Additional learning support

At our school, we ensure every student is ready to learn. We support students with disability and additional learning needs so they can take part in all areas of school life. You do not need a formal diagnosis for your child to receive support in a mainstream class. Support can begin at any stage of school.

Yudibanga:

At our school, the Schools Support Unit, Yudibanga is dedicated to supporting our students with diverse needs. The team works closely with staff, families, and community partners to provide specialist advice and tailored interventions for individual students. They focus on inclusion, academic achievement, wellbeing, and positive behaviour, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive. By offering targeted resources and ongoing guidance, Yudibanga helps us create a welcoming and supportive environment where all our students can reach their full potential.

Yudibanga Staff

Rocky - School Therapy Dog

Our school therapy dog Rocky is a beloved member of our school community, offering comfort, companionship, and emotional support to students and staff. By visiting classrooms and interacting with students, Rocky helps promote wellbeing, and create a calm and positive atmosphere at school. The presence of Rocky encourages connection, kindness, and resilience, making our school a welcoming and supportive place for all.

Support that fits your child's needs

Some students need extra support to feel confident and do their best at school. We work closely with families to make support plans and adjustments  that suits each child’s needs.

Additional learning support can include:

• teachers and support staff working together with families and students, if needed
• specialist support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)

• providing tailored programs to help high potential and gifted students with their advanced learning needs

• small group tutoring to provide targeted literacy and numeracy support for students

• regular check-ins to review and update the planned supports

• changes to the classrooms:

  • accessible classrooms
  • assistive technology
  • instructional resources

• extra guidance, simpler content or different focus during lessons

• assessment adjustments:

  • more time
  • simpler language
  • breaks during tasks
  • different ways to complete a task e.g. oral presentations instead of written tasks.

We know when a student needs help when:

• teachers notice changes in learning or behaviour
• reviewing assessment results and learning progress
• parents and carers raise concerns or ask for support.

Adjustments are planned with parents and carers. They are reviewed regularly and changed when needed.  If you think your child may need extra help, contact us.

Helping Students Thrive:

Ms O'Brien and Ms Gates are dedicated teachers who work closely with students, staff, and families to organise the best possible support tailored to each student’s individual needs. They help identify learning challenges, coordinate appropriate resources, and implement strategies that enable students to succeed and reach their full potential. Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, Ms O'Brien and Ms Gates make it possible for every student to receive the assistance they need to thrive academically and personally.

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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