The Gateway School Of Mumbai
Sion-Trombay Road, Next to Deonar Bus Depot, Diagonally opposite TISS, Govandi (E), Mumbai - 400088 · Mumbai · Maharashtra
If you’re a parent looking for a school that truly understands children with learning differences, The Gateway School of Mumbai is one you’ll want to know about. This is not a typical mainstream school — it’s a thoughtfully designed, therapy-integrated environment that focuses on helping each child learn at their own pace.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE / IGCSE), NIOS, adaptive programmes
- Classes
- Lower School (7–11 yrs), Middle School (11–14 yrs), High School & Post-Secondary (14–21 yrs)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No – day school only
- Founded
- 2012
- Student–teacher ratio
- Estimated overall ratio ~1:2.3 (based on 56 teachers and ~129 students)
- Students
- Around 120–130 (FY 2024–25, as per Bodani Foundation report)
Staff
Co-Principals: Dr. Radhika Misquitta (PhD, Special Education) and Manika Khanna; multidisciplinary team including speech, occupational, and physical therapists, job coaches, and coordinators for IGCSE, NIOS, and sportsSummary for the Parent
Overview
The Gateway School of Mumbai is a specialized, non-profit school that blends academics with therapy and life skills. It’s ideal for children who need individualized attention and structured support in a nurturing environment.
Best suited for
Verbal learners aged 7+ with mild to moderate learning differences.
Children who benefit from integrated therapy and small-group learning.
Older students preparing for vocational or transition programs.
Strengths
Highly qualified multidisciplinary team.
Excellent therapy and sensory facilities.
Flexible academic pathways (IGCSE, NIOS, adaptive programs).
Warm, inclusive culture.
Strong focus on life skills and independence.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Limited capacity and selective admissions.
Fee transparency and inclusions need clarification.
Some variability in teacher consistency.
Not suitable for non-verbal or severely impaired learners.
Communication from admin can be slow.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request a detailed, dated fee schedule.
Ask about class size and adult-to-student ratios.
Meet the assigned therapists and teachers.
Review a sample IEP and progress tracking method.
Clarify waiting list and admission timelines.
Closing
Different schools work for different families. To understand if The Gateway School of Mumbai is the right school for your child, see https://www.thecuriousparent.com/how-to-select-a-school.
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