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 team
The Learning Support team plays a key role in ensuring that the specific needs of students with disability and additional learning and support needs are met. All staff at Campbelltown Performing Arts High School, support individual students learning and support needs. The team offers a range of supports including:
- supporting teachers in identifying and responding to the additional learning needs of students
- school transition programs- including communicating with School Transition Teacher.
- identification and support for identified as high potential and gifted students.
- implementing withdrawal programs around, Literacy, Numeracy, HSC Minimum Standard, Social Skills, Handwriting and Emotional Regulation.
- Organisation of Disability Provisions for external exams.
- collaboratively development, implementation and evaluation of Personalised Learning and Support Plans and additional support strategies documents with strategies to support students.
- Check- Ins through individual/small group meetings with students to discuss progress and supports.
This team will:
- collaborate with teachers to support students with additional learning needs which are identified.
- develop a collaborative partnership with school, parents/carers, the wider school community and other external supports.
- coordinates planning processes and resourcing for students with disability and additional learning and support needs
Members of the Learning Support Team include:
- Senior Executive - Principal and Deputy Principals
- Head Teacher Learning Support
- Learning and Support Teachers
- School Psychologists/Counsellors
- School Learning Support Officers
Student Health
All students are entitled to participate in education regardless of their health support needs. While a student's health support rests primarily with the parent, school staff have a duty to keep students safe while they are at school or are involved in school activities.
The individual health care plan must address the needs of the student in the context of the school and the activities the student will be involved in. Planning must consider the student’s full range of learning and support needs.
The individual health care plan is developed in consultation with the parent, staff and student, where practicable, and on the basis of information from the student’s doctor, provided by the parent.
Managing Complex Health Needs
An individual health care plan is developed for each student with complex health needs. The plan supports students with severe asthma, type 1 diabetes, epilepsy, anaphylaxis and those at risk of an emergency or requiring the administration of specific health care procedures.
Allergies
If your child has been diagnosed with an allergy or allergies, it is important that you tell the principal as soon as you become aware of it, or if your child's allergy changes. If your child is diagnosed at risk of an anaphylactic reaction an individual health care plan is developed that includes strategies to minimise the risk of a severe allergic reaction.
Prescribed Medication
If your child is prescribed medication that is required to take throughout the day, please inform us so we can make arrangements to ensure this medication can be administered. https://education.nsw.gov.au/schooling/parents-and-carers/health-and-physical-care/health-care-procedures/administering-medication
The Learning and Wellbeing Hub
At the Learning & Wellbeing Hub (L&W Hub), we offer more than just academic support; we cultivate a sense of belonging and community that values diversity, inclusivity, and individual growth.
Our dedicated Learning & Wellbeing Team, comprising of Educators, Community Liaison Officers, School Learning and Support Officers, and Student Support Officers, work tirelessly to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their high school journey.
Within the L&W Hub, students discover a wealth of resources and engaging activities that cater to their academic excellence and emotional wellbeing. From study groups and tutoring sessions to comprehensive school-wide wellbeing workshops, the L&W Hub embraces a holistic approach to education.
Our ultimate aim is to empower students not only to excel academically but also to cultivate the resilience and self-confidence necessary to navigate life's challenges. At Campbelltown Performing Arts High School, we foster an environment where students thrive and grow into confident individuals ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities this world beyond school has to offer.
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.