The Aspect Central Coast School

The Aspect Central Coast School has provided specialised autism education for over 30 years across The Entrance, Wyong and Gosford Local Government Areas. We provide educational services across a wide geographical area.

Our main campus is in Terrigal and we have satellite classes in both NSW Department of Education and Catholic Schools at Wamberal, Tuggerah, Gosford, Woy Woy and Toukley.
Our school currently caters to over 135 students from 4 to 17 years. Aspect Central Coast School uses the Aspect Comprehensive Approach to provide individualised education programs that understand, engage and celebrate strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum. The school holds regular pre-enrolment tours which include a presentation about Aspect and the Education program and a tour of the main school site.

Information Sessions

The school holds information sessions each term for parents/carers and service providers to give details of the range of services provided by Aspect in the Central Coast region. These services include; therapy, early support, school-based programs, educational outreach and training and support across home and community.

For more information contact the school: Tel: 02 4382 8800 Email: centralcoast@autismspectrum.org.au

Our Campuses & Satellite classes

Learn about Aspect Central Coast School

Curriculum

Aspect Central Coast is registered and accredited by the New South Wales Education Standards Authority. The NSW curriculum is followed. Students are involved in a range of compulsory subjects complemented by electives through their junior and senior schooling. Each student will have an individualised program with relevant adjustments made to ensure positive learning opportunities. We utilise community based activities to assist students to generalise their learning experiences and the impact of their autism.

Technology

Our school uses technology in a range of ways to complement classroom learning. As with all components of our program this is individualised to the needs of students. We monitor very closely its use to ensure it is not the only means of delivering a program.

Positive Behaviour Support

The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach is used to support our students to regulate their behaviour. PBS understands that challenging behaviour occurs for a reason, and is communicating important information about what the individual needs, wants and how to support them. It is likely that the demands of the student's situation exceed their ability to cope positively. We focus on students’ strengths and special interests to motivate learning and celebrate the diversity and talents of our students.

Enrolment Information Sessions

Enrolment Information Sessions are held regularly throughout the year. The Information Session is for families who want to know more about our education program and the enrolment process. For the schedule of information sessions, please contact the school on

Tel: 02 4382 8800 Email: centralcoast@autismspectrum.org.au

We have upgraded our Terrigal campuses for junior and senior students!

Under the Aspect’s Capital Works Master Plan, Investing in Our Future, we have finished a significant renovation and refurbishment of our Terrigal Junior and Senior Campuses, to include new calm, sensory and active playground spaces (outdoor), updated facilities throughout and refurbished classrooms incorporating autism-specific design improvements to support sensory requirements in every classroom.