Learning Diversity & Medical Conditions

Learning Diversity & Medical Conditions

Learning Diversity at St Joseph’s

‘Learning diversity’ refers to the infinite variety of life experiences and attributes that learners bring with them to school. Their age, gender, religion, socioeconomic background, cultural background, physical and emotional attributes and cognitive abilities can all influence the way they learn.

(Allways: A guide to supporting all learners, in all ways, always, p. 3)

The role of the Learning Diversity Leader (LDL) is to:

• support students with diverse learning needs, develop Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs) with teachers and support academic growth.
• work with teaching staff to focus on adjustments in teaching and learning diversity strategies.
• oversee the NCCD (Nationally Consistent Collection of Data of School Students with Disability).
• work closely with teaching staff, Learning Support Officers, children and families to ensure appropriate strategies are employed for each child’s unique needs.
• run Program Support Group (PSG) meetings, as per each child’s requirements.
• work closely with the Wellbeing Leader for a holistic approach to children’s education and engagements.

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact me.

Stacey Farrell

Learning Diversity Leader

e: stacey.farrell@sjmalvern.catholic.edu.au 

Medical Conditions

All children with a Medical Condition (eg, anaphylaxis, asthma and allergies) are included in a table setting out their condition, which is provided to all staff for their awareness.

We are currently updating the 2024 Medical Conditions to include all new children for 2025.  It is imperative that all Action Plans for Medical Conditions are up-to-date and that any medications are within their expiration date.  Parents of children with Medical Conditions will be contacted throughout the year as medication is due to expire.

Stacey Farrell –stacey.farrell@sjmalvern.catholic.edu.au is your contact for Medical Conditions.