Cocoon Foundation

The Cocoon Foundation, in collaboration with Steiner College (Group), proudly presents the transformative initiative “Shiksha at Apeksha” — a fully functioning school within the Apeksha Cancer Hospital dedicated to children undergoing cancer treatment. The core objective of this project is to ensure that a child’s right to education is not interrupted, even in times of severe health crises or terminal illness. “Shiksha at Apeksha” provides a nurturing and structured educational environment designed to feel like a real school — not a hospital ward. Every effort is made to create a sense of normalcy, joy, and belonging for children, allowing them to engage in learning and maintain a connection to their academic life. The school’s curriculum is designed so that, upon recovery or discharge, students can seamlessly reintegrate into their previous schools and rejoin their classmates, without educational gaps. In partnership with the Sri Lanka Department of Education, the program also includes a registered public examination center within the hospital, enabling children to sit for national exams without interruption. The entire academic quality assurance, teacher training, and operational model are managed by Steiner College (Group), which provides this service entirely free of charge as a charitable initiative. “Shiksha at Apeksha” represents not just a school within a hospital, but a beacon of hope, dignity, and resilience for children and families facing some of life’s toughest battles.