Tailored Learning (WAVE)

The WAVE program is a Tailored Learning program for students at Wirreanda Secondary School. WAVE engages students through an individualised approach, which includes student-centred case management allowing identification of students’ goals and interests; removing any barriers to ensure students achieve their desired goals. This program supports students from year 8 to 12, allowing students to access a middle and senior school curriculum.


The WAVE program is located on the grounds of Wirreanda Secondary School as well as at an offsite location at Wardli Youth Centre. To be eligible for the WAVE program the young person must meet the Tailored Learning criteria.

Tailored Learning

Tailored Learning is a Department for Education program, formally known as Flexible Learning Options (FLO), which is designed for students who may face challenges in attending school regularly or have disengaged from school. Tailored Learning supports students by promoting a sense of belonging, building capacity to engage and learn, and supporting wellbeing. Tailored Learning aims to reengage students in education with individualised support. Tailored Learning provides flexible ways to support students in learning and overcoming barriers and providing transition pathways. 

 

Enrolment

Enrolment into the WAVE program throughout each school year is dependent on places available and the needs of students at Wirreanda Secondary School. Enrolment into the WAVE program for the following year commences early in the current year, with mainstream house leaders being the key contact for students, families and guardians who are interested in finding out more. 

The Tailored Learning Tool determines student eligibility for the program and factors in a range of life and school barriers which impact a student’s ability to attend school. Students must meet criteria to be in the WAVE program. 

WAVE Wellbeing

Wellbeing is a primary focus of the WAVE program. Many students WAVE supports students with their wellbeing by providing: 

  • individual case management
  • Referrals to external support services
  • Flexible curriculum
  • small class sizes  
  • the opportunity to participate in wellbeing activities, extracurricular activities, excursions and events that promote health and wellbeing

Benefits of WAVE Program

  • the program is run using an adult and independent model of operation, which provides more flexibility for students 
  • adjustable and flexible SACE subject and course choices (school and/or Registered Training Organisations – RTO based) 
  • students have access to Case Managers from the Department of Education and Workskil Australia
  • support with resumes, portfolios, cover letters, letters for job applications, interview skills and job search training 
  • monitoring and help from staff; all aiming to keep the student on track and experience success at school

SACE Accreditation and Certificate Courses

Each student negotiates an individual timetable, which may include a combination of school based subjects, programs at Wardli Youth Centre and external certificate courses. 

Students within the WAVE program will have the opportunity to complete their SACE  through access to a range of subjects, including compulsories (Stage 1 Essential English, Stage 1 Essential Mathematics, Exploring Identities and Futures (EIF) and Activating Identities and Futures (AIF)) as well as elective options for SACE credits and VET

WAVE staff and contacts

Students benefit from close contact with a diverse range of skilled staff including teachers, Case Managers from the Department for Education and Workskil Australia and external support services.

All students are provided with opportunities to discuss any problems and issues they may face in their lives. Case Management is an integral part of each WAVE student’s learning program. 

For further information, please contact Lisa Cmrlec.