Adelaide, SA – Families across South Australia will soon have access to the state’s first autism-specific distance education program. Aspect Treetop School has announced the launch of its Aspect Distance Education offering for students in Years 3 to 6 from Term 2, 2026.
Delivered by Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) the program provides a flexible and fully accredited learning option for students who find attending school challenging, or live too far from specialist education settings.
Head of Aspect Distance Education, Kim Maksimovic said the South Australian launch builds on the success of the established program in New South Wales.“For some Autistic students, learning from home provides the predictability, flexibility and comfort they need to flourish. We’ve seen the positive impact of our Distance Education program in NSW, and we’re excited that South Australian families can now access this proven, autism-specific model that supports each student’s strengths and goals.”
Kaye Perry, Principal, Aspect Treetop School said “We’re proud to offer South Australian families high-quality, autism-specific education. Our distance education program will blend live online lessons with flexible, individualised learning plans, supported by our experienced teachers and allied health team”
Classes will feature a high teacher-to-student ratio and families will be supported through regular one-on-one check-ins, access to Aspect’s Learning Support Team (including occupational therapy, speech therapy, and social work), and optional Connection Days at the main Treetop campus for social and educational experiences.
The program is ideal for students who:
- Have a formal autism diagnosis
- Live in regional or remote areas, or
- Experience challenges attending traditional school settings
“Not every child thrives in a busy classroom, and that’s something we deeply understand,” Ms Perry said. “This program gives students another pathway to learn and grow, with the same understanding and expertise Aspect is known for.”
Families can register their interest and attend an information session by completing an inquiry form.
More information can also be found in the distance education prospectus.
Enrolements are open to South Australian students in Years 3–6 who meet eligibility criteria, with the first class commencing in Term 2, 2026. (Limited places available for a Term 2, 2026 start date).
For more information:
Karen Keech karen@establishedpr.com.au 0411 052 408
About Aspect
Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the world’s most extensive autism-specific educational programs. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum to co-develop, co-produce and co-deliver supports and services that are individualised, goal driven and grounded in evidence-based practices.
