School disability adjustments: parent meeting checklist

Before the meeting

• ☐ Record your child's strengths and the barriers they encounter at school.
• ☐ Gather dated examples, work samples, correspondence and existing plans.
• ☐ Ask how your child can share their views.
• ☐ Identify the school contact and relevant state, territory or sector process.

Questions to ask

• ☐ What adjustments are in place and when are they used?
• ☐ What barriers remain for access, participation or learning?
• ☐ Who will implement each agreed action?
• ☐ How will progress and effectiveness be checked?
• ☐ When is the next review and how will updates be shared?

After the meeting

• ☐ Request a written record of actions and responsibilities.
• ☐ Keep the review date and any unanswered questions.
• ☐ Follow up in writing if agreed adjustments are not happening.

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