How the program works

Establishing classrooms

Satellite classrooms are usually established in either an existing surplus space at the host school, or in an Aspect-provided demountable classroom. Aspect’s property team consult on modifications that are funded by Aspect under agreed terms. Where possible, we encourage establishment of two adjoined classrooms to allow for growth.

Overseen by a local Aspect Principal, classrooms are staffed by trained teachers and teachers’ aides at a ratio of 2 adults: 6-9 students

Integration

Aspect students wear the local uniform, participate in community events and are a part of the school community as a whole. This arrangement has proved to be very successful in providing transitions towards the host school enrolment program over time, as well as providing a local choice for parents of Autistic children not ready for a mainstream setting.

Student transitions

When it is time to transition, Aspect students generally transition to their local mainstream school. In some instances, the student’s preferred school will be the host school.

Individual Transition Plans (ITP) outline how follow-up support will be conducted for the first 12 months of the student’s transition into their new school. Parents/carers are provided with information packs as part of the transition process and are invited to participate in exit surveys.

Governance

Satellite classrooms are generally governed by a Licence over a period of 5 years and issued by our partner school or system. Aspect pays fees accordingly.Within Licence terms, clear protocols are established between host and Aspect Principals.

Community impact

Satellite classrooms bring beneficial impacts across communities.

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