504 Plan vs IEP in South Australia: What Australians Get Instead
Australia has no 504 plan or IEP. SA parents get the One Plan and IESP funding. Here's exactly what that means for ADHD, anxiety, and learning disabilities.
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Alternatives to DACSSA for Disability School Advocacy in South Australia
DACSSA has long wait times and limited capacity. Here are 6 alternatives SA parents can use for disability education advocacy — from free organisations to self-advocacy tools.
Behaviour Support Plan in South Australia: What It Covers and How to Get One
SA schools use Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) linked to the One Plan. Here's what a good BSP contains, who writes it, and how to ensure it's actually implemented.
Best Disability Support Tool for SA Parents Waiting on a Diagnosis
Your child needs school support now but the SA public assessment queue is 2+ years. Here's what you're legally entitled to without a formal diagnosis and how to get it.
Best IEP Resource for Regional SA Families Outside Adelaide
If you live in the Barossa, Fleurieu, Mount Gambier, or Port Augusta, Adelaide-based advocacy services are hours away. Here's the best disability education resource for regional SA parents.
Compensatory Education in South Australia: What SA Families Can Seek When Schools Fall Short
SA has no formal 'compensatory education' entitlement. But families can seek remediation, catch-up support, and discrimination remedies. Here's how it works in practice.
When Your Child's Behaviour Is Disability-Related: SA Schools' Legal Obligations
SA doesn't have 'manifestation determination' hearings. But SA law still protects students whose behaviour is disability-related. Here's what that means and what to do.
Disability Education Advocates in South Australia: Who They Are and When You Need One
SA doesn't have special education attorneys. It has disability advocates and community legal centres. Here's who to call, what they do, and what to do before you need them.
Disability Education Complaints in South Australia: The Full Escalation Pathway
SA doesn't have due process hearings. It has a formal complaints hierarchy ending at the Equal Opportunity Commission. Here's every step, who to contact, and what to expect.
Disability Support Guide vs Private Advocate in South Australia: Which Is Worth It?
Comparing a SA disability support guide to hiring a private advocate. One costs under $20, the other $130/hour. Here's when each makes sense for your child's One Plan.
Functional Behaviour Assessment in South Australia: A Parent's Guide
SA schools use FBAs under the NCCD framework to understand what drives your child's behaviour. Learn what an FBA involves, who does it, and how to use it in the One Plan.
How to Request a Disability Assessment for Your Child's School in South Australia
Requesting a disability assessment in SA involves the NCCD process, IESP applications, and optional private clinical pathways. Here's how each works and what to say.
Independent Educational Assessment in South Australia: What Parents Need to Know
SA public wait times for assessments exceed 2 years. Learn how independent educational assessments work, what they cost, and how to use them for IESP and One Plan funding.
One Plan for ADHD in South Australia: What Schools Must Provide
ADHD is a recognised disability under SA law. Here's what a One Plan should include for ADHD, which NCCD tier applies, and how to push for SSO support and real adjustments.
One Plan for Autism in South Australia: Rights, Funding, and What to Demand
SA autistic students are legally entitled to reasonable adjustments through a One Plan. Here's what it should contain, how IESP funding works, and what schools often get wrong.
One Plan Goal Bank for South Australian Schools: Examples and How to Write Good Goals
Vague One Plan goals waste everyone's time. Here are concrete goal examples across literacy, numeracy, communication, social skills, and independence for SA students.
One Plan Meeting Checklist for South Australian Parents
Walk into your SA One Plan meeting prepared. This checklist covers what to bring, what questions to ask, and what to document so you leave with a plan that works.
The One Plan Process in South Australia: Step by Step
How does the SA One Plan process actually work? From initial referral to annual review, here's what to expect at each stage and how to stay in control of the process.
Parent Rights in Disability Education: What SA Law Actually Gives You
SA parents have specific legal rights in disability education under the DSE 2005, DDA, and SA legislation. Here's what those rights are and how to enforce them.
How to Prepare for a One Plan Meeting Without an Advocate in South Australia
Your One Plan meeting is this week and no advocate is available. Here's exactly how to prepare, what to bring, what to say, and how to leave with documented commitments.
What Is a One Plan in South Australia? The SA Equivalent of an IEP
South Australia replaced IEPs with the One Plan. Learn what it covers, who gets one, and how to use it to secure real adjustments for your child.