2a Dumas Street Mount Barker South Australia 5251
(08) 8391 1241
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Student Support & Communication

Non-Government Service Providers

WHAT IS A SERVICE PROVIDER?

Service providers are professionals that specialize in communication, functional development, often working together to provide holistic care. Some service providers could be:

Occupational Therapists (OT): Focus on building skills for daily living, sensory processing, fine motor skills, and functional independence. Physiotherapists: Improve mobility, strength, and physical function. Psychologists/Behavior Specialists: Assist with emotional...
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Medicare support for Speech Therapy

Big news for families and speech pathologists!
From 1 March 2026, Medicare is expanding support for Medicare rebated assessments and treatment services provided by speech pathologists.

The following conditions are now added to the eligible disabilities list for the Medicare M10 group:

Stuttering Speech sound disorders Cleft lip and/or palate

Service users must:

Be under 25 years of age Have a referral from a GP, consultant physician or specialist Be...
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Seesaw - Our Communication Pathway!

Other than newsletters, phone and emails, our preferred Communication Pathway is through Seesaw.
Families connect to their child’s Seesaw journal to participate in their student’s learning, see student work, and celebrate progress. 

What can students and family members do in Seesaw?

Students add posts to their journals. Student posts showcase the creative projects they've been working on in the classroom. This could include photos, artwork, videos...

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Communicating with schools as a parent to help children learn

Children and young people learn every day and everywhere, at home, at school and in the community.

Download the parent guide to communicating with school – helping children and young people learn.

The difference you can make
When parents and schools work together children and young people are more likely to do better at school.

You can help your child to be a confident and enthusiastic learner. You can encourage them to believe they...

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Volunteers

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at our school please take time to view the Volunteer Induction Presentation found in the Useful Downloads section this this website.

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