AISNSW supports schools in the implementation of these programs through the provision of designated consultant contact, professional development opportunities and ongoing additional support where required.
Through Commonwealth Government funding, AISNSW provides the services of special education consultants to those NSW independent schools enrolling students with disabilities. As this is a fully funded service all fees are negated. This service includes working collaboratively with school principals, staff, students and parents to develop an appropriate individual plan for each student with a disability. These individual plans identify the student’s needs and outline adjustments and procedures for implementing appropriate strategies to maximise student access, participation and the provision of support services. Consultants also support schools in determining needs in terms of adjustments to school facilities, equipment and resources required for individual students.
Schools, through consultants, also have access to professional development, research into current best practice and support in implementing these strategies overtime as well as having support to evaluate programs and interventions.
Additional Services:
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- AIS provides guidance to school staff to assist in their understanding of the ramifications of legislation with regard to enrolment of and planning for students with disabilities and in the ability of teachers to efficiently and effectively assess the learning needs and outcomes of students with disabilities.
- Through AISNSW access to services for students with disabilities is provided. AIS consultants facilitate access to supports and services including: