Special education foundation · Spain

Fundació Nen Déu

A foundation with more than 132 years of history supporting people with intellectual disabilities through a school, day program, occupational center, medical center, and residential care.

About Fundació Nen Déu

Education and lifelong support

Fundació Nen Déu is a nonprofit with more than 132 years of history (founded in 1892), dedicated to educating and supporting people with intellectual disabilities throughout their lives. It aims to strengthen participants’ independence and quality of life while also working with their families.

Services and centers

The foundation provides services through several specialized centers:

  • Special Education School: Adapted education for children and young people with intellectual disabilities.
  • Day Center: Daytime services for adults.
  • Occupational Center: Workshops focused on work activities and social inclusion.
  • Medical Center: Specialized psychology and physical therapy, coordinated with other medical services.
  • Homes and Residence: Housing and residential support for people with intellectual disabilities.

The social work and therapy teams provide ongoing guidance to families on health, public services, and specialized resources.

Ways to support the foundation

The foundation is funded in part by recurring or one-time contributions, in-kind donations, corporate sponsorships, bequests and legacies, and community fundraising. It also helps businesses comply with Spain’s General Law on Disability (LGD/LISMI) through alternative measures and supports the Occupational Center by purchasing products made in its workshops.

Contact and applications

To apply for a place at one of its centers, contact the foundation through its online form or by phone. Listed phone numbers are 93 435 24 04, 93 450 10 74, 93 456 75 42, 93 465 89 59, 93 036 84 30, and 93 395 46 11. The foundation is also on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and WhatsApp.

In brief

Education, care, and residential services for people with intellectual disabilities