Equal opportunity
Students should be able to learn and participate without disability-related exclusion.
Know Your Rights
Education
Explore inclusive education rights, accessible learning environments, and support available to students and families.
Quick Overview
What to keep in mind
Accessible learning
Teaching, materials, assessment, and facilities should respond to access needs.
Individual support
Useful support begins with the student’s strengths, needs, and goals.
Key Rights / Information
Education should include every learner
These are practical starting points. Exact rights and processes can vary by service and location.
Admission without discrimination
Decisions should focus on fair requirements rather than assumptions about disability.
Accessible materials
Request learning materials and communication in a usable format.
Reasonable accommodations
Assessment and classroom arrangements can remove barriers without changing essential learning goals.
Participation and dignity
Students should be included in learning and school life with respect.
What You Can Do
Turn information into a practical next step
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Describe the learning barrier
Explain when and where access becomes difficult.
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Gather useful information
Collect relevant reports, examples, and recommendations.
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Request a support plan
Agree on adjustments, responsibilities, and review dates.
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Review progress
Check whether the support is working and update it when needed.
Common Situations
A clearer way to respond
Learning materials are inaccessible
Ask for the material in an accessible digital, audio, large-print, or other suitable format.
An assessment creates a barrier
Request an appropriate adjustment and explain how it supports fair participation.
Support is inconsistent
Ask for the agreed plan, responsible contacts, and review date in writing.
Support
Contact the team
Need help with an education barrier?
Tell us about the learning environment and support already requested so we can help identify a practical next step.