Special purpose schools in Perkins cater to the educational needs of students with special needs. Such students range from those who have learning difficulties, physical disabilities or behavioural problems. Special students go to special schools which have teachers trained to deal with the educational needs of such students. The educational curriculum of these schools is different from those followed in normal schools. The aim of special schools is to train children in life problems they are likely to face. They enhance the capabilities of a special child in a manner that facilitates the betterment of the child to live an independent life.