students who require support with emotional, behavioral, or social skills
The program is adapted to suit individual learning needs and developmental levels.
Key Features of Our Program
- Early and Preventive Approach
- Individualized Goal Setting
- Age-Appropriate and Sensitive Curriculum
- Focus on Emotional and Behavioral Regulation
- Life Skills and Independence Training
- Social Skills and Relationship Building
- Multidisciplinary Support
- Safe, Supportive, and Inclusive Environment
- Parent Guidance and Collaboration
Growing Together Through Personalized Support
We believe meaningful progress happens when personalised planning and strong partnerships come together. Our program includes:
Individualized Planning
Each adolescent receives an Individualized Education & Transition Plan (IETP) based on:
- Functional assessments
- Strengths, interests, and future goals
- Family inputs and collaboration
- Continuous progress monitoring
Family Collaboration
We strongly believe in parent partnership. Families are involved through:
- Regular progress reviews
- Parent training and guidance
- Transition planning discussions
- Generalization support in other environments