Students with disability have a right to access and participate in education on the same basis as other students. This includes enrolment at their local school. Reasonable adjustments can be made by the school with existing resources. Schools can also apply for targeted funding from the department if extra support is needed.

There are also specialised education options available. These need an assessment and referral from the current school or preschool.

The preschool or school will work with you and your child to make a personalised learning plan to get the right support.

Statewide Inclusive Education Services (SIES)

The Statewide Inclusive Education Services (SIES) provides a range of learning and teaching materials and specialised services which support children and students with disabilities and learning difficulties such as:

• equipment for use in schools
• special supports for children at school
• resources and publications
• parent forums for families to gather information and resources to support their child’s education.

Contact SIES for more information.

Support for children who are deaf and hard of hearing

Acoustic assessments and advice are available from SIES Early Intervention Service Deaf / Hard of Hearing.

South Australia has a number of schools for the deaf and hard of hearing .