Our Story

Founded in August 2025 in Gelioya, Sri Lanka, Nurture Nest Centre for Special Needs offers individualized education, therapy and family support for children with diverse abilities — grounded in dignity, evidence and compassion.

Our Mission

Fostering an inclusive world with dignity

To provide individualized, evidence-based education and therapeutic support for children with diverse abilities — integrating Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy with compassionate, family-centred guidance so every child reaches their fullest potential.

Our Vision

"We envision a world where differently abled individuals with diverse abilities live with dignity and self-respect, enjoying the same rights and opportunities as every other citizen."

Rooted in Purpose

Nurture Nest Centre for Special Needs was established in August 2025 in Gelioya, Sri Lanka, under the leadership of Dr. Farzana Ghouse. Unlike the conventional group-based model commonly seen in Sri Lanka, the Centre was built around each child's unique strengths and needs — combining specialized education with Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in a safe, child-centred environment.

Dr. Farzana Ghouse

Founding Director — MA Inclusive & Special Needs Teaching, PGD Montessori Teacher Training, NLP Certified, IBT Trainee

Building a safe, nurturing space

The Centre continues to grow through thoughtful spaces, hands-on support and a commitment to helping every child thrive with dignity, confidence and belonging.

Dr. Farzana Ghouse

Founding Director — MA Inclusive & Special Needs Teaching, PGD Montessori Teacher Training, NLP Certified, IBT Trainee

Frequently Asked Questions

The process begins with an individual consultation with Dr. Farzana for early assessment and identification, followed by an Individualized Activity Plan and one-to-one intervention sessions. Contact us on +94 77 242 6886 or nurturenestcentre@gmail.com to schedule your assessment.

We offer one-to-one intervention sessions, individual consultations, early assessment and identification, Occupational Therapy, a weekly visit from a Physical Trainer, weekend workshops, and parent & teacher training. Additional therapists (Speech, Physio, Behaviour) are being added in the coming months. For more details please contact us.

Fees vary based on the level of intervention and frequency of sessions required. A transparent fee structure is shared during the initial consultation and concessions are available for families in need. For more details please contact us on +94 77 242 6886.

Donations can be made via bank transfer to: Change Makers Charity (Guarantee) Limited – Fund for Special Needs Children, Peoples Bank (Peradeniya Branch), Account No. 057100180044349, Swift Code 00057. Visit our Donate page for the full details and to upload your transaction slip.