Objective

Address behavioural concerns for students with autism spectrum disorder through practical initiatives.

Measure of success

Improved learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with autism through the effectiveness of professional learning and practical strategies.

All measures

• Learning
  

• Wellbeing
  

• Teacher and SLSO application of professional learning

Partners

Partner school: Lane Cove West Public School

External partner: Giant Steps

Overview

This Disability Strategy initiative is building the capacity of teachers and school learning support officers (SLSOs) to support students through professional learning and evidence-based practical strategies.

The project is in partnership with Giant Steps, an educational centre for children with autism and their families.

Students with autism in mainstream classes are involved across Kindergarten to Year 6.