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Targeted initiatives in Western Australian public schools for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Specialised Learning Programs (SLPs)

Specialised Learning Programs (SLPs) provide individualised, *neurodiversity-affirming support that fosters academic growth, social-emotional development, and holistic well-being. By addressing **barriers to learning and engagement, SLPs support each autistic student to achieve positive outcomes throughout their school journey.

Enrolment of students within the program is the responsibility of the host school. The programs have a limited number of places and students are assessed on eligibility and suitability for the program. A position within the mainstream class must be available for a position to be offered. In the Primary SLP there are up to 25 students. In the secondary program there are up to 18 students.

*Neurodiversity-affirming means: ‘Practices that seek to affirm the child’s neurodivergent identity. In the context of autism, this term refers to providing supports that embrace each child’s unique understanding of other people and the world around them, without seeking to ‘cure’ autism.’ (CRC, 2022)

**Barriers aligns to the social model of disability, and reflects the impact of external social and environmental factors on autistic students.


SLP locations

Find more information about the specific Specialised Learning Programs, follow the links below:

Primary

Coming in 2025 - Eden Hill Primary School

SLP locations: Secondary

Coming in 2025 - Kiara College

Early Intensive Intervention Programs (EIIP)

Early Intensive Intervention Programs are based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis for small groups of kindergarten and pre-primary aged children who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. The program aims to equip these students with the skills necessary for entry into a mainstream Year 1 class. The transition to Year 1 is supported by a shared placement in the Pre-Primary year.

EIIP locations

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