The FAID was founded in 1957 by the late Father Andeweg with collaboration of the members of the Coast Lion's Club.  It is one of the most prominent deaf education centers in the Middle East. FAID has educated 2,700 deaf children (ages 2.5 - 18) through the 44 years of its operation.  They currently have 85 students.

 The school is run on an oral basis and the students are encouraged to use speech at all times.  The children are taught to speak both Arabic and English.  This is achieved through the extensive use of  a Speech and Hearing Department. Other services provided to the community include:  Earmould Laboratory Audiology Services, Speech Therapy, and Out-Patient Programs.