We have a range of educational options to support students with special learning needs which require additional support.

Every student is entitled to attend a NSW public school. If our school is your local school and your first preference, we suggest you talk to our principal to discuss your son’s or daughter’s needs and options.

Following your discussion, their learning needs will be assessed so that decisions can be made about whether they would be best suited to learning:

• in a regular class with additional support, or
• in a special class in a regular or special school.

You will be involved in any decision about the type of support.

After enrolment we will work with you and your son or daughter to continually review their learning needs at each stage of their education.

• Enrolling in school
  
  Starting a new school is a big step for all students and their families. If you are thinking about enrolment, we can help with your son’s or daughter’s transition to our school. Please contact our principal to make an appointment to discuss.
  
  You might like to use our school locator to research regular and special schools which have specialist classes. It is important to be aware that placement outside of our school will need to be done with the assistance of our regional team.
  
  
• Already at school
  
  If you have concerns about your son’s or daughter’s development or progress at school, or if they have special learning needs which have changed, please contact the principal, so we can best cater for your needs.
  

 

• Transition planning for Kindergarten to Year 7 students
  
  Our planning is focused on the transitions that begin from entry into Kindergarten and Year 6 going into high school.
  
  

See also:

Assisted school travel program

Centrelink carer allowance

Disability programs

Learning assistance program

DET People with disabilities policy

DET Assisting students with learning difficulties policy

Publications and resources