WHAT IS THE NCCD?

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability takes place every year. The collection counts the number of students receiving an adjustment or ‘help’ due to disability as well as the level of this adjustment so they can access education on the same basis as other students. The NCCD uses the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act, 1992.

WHY IS DATA BEING COLLECTED?

All schools in Australia must collect information about students with a disability. This allows us to better support students and is a determinant of our funding.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THE NCCD FOR STUDENTS?

The information collected helps teachers, principals, education authorities and governments to better support students with a disability at school. The NCCD encourages schools to review their learning and support systems and processes to help schools to continually improve education outcomes for all students.

WHO IS INCLUDED IN THE NCCD?

Examples of students who may be included: students with learning difficulties (such as dyslexia), students with chronic health conditions (such as epilepsy or diabetes), students who are on a One Plan.

WHAT INFORMATION IS COLLECTED?

A student is counted if they receive reasonable adjustments at school due to disability. Information collected includes: their year of schooling, the level of adjustment and the broad type of disability.

HOW IS THIS DATA USED?

The data informs funding and ensures that support for students with learning needs becomes routine in the day-to-day practice of schools. It also assists by: helping schools to understand their legislative obligations and the Disability Standards for Education 2005, encouraging schools to reflect on students’ needs and the best ways to deliver support, allowing for a collaborative approach to supporting students with learning needs.

WHEN DOES THE NCCD TAKE PLACE?

It takes place in August every year.

IS THE NCCD COMPULSORY?

Yes. All schools must collect and submit information each year.

HOW IS THE STUDENTS’ PRIVACY PROTECTED?

Protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all students is an essential part of the NCCD. Data is collected within each school. Personal details such as student names or student identifiers are not provided to federal education authorities.

HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION?

You can contact the school (Danielle Weeks, Student Support Coordinator) for information or a more detailed flyer.