Student Learning Support
Learning Support at Cooks Hill Campus (CHC) is built around the belief that every student learns differently. Our goal is to ensure that all students can access learning, feel confident in their abilities and experience success at school. Learning support is coordinated through the Learning and Support Team (LST), which works closely with advisors, families and external services to provide targeted assistance for students who require additional support.
The Learning and Support Team
The Learning and Support Team brings together staff with expertise in learning support, wellbeing and inclusive education. The team works collaboratively to identify student needs, coordinate interventions and ensure that appropriate adjustments are in place.
Support may include:
- individual learning adjustments
- small-group learning programs
- one-to-one support in advisory or learning spaces
- assistance with organisation, literacy, numeracy or project work
- support for students working toward minimum standards
- coordination of transition and post-school pathways
The team meets regularly to review student referrals, monitor progress and ensure that support strategies remain responsive to student needs.
Personalised Learning Adjustments
Students at CHC may receive personalised adjustments to support their learning. These adjustments help ensure students can participate in learning on the same basis as their peers.
Adjustments may include:
- modified tasks or reduced workload
- scaffolded learning supports and structured guidance
- access to assistive technologies
- visual supports and explicit instruction
- access to quiet or sensory spaces when needed
These adjustments are documented through learning plans and monitored regularly by the Learning and Support Team and advisory teachers.
Targeted Learning Programs
Some students benefit from additional targeted programs designed to strengthen specific skills.
These programs may focus on:
- literacy and writing support
- numeracy skill development
- social and communication skills
- study skills and organisation
- preparation for post-school pathways
Programs may be delivered in small groups or through individual support depending on the needs of each student.
Support for Students with Disability
Cooks Hill Campus is committed to inclusive education and ensuring students with disability are supported to access learning and participate fully in school life.
Support may include:
- Integration Funding Support (IFS) for eligible students
- Learning Adjustment Register plans outlining strategies and supports
- collaboration with allied health professionals
- assistance from School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs)
- additional support during learning activities, exhibitions and planning meetings
Students receiving additional support are involved in conversations about how they would like to be supported, ensuring their voice remains central to the process.
A Tiered Approach to Support
Learning support at CHC is delivered through a tiered model, ensuring that students receive the right level of support at the right time.
Whole-school support - Tier 1
Support available to all students through differentiated teaching, personalised learning plans, advisory support and wellbeing initiatives.
Targeted support - Tier 2
Small-group programs and targeted interventions for students who require additional assistance.
Intensive support - Tier 3
Individualised support and adjustments for students with more complex learning needs.
Working in Partnership
Supporting student learning is a collaborative process; the Learning and Support Team works closely with:
- families and carers
- school counsellors
- external specialists and allied health providers
- community organisations
- transition and pathway programs
Through these partnerships, CHC ensures students receive coordinated support that strengthens both their learning and wellbeing.