The Scope difference
At Scope, we create meaningful opportunities for young people with disability to belong and thrive. We understand what it takes to embed inclusion in everyday school practice.
Many of our services can be delivered on campus during the school day, so students, families and staff get the support they need with minimal disruption.
Scope provides support to primary, secondary and specialist schools by:
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Supporting your students
-- Therapy in Schools
Specialist therapy support delivered on campus, helping students work towards communication, mobility and daily living goals within their everyday learning environment.
Scope’s therapy in schools service connects your students with a qualified allied health team, including speech pathologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists and positive behaviour support specialists.
By working directly in classrooms and school spaces, therapists can observe real routines, collaborate with teachers and families, and integrate strategies into everyday learning.
Support can be offered one-on-one or in small groups, focusing on functional education goals such as communication, mobility, self-care, social skills and emotional regulation.
Therapists share clear, practical strategies that teachers and education support staff can use throughout the day, so progress isn’t limited to a single session.
Therapy can be funded through NDIS plans, school-based inclusion funding such as Disability Inclusion Funding (VIC) or fee-for-service arrangements, and can be tailored for primary, secondary and specialist settings.
-- Communication Support
Practical communication tools and training so every student can participate, from visual timetables and playground boards to Key Word Sign and personalised communication aids.
Scope’s Communication and Inclusion Resource Centre (CIRC) specialises in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for students with complex communication needs.
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Our team designs and manufactures customised communication aids such as classroom visuals, PODD books, communication boards, visual timetables, keyword sign charts and more, so students have a reliable way to express themselves across the school day.
We can work with individual students, class groups or whole-school environments to identify the most effective tools, and provide training so staff feel confident using them.
This can include Key Word Sign (a communication strategy which uses Auslan signs) workshops, communication passports, and advice on consistent communication strategies across classrooms, assemblies and playgrounds.
Communication aids and training can be funded through NDIS plans, school-based inclusion funding such as Disability Inclusion Funding (VIC) or fee-for-service arrangements, and can be tailored for primary, secondary and specialist settings.
Scope designs and develops durable playground communication boards using Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) and Key Word Sign line drawings, transforming shared spaces into truly inclusive communication environments.
Please note that Playground Communication Boards are fee for service.
-- Employment Support
Targeted support to help senior students explore their strengths, build work readiness and connect with inclusive employers as they transition from school to adult life.
Scope offers Youth Employment Pathways and Customised Employment to help young people move confidently from school into meaningful work.
For students in their final years of school or recent graduates, Youth Employment Pathways focus on building core employment skills such as communication, time management, problem solving, and confidence in community settings. Supports can include discovery activities, training and mentoring, resume preparation, interview practice and on-the-job work experience.
Customised Employment goes a step further, using a structured discovery process to understand a person’s strengths, interests and ideal work conditions. Scope then partners with inclusive employers to create roles that genuinely match the individual, rather than trying to “fit” them into a potentially unsuitable job.
These services are usually funded through NDIS employment supports.
-- Social Connections Day Programs
Inclusive day programs that help young people build friendships, independence and life skills, with flexible transition options for school leavers.
Scope’s Social Connections day programs provide safe, welcoming hubs where young people can connect, try new things and build everyday life skills.
For students in Years 11 and 12, our Youth Program offers a gentle introduction to the day program environment, with age-appropriate group activities after school or during holidays. This helps students and families feel confident about post-school options before graduation.
After graduating school, young people can attend adult day programs full-time or part-time, depending on their goals and individual NDIS funding. Activities might include art, music, cooking, budgeting, using public transport, fitness, digital skills and community outings. Staff work with each participant to set personal goals, whether that’s increasing independence, expanding social networks or exploring new interests.
With multiple sites in metropolitan and regional areas across VIC and NSW, students can usually access a program close to home or school.
Workshops
-- Student Disability Inclusion Workshops
Interactive incursions and online workshops led by presenters with disability, empowering students to understand disability, challenge stigma and take practical inclusive action.
Scope’s disability inclusion workshops for students are designed to shape a culture of respect and belonging across your school. Delivered as incursions on campus or live online in classrooms, these sessions are facilitated by trained presenters with disability who share personal stories, answer questions and guide students through activities that build empathy, challenge stereotypes and promote inclusive behaviour.
Programs can be tailored for primary, secondary and specialist schools, with options from one-hour introductions through to half-day workshops. Students explore topics such as the diversity of disability, accessible communication, inclusive language and how to be a good ally. All workshops are supported by curriculum-aligned resources, including worksheets, teacher guides and follow-up activities, making it easy to embed learning into classroom programs.
Please note, these workshops are fee for service and are not funded by the NDIS.
Many schools choose to run these sessions regularly so each cohort has a shared foundation in disability inclusion.
-- Inclusive Sports & Volunteering Pathways
Real-world inclusion in action, with opportunities for senior school students to volunteer alongside adults with disability in inclusive sports such as Balloon Football League.
