Independence and Self- Help

In order to achieve a 'safe, independent life' developing independence and self-help skills is a fundamental of each pupils daily experience. Developing independence is unique to each pupil specific support for developing independence is identified on a learners PLP. 

We encourage independent learning by:

• Developing engagement in learning
• Developing a motivation to learn
• Developing creative and critical thinking
• Functional application of knowledge and skills

Our Discovery learners follow specific life skills and preparation for adulthood programs that enable them to develop skills in:

• Managing their own self-care (e.g. washing, toileting)
• Eating, drinking and food preparation
• Dressing
• Organising themselves for activities
• Following routines with as much independence as possible
• Accessing their communities 
• Travel training
• Accessing post school destinations (e.g. College, work placement, community group)