Jacana School for Autism is a specialist government school in Jacana that supports students on the autism spectrum.
Jacana School for Autism is a specialist government school in Jacana that supports students on the autism spectrum. The school offers VCAL and VET pathways suited to different learning needs, backed by a multi-tiered support system and a dedicated wellbeing team. A strong pastoral culture underpins school life, along with a school-wide positive behaviour framework. The school is known for its Canine Comprehension program and operates from the Yaluk building.
Jacana School for Autism is also known as Jacana for Autism.
Jacana School for Autism is a small government special school with approximately 228 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.
Jacana School for Autism 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.
Jacana School for Autism has a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.2:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 60% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 83%, which is below average.
Jacana School for Autism is located in Jacana, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1005 (49th 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.