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 a small government combined school with approximately 228 students. It offers education for years U. 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 the national benchmark.
Jacana School for Autism is located in Jacana, VIC, classified as a major cities school. With an ICSEA of 1005 (49th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.