Students with disability: Starting, attending and leaving school
Information about starting early childhood education, primary and secondary school and career planning for children with disability.
Starting school for children with additional needs
Moving from kindergarten to primary school can be an exciting step for your child. If your child has a disability or additional needs, there may be extra things you need to think about.
Specialist schools
If your child has disability and high needs you may be able to enrol in a specialist school.
Moving to secondary school for students with additional needs
Moving from primary school to secondary school can be both an exciting and stressful time for your child. With help from you and the school, your child can feel supported and prepared.
Getting to and from school for students with disability
If your child goes to a specialist school or special setting you may get extra help with their travel.
Travel training for students commuting to specialist school
Travel training can give your child the skills and confidence they need to travel on their own to and from school on public transport.
Leaving school and career planning - students with disability
Find support and advice for students with disabilities when they’re planning to move from school to work or other options.
Understanding communication needs and getting support
Guidance for parents to access help and advice to support their child’s speech, language and communication needs through therapy and and education.
Speech, language and communication assessment
Assessments help teachers and professionals understand your child’s strengths and challenges.
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Updated 26 March 2026
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