Principal-Range 6

Location Profile

Broadmeadows Special Developmental School provides educational programs for primary and secondary school aged students with a moderate to severe intellectual disability who may also have sensory, physical impairments and autism spectrum disorder. Its current enrolment is 350 students. Eligible school-aged students living within the designated transport zone have access to free transport to and from school.

The school is located in the Melbourne suburb of Broadmeadows and provides an attractive and safe environment. Learning areas include well-equipped classrooms, dedicated specialist spaces and outdoor learning zones. The school has 2 sites, the main campus in Dimboola Rd and a Sorrento Street campus with students attending from a wide geographical and diverse socio-economic background.

The staffing profile of Broadmeadows SOS includes a principal, three assistant principals, eight learning specialists, 74 EFT teaching staff and 86.8 EFT education support staff (including allied health professionals).

Programs are delivered within Department of Education guidelines and reflect the Victorian Curriculum. Emphasis is placed on the development of programs that address individual student needs, through Individual Learning Plans. Educational goals and priorities are reviewed every six months. Class groups are comprised of 6-8 students, with a teacher and teacher assistant, to ensure a safe and effective learning environment, where individuals are respected, and self-esteem and dignity are strongly advocated. The school has a trans-disciplinary approach to student lea…