Disability and learning difficulties - support at preschool and school

Public education is for everyone. Support is available for all children and young people with disability or learning difficulties at preschool and school.

Before children start school

Preschools, kindergartens, children’s centres and early learning centres all provide preschool services.

Learn more on disability support at preschool and kindergarten - Department for Education.

Support at school

In primary and secondary school there are options available to meet the needs of all children and young people including:

  • inclusive year level or combined classes
  • special classes located within schools
  • disability units located within schools
  • special schools located in stand-alone specialised settings.

Learn more on disability support at school - Department for Education.


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    Inclusive Teaching and Learning

    Email: education.itl@sa.gov.au


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    Page last updated 16 March 2026

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