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. Students with additional needs can receive support in a mainstream class. Support can begin at any stage of school.

Support when transitioning to school

We are committed to supporting you and making sure your child gets the best start to school. If you are concerned with your child's development prior to starting school, we are here to help.

For further information, see: When to talk to your local school

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.

These plans can include:

Additional learning support can include:

• teachers and support staff working together with families (and students, if needed)
• regular check-ins to review and update the plan
• accessible classrooms, assistive technology, or changes to learning activities for students with additional needs

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.

If you think your child may need extra help, contact us. Our office staff can help you book an appointment with your child's teacher.

Individualised planning

Student Support Plans are created in collaboration with you, your child, your classroom teacher and the Learning Support Team. These plans highlight the learning adjustments necessary for your child to access the curriculum, develop their social/emotional skills and achieve their potential. These plans are dynamic and used as a foundational tool for accessing further support.

Personal Learning Pathways are created for First Nation's students. These plans are created in consultation and collaboration with families and the school's Aboriginal Education Officers. Together, we identify organise and apply a personal approach to learning and engagement for success. Through strong relationships, collaboration, and partnerships with schools, staff and families we will see Aboriginal students achieve their aspirations and educational potential.

Our support team

Our learning and support team works with students, teachers and families to provide the right help at the right time.

They may include:

• learning and support teachers
• school learning support officers
• school counsellors
• itinerant teachers for vision or hearing
• English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) teachers
• Aboriginal education officers
• community and home school liaison officers.

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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Learning and support specialists

School Counsellors

• K-6 - Pearl Holden
• 7-12 - Julia Ramsay

Learning and support team

• Deputy Principal Wellbeing, 7-12 Learning and Support Coordinator - Annette Callister
• Assistant Principal (reliving), K-6 Learning and Support Coordinator - Shar Elder
• Assistant Principal - Danni Peoples
• Student Support Officer - Kailyn Marsh
• Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction - Jen Atkins
• School Learning Support Officers

Contact us to meet with a member of this team to talk about your child’s strengths, interests and areas where they may need support.

Programs to support students with additional learning support needs

Our learning and support team begin by assessing the individual needs of your child to identify programs that would best suit their needs. Some of the programs we offer at Guyra Central School include:

• MacqLit
• MultiLit
• MiniLit
• Centre for Effective Reading
• QuickSmart
• Toe-By-Toe
• Play is the Way

Additionally, we link in with community organisations such as Centacare and Headspace to facilitate small group and individual support.