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Pioneers in Child Development in India since 2003, through
The New Horizons Developmental Program
— a methodology indigenous to NHCDC.
HUMAN ENGAGEMENT POWERS LEARNING
Your child’s progress is carefully reviewed every month by the Developmental Paediatrician to
ensure meaningful outcomes. During these one on one monthly reviews, once goals are achieved, new goals
are set to support the child’s continued growth and development.
Parent and caregiver intervention is the key strength of this program. Through regular coaching and
counselling sessions, families are equipped to create a home environment that supports and reinforces
their child’s progress every single day, rather than repetitive pattern training.
Over the last two decades, our team of Developmental Paediatricians, Psychologists and therapists, under the guidance of Dr. Samir Dalwai, have developed a comprehensive and highly customized program designed to address each child’s unique developmental needs, the New Horizons Developmental Program (NHDP).
This program focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of developmental concerns rather than only managing the symptoms. Every child is supported through an individualized plan, where the Developmental Paediatricians reviews outcomes every month, and new goals are set that reflect the child’s growth and move them steadily forward on their developmental journey.
Our multidisciplinary team of developmental specialists ensures that the intervention plan is implemented effectively. This includes one-on-one sessions of 45 minutes involving the child, family members, and specialists such as Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Therapists, Psychologists, and Special Educators.
Your child’s progress is carefully reviewed every month by the Developmental Paediatricians to ensure meaningful outcomes. During these monthly reviews, once goals are achieved, new goals are set to support the child’s continued growth and development.
Parent and caregiver intervention is the key strength of this program. Through regular coaching and counselling sessions, families are equipped to create a home environment that supports and reinforces their child’s progress every single day
The New Horizons Developmental Program is built to deliver real, lasting outcomes. What makes NHDP unique is its vision — we do not just prepare your child for school. We prepare them for society, for relationships, and for life itself.
| Typical Intervention | New Horizons Developmental Program |
|---|---|
| Focuses mainly on symptoms that are exhibited by the child and ignoring the root cause. | Focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause |
| Focussed around Standalone sessions | Structured program with clear, time-bound outcomes |
| Dependent on individual specialists | Led by a Developmental Pediatrician with a multidisciplinary team of developmental specialists and monthly follow ups to monitor progress |
| Fragmented and non-holistic approach in the therapy sessions that focus only on the child | Holistic, integrated care involving both the child and family |
| Limited involvement of the parent and the family | Strong parent partnership through immersive guidance and coaching. |
| Generic plans for all the children based on the symptoms | Outcome focussed Personalized goals tailored to each child’s developmental needs |
| Endless, continuous therapy with no defined endpoint | Time-bound, structured intervention sessions |
| Child remains dependent on herapists/parents long-term | Child progressively builds independence |
| Poor integration into society without parental mediation | Child navigates social environments without support |
Many treatments for children with special needs focus solely on symptoms & behavior management, often using activities that have little connection to real life. However, at NHCDC we take a different approach.
Our strategies are seamlessly integrated into everyday routines, essential social behaviors,
communication, academic and life skills, ensuring progress that is both meaningful and lasting.
At New Horizons, we stand by each parent and child. With patient guidance and regular support, you will see your child’s confidence grow, and everyday moments turn into victories.
We invite you to join our family. Let us show you how focused care and clear action can bring out the best in your child.
Our founder Dr. Samir Dalwai was interviewed by one of the renowned YouTube celebrities, Mr. Raj Shamani, where Dr. Samir spoke about what effective parenting truly means in today’s fast-changing world. Drawing from decades of experience as a developmental and behavioral Paediatricians and Director of New Horizons Child Development Centre, he explained how early childhood experiences shape long-term emotional and cognitive outcomes. The conversation explored why fear-based discipline doesn’t work, the importance of tone, balance, reading, and human engagement, and how healthy disappointment builds resilience. Dr. Dalwai also shared clear insights on autism, inclusivity, screen-time risks, and why community and real human connection are critical for raising well-adjusted, future-ready children.
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Your child has been assessed by the Developmental Paediatrician and has noted the concerns with the child’s developmental and behavioural aspects. The Developmental Paediatrician may prescribe the NHDP” to address the concerns observed and to enable the child’s step-by-step development.
NHDP focuses on the child’s progress in his/her normal development. The child will show gradual and well-defined progress in achieving milestones one after another. Every child has his/her own pace of progress and the Developmental Pediatrician will share the same every month with you.
New Horizons believes that parents play a very crucial role in the child’s progress, and you will be guided by the Developmental Pediatrician and the Clinical Head to work with the child at home.