The Founding of SKILD
SKILD Center began as a special education program within the classrooms of Beirut Baptist School (BBS). As educators worked closely with students with learning difficulties, they recognized a greater mission—to extend specialized support beyond the school walls and into the wider community.
The journey to positively impact students across Lebanon started with a search for broader assessment and support services for children, teachers, and families. This need became deeply personal for the CEO of LSESD, whose own son faced years of undiagnosed learning challenges. His experience highlighted the gap in available services in Lebanon and strengthened the vision for an organization dedicated to ensuring that no child is left without the support they need.
In March 2011, SKILD (Smart Kids with Individual Learning Differences) Center was founded to bridge this gap. Since then, it has been committed to equipping children, families, and educators with the resources to foster inclusive learning environments and advocate for the rights of children with special needs.
