Additional learning support

At our school, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. We provide support for students with disability and additional learning needs to ensure they can fully participate in all aspects of school life. A formal diagnosis is not required to access support in mainstream classes, and assistance can begin at any stage of a student's schooling.

Tailored Support for Every Student

Some students benefit from extra support to help them build confidence and reach their full potential. We work in partnership with families to create personalised learning support plans and make adjustments that meet each child’s unique needs.

Support may include:

• Collaboration between teachers, support staff, families, and students (where appropriate)
• Specialist assistance for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
• Tailored programs for high potential and gifted students to extend their learning
• Small group tutoring focused on improving literacy and numeracy skills
• Regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust support as needed

Classroom and Assessment Adjustments

We make practical adjustments in both classroom settings and assessment tasks to support diverse learning needs. These may include:

In the classroom:

• Accessible learning spaces
• Use of assistive technologies
• Modified teaching materials
• Differentiated learning
• Extra guidance and support during lessons

For assessments:

• Extended time to complete tasks
• Use of simplified language
• Scheduled breaks
• Alternative formats (e.g. oral presentations instead of written work)

Identifying Support Needs

We identify students who may need additional support through:

• Observations by teachers of changes in learning or behaviour
• Reviewing assessment results and learning progress
• Conversations with parents and carers who share concerns or request support

All adjustments are developed in consultation with families and are reviewed regularly to ensure they continue to meet the student’s needs. If you believe your child could benefit from extra support, please contact us.

Learning and Support Team

Our Learning and Support Team is here to ensure every student receives the right support at the right time. The team works closely with students, families, teachers, and school staff to:

• Understand each student’s learning needs
• Plan and implement personalised learning supports
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed
• Connect families with external services if required

Our team may include:

• Learning and Support Teachers
• School Learning Support Officers
• School Counsellors and Psychologists
• Student Support Officers
• Itinerant Teachers (Vision or Hearing)
• EAL/D (English as an Additional Language or Dialect) Teachers
• Aboriginal Education Officers
• Community and Home School Liaison Officers

We encourage you to contact us if you have questions or would like to talk about support for your child. We are here to help every student thrive.

Have a question about learning support?

We’re here to talk through your options. Contact us to speak with the principal or learning and support team.

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