Local Area Coordinators (LACs)

Local Area Coordinators (LACs) can link you to the NDIS and to mainstream and community supports in your area. You can ask your LAC about the supports available in your community, even if you're not eligible for an NDIS support plan.

Speak My Language

The Speak My Language program involves people with disabilities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities, and other guest speakers, sharing stories, advice and resources to support living well with a disability. Interviews will be available in 25 languages and are free to stream.

High School Pre-Employment Program

This program will support young people with intellectual disability develop pre-employment skills to assist with  the transition from education to meaningful, long-term employment. 
 

The Australian Education System

Information for new migrants about the education system in Australia.

Talking about the important stuff!

Two Way Street has online training and resources for children with complex communication needs to help improve their well-being.

Students with disability

If your child has a disability, there are disability support services that can help with their learning.

Students with learning difficulties

If your child has an identified learning difficulty, they can receive support at ACT public schools through a range of education services and programs.

Support for children with additional needs in early childhood

If your child has a disability or additional needs, they may be able to access extra support from early childhood services, childcare and kindergarten.

Supporting Student Need

You can find information on supports available for students with disability and the educational adjustments disability funding on this page.

Inclusion - Project Kulanu

This program provides a range of Jewish educational resources and services to families with children living with Autism or disabilities.

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