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About Aspect Senior College

Aspect Senior College is a pioneering initiative by Aspect to expand the Loftus, South East Sydney, school campus. This dedicated Years 11 and 12 college will provide a nurturing, autism-specific educational environment focused on employment readiness, independent living, and further education.

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With Aspect Senior College, we have the opportunity to create an inspiring environment where every student can thrive. Together, we can build a space that equips Autistic young people with the skills, confidence, and independence they need to succeed in life beyond school.

Joanne Tisdell, Principal

Why this college is needed

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An estimated 1 in 40 Australians

are on the autism spectrum

icon for Unemployment rate for Autistic individuals is 18.2%,

Unemployment rate for Autistic individuals is 18.2%,

significantly higher than the national average

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Only 5.2% have a Bachelor degree or higher,

compared with 19.7% of all persons with disability and 35.3% of persons without disability

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There is a critical gap in post-school education

options for Autistic students

Aspect Senior College will bridge this gap, offering tailored education and real-world skill development to help students transition successfully to adulthood.

Our vision & facilities

  • Specialised curriculum – NSW Life Skills, Work Education, and TAFE-delivered Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
  • State-of-the-Art academic facilities; STEM labs, library, multi-purpose room and kitchen facilities.
  • Recreational facilities; gym equipment, basketball court and sensory area to promote physical health and sensory regulation.

Student success pathways

How Aspect Senior College prepares students for the future:

  • Employment opportunities – Work placements & job readiness training.
  • Further education – Pathways to TAFE and industry certification.
  • Work readiness programs – Partnerships with employers like Woolworths, Bunnings, and The Salvation Army.
  • Independent living – Life skills development, including financial literacy and social skills.

Will you support our vision?

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We secured:

$3.5 million

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Still needed:

$3 million

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Needed by:

End of 2025

By joining us as a supporter, you’ll not only transform lives – you’ll create a lasting legacy.

Recognition & sponsorship opportunities

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Naming Rights – Leave a lasting impact by sponsoring a key facility:

  • Gym & recreational equipment
  • Collaborative learning spaces
  • Multi-purpose training room
  • Innovative library space.
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Sponsor a student

Fund a two-year placement for a financially disadvantaged student, ensuring access to lifechanging education and career pathways.

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Founders walkway - Buy-a-Brick

Be part of history by sponsoring a personalised brick along the college pathway. Your engraved brick can feature:

  • A family name & year
  • A message of support
  • A dedication “In Memory of…”

Click here to Buy a Brick on the Founders Walkway 

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Sponsor our community mural

Help fund an inclusive artwork created by students and local artists, celebrating neurodiversity and belonging.

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Your legacy awaits

By joining us as a supporter, you’ll not only transform lives – you’ll create a lasting legacy. Your support builds more than a school — it builds a future of opportunity for students and the broader community.

Register your interest

Whether you're inspired to donate, sponsor, or learn more about Aspect Senior College, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out your details below and a member of our Philanthropy Team will be in touch.

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