Growing independence, building practical skills and exploring meaningful pathways for life beyond school.
In the Senior Years at Yarraville Special Developmental School, learning builds on each student's strengths, interests and individual goals. Students are supported to develop skills they can use at school, at home and in the wider community.
Our programs bring together communication, literacy, numeracy, personal development and practical everyday learning. Students have opportunities to make choices, strengthen relationships, practise routines and take part in purposeful experiences that support increasing independence.
As students prepare for the next stage of their lives, we work with families and allied health professionals to explore individual interests, develop confidence and support meaningful transitions beyond school.
Pathways to Potential is Yarraville SDS's life-skills program, designed to provide purposeful learning and everyday experiences connected to the Victorian Curriculum.
Through practical activities and opportunities to apply their learning, students can build confidence in communication, decision-making, daily living and participation in their community. The program supports students to explore their interests and develop skills that may be useful in their individual post-school pathways.
Learning is personalised, practical and focused on meaningful participation, with opportunities to practise skills in different settings.
Supporting students to express preferences, communicate needs, make choices and take an active role in decisions about their learning.
Developing practical skills through familiar routines, personal care, organisation and everyday activities, with individualised support.
Using reading, symbols, numbers, time and money concepts in meaningful situations suited to each student's learning goals.
Building positive relationships, confidence and strategies for navigating emotions, change and social situations.
Creating opportunities to practise communication, safety, decision-making and participation in settings beyond the classroom.
Recognising strengths and interests, developing transferable skills and preparing for personalised transitions after school.
Our teachers, education support staff and allied health professionals work in partnership with students and families to provide consistent, individualised support. Together, we celebrate achievements and help each student work towards their own goals for learning, independence and life beyond school.