Scope’s Inclusive Sports and volunteering pathways give Vocational Major and senior secondary students a hands-on way to support community sport and build confidence working alongside people with disability. Through partnerships such as the Balloon Football League, students participate in structured weekly placements during the school term, helping with roles such as timekeeping, equipment setup, assisting players on and off the court, and general game support.
Teachers can map this experience to curriculum outcomes such as personal development, community participation and work-related skills. Students gain practical insights into careers in the disability sector, learn how to communicate respectfully with people with complex support needs, and see the impact of inclusion firsthand.
These placements are generally organised through school work experience or volunteering programs, with no need for individual NDIS funding.
Empowering your educators
-- Professional Development Workshops
Interactive professional learning led by trainers with disability, giving staff practical strategies to create inclusive classrooms and school environments.
Scope’s Disability Inclusion Training for educators is designed to move staff beyond “ticking the box” towards confident, everyday inclusive practice. Workshops can be delivered on-site during pupil-free days, staff meetings or twilight sessions, or live online as webinars for schools across Australia.
Core sessions introduce the social model of disability, inclusive language, common barriers, and simple adjustments that make a big difference in classrooms and school spaces. Schools can add modules on topics such as sensory needs, neurodivergence, Key Word Sign, assistive technology, Universal Design for Learning, and positive behaviour support strategies.
Training can be tailored for whole staff groups, specific teams or leadership, and is backed by practical tools and checklists that teachers can use the very next day. Many schools use inclusion funding or professional learning budgets to support this work.
-- Online Access & Inclusion eLearning
Self-paced online modules covering disability inclusion, accessible communication and workplace adjustments, ideal for busy educators and whole-school onboarding.
Scope’s Access and Inclusion eLearning offers flexible, web-based courses that staff can complete anytime, anywhere. Modules are broken into short segments, normally 15 to 30 minutes, combining videos, case studies, quizzes and reflection activities to keep learners engaged.
Topics include disability inclusion fundamentals, inclusive communication, accessible information and broader diversity and cultural competence.
Schools can purchase individual access or bulk licences, making it easy to include these modules in staff induction or annual refresher programs. Some courses provide certificates of completion and can contribute to professional development requirements.
Administrators can track progress, ensuring all staff share a consistent baseline of knowledge, even when in-person training is not possible. This approach helps schools maintain inclusive practice as staff change over time.
Creating an inclusive culture
-- Playground Communication Boards
Durable, customised playground communication boards that invite every student to join play and conversation, regardless of how they communicate.
Scope designs, develops and manufactures playground communication boards that transform shared spaces into communication-friendly environments. Boards are made from durable aluminium composite, with anti-graffiti lamination and UV protection, and use Picture Communication Symbols and Key Word Sign line drawings to represent common actions, needs and play activities.
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When communication boards are placed in communal areas, all students and visitors are encouraged to point, sign, and interact with each other, reinforcing inclusive communication habits.
Boards can be tailored to your school’s playground layout and student cohort, with options for large central boards or smaller boards attached to specific play equipment.
These boards have been implemented in schools, parks and community spaces across Australia, and can be funded through school budgets, inclusion grants or local partnerships.
-- Inclusive Practice Consulting
Targeted consulting support to help school leaders audit current practice, co-design action plans and build a whole-school culture of inclusion.
Scope’s Inclusive Practice Consulting service partners with school leadership teams to take a strategic approach to inclusion. Consultants can review your current policies, programs and environments, identifying barriers to participation across physical access, communication, curriculum, playgrounds and school events. This can include inclusive education audits, stakeholder consultation and practical recommendations aligned with your school’s strategic plan.
Working collaboratively, Scope helps develop tailored inclusion action plans, supports policy updates and offers mentoring for key staff such as inclusion coordinators and wellbeing leads. Consultants can also assist with community engagement initiatives such as parent workshops and student leadership projects, ensuring families and the broader community are part of the journey.
Support can be arranged as one-off sessions or an ongoing partnership, using school improvement or inclusion funding where available.
-- Social Enterprise Contract Services
High-quality cleaning, grounds and other contract services delivered by crews that include employees with disability, turning everyday operations into a visible inclusion commitment.
Scope’s Contract Services team provides professional cleaning, groundskeeping, gardening, landscaping and other facility services to schools, operating as a social enterprise that creates meaningful employment for people with disability. Schools receive reliable, high-quality services comparable to any commercial provider, while also demonstrating a real commitment to social procurement and inclusion.
Crews are supervised by Scope, with all employment, training, quality assurance and safety requirements managed for you. Services can be scheduled after hours or during school holidays to minimise disruption, and tailored to suit your campus size and needs.
Having Scope crews on site can also spark valuable conversations with students about disability, work and community contribution, and may create pathways for older students with disability to explore supported employment experiences.
By choosing Scope as a fee for service provider, you can contribute towards a more inclusive society and set a powerful example for your entire school community.
Partner with Scope
Working with Scope means more than accessing individual services. It is a partnership focused on building a genuinely inclusive school community, where students with and without disabilities, their families and your staff all feel they belong. Complete the form below and a member of the Scope team will reach out.