What is alternative education and how is it different from traditional schooling?

Alternative education focuses on how a child learns, not just what they learn. It allows flexibility in pace, subjects, and teaching style — unlike traditional schools, which often use a one-size-fits-all system.
For children with learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, or dyscalculia, this approach can be life-changing.
Schools like Helikx Open School in Tamil Nadu follow open-schooling models (like NIOS) that give students space to learn through personalized methods, skill-based activities, and emotional support instead of exam pressure. https://www.helikxopenschool.org/