Niddrie Autistic School is a government school in Melbourne's west designed specifically for students on the autism spectrum.
Niddrie Autistic School is a government school in Melbourne's west designed specifically for students on the autism spectrum. The school builds individualised learning plans and provides integrated speech pathology and occupational therapy on site, plus NDIS navigator support. Learning centres on functional skills, music, cooking, and community outings, and staff know each child well in a tight-knit setting. Strong pastoral care and transition support help students move toward independence and next steps beyond school.
Niddrie Autistic School is also known as NAS Niddrie.
Niddrie Autistic School is a very small government special school with approximately 153 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.
Niddrie Autistic 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.
Niddrie Autistic School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 3.9:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 49% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 83%, which is below average.
Niddrie Autistic School is located in Niddrie, VIC, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 1038 (63rd 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.