Western Suburbs Special School is proud of its reputation as a school that provides evidence-based teaching and relevant curriculum within a values-based framework of quality leadership, positive behaviour support and warm, supportive relationships.
Features that attract families to our school:
- Dedicated prep, early years, middle years, and senior years precincts and programs
- Curriculum programs offered in a wide range of subject areas across the Australian Curriculum including literacy, numeracy, science, health and physical education, swimming, music, Songroom.
- Committed, enthusiastic Principal and leadership team
- Dedicated and experienced special education trained teachers
- All classrooms air-conditioned with Electronic White Boards and student access to iPads
- Low student to staff ratios across classes
- Dedicated purpose built ‘Work Training Centre Facility’
- Registered Training Organization (RTO) providing Certificate 1 courses
- VET certified teachers – Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
- External work experience programs on offer for senior students
- Member of Glenala Cluster Trade Training Centre
- Dedicated staff who focus with family members and students to achieve the very best possible outcomes.
- Positive behaviour support methods embedded in practice around the You Can Do It program as an example of evidence-based practice
- Quality student support and medical plans
- Transition programs to maximise success in the post-school options
- Therapy services including occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech language pathology