Autism Friendly Learning

The Department recognises that children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) represent a diverse body of individuals requiring a wide range of supports and intervention services.

The Department’s coordinated ASD support model addresses the needs of all children and young people with an ASD regardless of where they are on the autism spectrum, including children and young people with High Functioning Autism and Aspergers Syndrome.

The Department is committed to continuous improvement of provision that is inclusive, specialised, individualised and flexible in its approach. The aim is to build capacity of all early childhood settings and schools in Victoria to provide an autism friendly environment, and support all children and young people with an ASD to be the best they can in all aspects of their learning and development.

The Department values and supports collaborative partnerships with government and community partners that foster mutual learning, shared expertise and cohesive service provision. In this way education delivered in a safe and supportive environment will serve as a gateway to improved community participation and workforce choice.