Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is a government co-ed school in Broadmeadows serving students with developmental support needs.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is a government co-ed school in Broadmeadows serving students with developmental support needs. The school combines tailored education with on-site therapy services, speech pathology, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy, supported by DIR Floortime developmental intervention. Beyond academics, it runs performing arts, swimming, and bike education programs alongside a food technology program. Strongly pastoral in character, the school prioritises multi-disciplinary support for each student's individual growth.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is also known as BSDS and BSDS Broadmeadows.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is a small government special school with approximately 361 students. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.6:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 53% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 81%, which is below average.
Broadmeadows Special Developmental School is located in Broadmeadows, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 970 (33rd percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.