Spitskop Special Needs School opened its doors on the 11th February 2013. The school is situated in Thabazimbi and is the first of its kind in the Waterberg District. It is a non-profit organization (NPO), with Section 18A status and is B-BBEE certified. The school provides care, stimulation and education for children with pervasive developmental disorders, such as Autism, Down’s syndrome, Epilepsy, Brain damage, Cerebral Palsy, learning barriers and other problems that affect normal development. The school aims to tackle these uniquely challenged children’s problems holistically. Besides cognitive and academic stimulation, we spend a lot of time outdoors. We provide two nutritionally balanced meals per day. The school also provide physical therapy in well-equipped Physical Therapy room. We take pride in our one-on-one programme, learn through play and educational games that addresses specific development problems. Part of the skills development program is Kitchen Activities, where the basic skills of cooking as well as kitchen safety are implemented.