About us...
The Sikiarideio Foundation is a Training Center for children from 14 to 21 years old, with learning disabilities. It was established in 1939 by the family of Vasilios Sikiaridis and although initially it operated as an orphanage and preventorium, in 1971 it took on its present form and structure.
It is a non-profit legal entity under private law, supervised by the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection & Welfare. It is financed by the Hellenic Public Sector as well as from private donors. Various social security plans also contribute funds. The Foundation is located in Marousi on a privately owned lot of 18 acres which houses the administration offices, the various workshops including gardening and the greenhouse as well as athletic facilities. It provides transportation and catering services to the enrollees. On its premises, the Foundation hosts the 1st Public Special Elementary School as well as the Public Special Nursery School.
