Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre, located in Rockingham, Western Australia, is a school dedicated to providing highly individualized programs for Kindergarten to Year 6 students with diagnosed disabilities. Co-located with Rockingham Beach Primary School, the center promotes inclusiveness and integration by sharing facilities and fostering interactions among all students. With a focus on building brilliant futures for families, the school values emphasize embracing individuality, connecting and communicating, experiencing the extraordinary, and embedding skills for life.
The center’s experienced education support teachers work closely with parents, therapists, and relevant agencies to create tailored programs that meet the diverse needs of each student. Specialized curriculum programs are complemented by regular excursions, swimming lessons, and opportunities for activities like horse riding through Riding for the Disabled. The school’s commitment to evidence-based interventions, academic skills, communication, and personal and social learning ensures that students with special needs receive the necessary support to thrive in life.
Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre operates as a Positive Behavior Support (PBS) school, focusing on fostering positive behavior expectations through respect, resilience, learning, and safety. The school community, including parents, staff, and the School Board, collaborates to ensure that students are equipped with the knowledge, understanding, and tools to manage themselves effectively and interact socially with others. With a strong emphasis on home-school partnerships and a sense of community, the center strives to create a supportive environment where every student can participate optimally in society.