Learning in 'The Nest'

The Nest is Quakers Hill East Public School's support unit, an inclusive learning environment where every student is valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential.

The Nest caters for students with additional needs from Kindergarten to Year 6 across three classes: Lorikeet, Kookaburra and Eagle. Each class is led by a dedicated class teacher and School Learning Support Officer (SLSO), working together to deliver individualised programs aligned with the NSW Department of Education's curriculum frameworks and evidence-based practices.

In The Nest, we believe that belonging is the foundation of learning. Our students are an integral part of the Quakers Hill East community, participating in whole-school events, assemblies, sport and celebrations alongside their peers. We work closely with families, specialist staff and the broader school team to ensure every child experiences connection, growth and joy in their learning journey.

Our staff are committed to building trusting relationships, fostering independence and creating a safe and nurturing space where students can thrive - socially, emotionally and academically.

We welcome you to come and get to know The Nest, a place where wings grow and our students soar!

Meet our team

Support that fits your child's needs

Some students need extra support to feel confident and do their best at school. We work closely with families to make support plans and adjustments  that suits each child’s needs.

Additional learning support can include:

• teachers and support staff working together with families (and students, if needed)
• specialist support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)

• providing tailored programs to help high potential and gifted students with their advanced learning needs

• small group tutoring to provide targeted literacy and numeracy support for students

• regular check-ins to review and update the planned supports

• changes to the classrooms:

  • accessible classrooms
  • assistive technology
  • instructional resources

• extra guidance, simpler content or different focus during lessons

• assessment adjustments:

  • more time
  • simpler language
  • breaks during tasks
  • different ways to complete a task (e.g. oral presentations instead of written tasks).

We know when a student needs help when:

• teachers notice changes in learning or behaviour
• reviewing assessment results and learning progress
• parents and carers raise concerns or ask for support.

Adjustments are planned with parents and carers. They are reviewed regularly and changed when needed.  If you think your child may need extra help, contact us.

Learning and support team

Our learning and support team helps make sure every student gets the help they need at the right time. The team works with families, teachers and support staff to:

• understand each student’s needs
• plan adjustments and supports
• monitor progress
• connect with other services if needed.

Our learning and support team may include:

• learning and support teachers
• school learning support officers
• school counsellors
• school psychologists

• student support officers
• itinerant teachers for vision or hearing
• English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) teachers
• Aboriginal education officers
• community and home school liaison officers.

Contact us to meet with a member of this team to talk about your child’s strengths, interests and areas where they may need support.

Have a question about learning support?

We’re here to talk through your options. Contact us to speak with the principal or learning and support team.

Contact us