Options for special needs support
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 child's needs.
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 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 child'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 child'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.
Supporting families
A range of services is available to support families, including translation and interpreter services, adult education, adult English programs and telephone counselling services.
Parent information
Parent information that is relevant for your child's education is available in English and other community languages.
Counselling
The school counsellor can assist when families undergo a trauma or big change. Contact us to make an appointment. For information in community languages see school counselling service.
Free telephone counselling services (outside of the education system) are available to support families who may be going through a difficult time.
- Lifeline - a 24 hour telephone counselling service. 13 11 14.
- Mensline Australia - 24 hour telephone counselling service for men. 1300 789 978.
- Parent line - a toll free 24 hour advice and information service. 1300 1300 52.
Interpreter service
Parents and carers who don't speak English well and deaf parents and carers who use sign language, can get assistance from the telephone interpreter service. An interpreter can be requested for school matters involving your child such as enrolment, subject choice, educational progress, attendance, welfare or behaviour. Interpreters can also be requested for parent-teacher interviews, school meetings, school council meetings, and parents and citizens meetings.
The telephone number to call is 131 450. Ask for an interpreter for the required language and the interpreter will call our school and stay on the line to assist you with your conversation. You will not be charged for this service. Parents and carers who need an interpreter to attend a school meeting should let us know.
Adult education
- Community colleges across NSW offer adult and community education courses ranging from general interest courses to nationally accredited courses.
- The reading writing hotline on 1300 6555 06 provides information about adult literacy and numeracy classes in your area and distance delivery options.
- NSW Adult Migrant English Service (AMES) runs English language programs for migrants.
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