Educating those with special needs is the core of special education. This involves specific methodologies adapted and designed to the needs and capabilities of those who seek it. Special education enables individuals with self-sustaining abilities which may not be achievable in a typical classroom setting.

Common special needs include learning disabilities (such as dyslexia), communication disorders, emotional and behavioral disorders (such as ADHD and ADD), physical disabilities (such as Brittle Bone Disease, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Bifida, and Frederich’s Ataxia), and developmental disabilities (such as autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disability).

Remedial education is also administered for students who may not have special needs but who are unable to cope up with age appropriate learning.