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. 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.

Learning and Support at our school

We are proud to support the “Every Student, Every School” initiative, a comprehensive framework dedicated to assisting students with disabilities, learning difficulties, or behavioural support needs. Our team works closely with classroom teachers to customise the curriculum and provide reasonable adjustments and accommodations tailored to each student’s needs.

Collaboration extends beyond the classroom, as we partner with parents and local primary schools to ensure a smooth and supported transition for students entering high school.

Our Learning Support Team meets fortnightly to provide timely, targeted assistance for students referred by parents, clinicians, and teachers. The Inclusive Learning Support Hub takes responsibility for addressing the individual learning needs of students across all year groups.

We strive to foster self-esteem, participation, confidence, and a love of learning for students with diverse and specific support needs.

The Inclusive Learning Support Hub is made up of Learning and Support Teachers (LaST), Student Learning Support Officers (SLSO), School Support Officers (SSOs) and the careers advisor.

Our LaST staff offer in-class support through team teaching, assist with assessment provisions, and, when necessary, work with small groups or individual students to develop specific skills. We also collaborate with external support agencies and specialists to ensure effective teaching and learning strategies are in place.

A key part of our process is working closely with parents/carers, students, and relevant professionals to develop a Personalised Learning and Support Plan (PLaSP). This plan is designed to support student success when their learning and support needs meet the criteria outlined in the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, and where those needs require tailored educational adjustments.

As partners in your child’s education, you will gain valuable insights into their achievements and challenges. We encourage you to contact the school to arrange a meeting to discuss your child’s learning and support needs.

The Inclusive Learning Hub ensures that each student receives timely and appropriate assistance. They collaborate with families, teachers, support staff and external agencies to:

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

Our learning and support team includes:

• Head Teacher Learning Support
• Learning and Support Teachers
• Principal
• Deputy Principals
• Head Teacher Wellbeing
• Careers Advisor
• Literacy and Numeracy Coordinators
• First Nations Coordinator
• school counsellors
• school psychologists

• student support officers

It may also include:

• Year Advisors
• School Learning Support Officers

• English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) teachers
• community and home school liaison officers

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

What does the Learning Support Team provide?

Some students require additional support to build confidence and achieve their best in high school. The Learning Support Team collaborates closely with families to develop personalised support plans and make adjustments that meet each student’s unique needs.

Additional learning support may include:

• Collaboration between teachers, support staff, families, and students (when appropriate)
• Conduct review meetings in collaboration with families, external agencies and Team Around a School to provide
• Specialist assistance for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
• Making ongoing adjustments, accommodations or modifications to classwork and assessments
• Small group tutoring focused on targeted literacy and numeracy skills
• Regular check-ins to review and update support plans
• Implementation of evidence-based programs such as MacqLit for literacy and JEMM+ and EMM for numeracy
• Disability provisions for exams
• Establishing Behaviour Support Plans, Care Plans, Risk Management Plans, Personalised Learning and Support Plans (PLaSP) and Personalised Learning and Pathways (PLP - First Nations students)
• Applying for integration funding or alternative settings for students who are diagnosed with a neurodiverse condition

Classroom adjustments might involve:

• Creating accessible learning environments
• Using assistive technology
• Providing tailored instructional resources
• Offering extra guidance, simplified content, or an alternative focus during lessons
• Team teaching
• Small group withdrawal for short, intensive bursts of support

Assessment adjustments could include:

• Allowing extra time
• Scaffolded templates
• Providing rest breaks during exams
• Readers and writers
• Rest breaks
• Electronic exams (when appropriate)
• Small group or separate supervision (when appropriate/evidence supplied)
• Offering alternative ways to complete tasks (e.g., oral presentations instead of written work)

We identify when a student may need extra help through:

• Teachers noticing changes in learning or behaviour
• Reviewing assessment results and progress
• Parents or carers raising concerns or requesting support
• Primary school information with our Year 6 to 7 transition program

All adjustments are planned in partnership with parents and carers, reviewed regularly, and updated as needed. If you believe your child may benefit from extra support, please get in touch with us.

Support Programs at Lucas Heights Community School

• Ink Masters -
• 6 2 7 Steps Transition Program
• Literacy Legends
• Numeracy Ninjas
• MacqLit program

Additional Details

• Inclusive Learning Support
• Different kind of supports available in High School

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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