Welcome to Clarke Road School
Opening New Worlds
We are a school that proudly serves our Hornsby community. We offer a high-quality, comprehensive education for medium/high support needs students.
About Us
Clarke Road School is at the forefront of innovative teaching in special education. At Clarke Road we cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 with an intellectual disability. Clarke Road School is committed to promoting vibrant, engaged learning and the promotion of your child’s independence in a caring, safe and happy school environment.
Principal's Message
“Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connections and insists that they become the best they can possibly be” Rita Pearson
At Clarke Road School, we have a team of outstanding educators who are committed to ensuring that each child is given opportunities to connect, succeed and thrive. Our school culture is committed to excellence in designing teaching and learning programs that are evidence-based, innovative and deeply personalised, so that all students can learn and reach their potential. At Clarke Road School, we recognise that every moment is a teachable one and we are focussed on a vision of teaching and learning for all in the school community.
The Clarke Road School difference
A strong start
Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We work with students and their families to ensure a smooth and successful transition into Clarke Road School so every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.
Everyday is a learning opportunity
We believe in quality teaching and learning. We believe in making time count—every moment is a teaching moment. Varied, well-prepared, motivating and adjustable learning opportunities are key in working towards our students’ personalised goals.
Support for every family
We understand that every student's learning needs are unique. Personalised Learning and Support Plans (PLSPs) are developed through collaborative planning with families to ensure that learning is meaningful, relevant, and continuous for all students.
Our Shared Frameworks
We provide the best learning outcomes for all our students and their unique learning needs through our shared frameworks: CRS Approach, In the Zone for Learning, Passport for Learning, Positive Behaviour for Learning and TEACCH.
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