Additional learning support

At Terrigal Public 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.

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

• 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.

EAL/D

At Terrigal Public School, we are proud to provide tailored EAL/D (English as an Additional Language or Dialect) support to ensure students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds can fully access the curriculum and succeed academically. EAL/D learners are those whose first language or dialect is not Standard Australian English and who benefit from targeted English language learning to develop the academic language skills they need across all learning areas. Our dedicated EAL/D teacher works with classroom teachers to deliver explicit, responsive support that builds confidence and competence in listening, speaking, reading and writing, fostering inclusion and enabling every student to thrive in their learning journey. This approach aligns with NSW Department of Education guidance on enhancing English language proficiency so students can fully participate in schooling and reach their potential.

EAL/D literacy and numeracy

Learning and support team

Our learning and support team helps make sure every student gets the help they need at the right time. The team works with families, teachers and support staff to:

• understand each student’s needs
• plan adjustments and supports
• monitor progress
• connect with other services if needed.

Our learning and support team may include:

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

Nationally Consistent Collection of Data

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD) takes place every year. Click here to access the information Flyer.

NCCD Flyer

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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