Learn & Conquer

A supportive environment for special education, where every learner's journey is celebrated.

About
Welcome to Futura Special School, where every learner's unique learning needs are embraced and supported.

As a public school catering to learners with special educational needs, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.

At Futura Special School, we recognize that not all educational journeys follow a traditional path, and we are committed to offering a tailored learning programme designed specifically for learners with moderate to severe intellectual challenges.

We offer a differentiated curriculum (DCAPS) for learners aged 7 to 12 years and the Technical Occupational (TOC) Curriculum for learners aged 13 years and up.

These curricula ensure that learning is fully accessible and meaningful for our learners, focusing on functional content aligned with their age, interests, and aptitudes.Join us in empowering every learner to reach their fullest potential and become active participants in society.
Fees
Our school fees are currently as follows: 
- Severely Intellectually Disabled (SID) learners - R6,000 
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) learners - R7,000. 

Please note that fees for 2026 have not yet been determined. 
Enrolments
Our school caters to learners with severe intellectual disabilities and learners on the autism spectrum. 

Placement in special schools is managed by the District-Based Support Team (DBST), and this process must be initiated by the School-Based Support Team (SBST) of your child’s current school. The DBST will assess your child and determine the most appropriate placement. 

Following confirmation of your child’s eligibility for a school such as ours, you may proceed to submit a request for placement at our school to the Johannesburg Central District.

Events

Past Events

TitleDateLocation
Annual General Meeting08 Nov 202550 Leipoldt Street, Ridgeway, Johannesburg South, South Africa
Autism Walk 202512 Apr 202550 Leipoldt Street, Ridgeway, Johannesburg South, South Africa

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  • 50 Leipoldt Street, Ridgeway, Johannesburg South, South Africa