Ajuga School
Ajuga School forms part of a complex of schools for specific purposes situated on approximately two hectares of land; ideally suited to providing a therapeutic setting for K-12 students with a severe emotional disturbance. Ajuga provides an integration program for up to 49 students. Currently there are 4 primary classes including a class for students with Autism and an emotional disturbance and 3 high school classes. Our classes are predominantly organised according to stage groups. The school is staffed by a highly dedicated and experienced staff working in a team environment. Each class has a Teacher and a School Learning Support Officer.Our school community consists of parents and carers, referring home schools, Sydney Distance Education, TAFEs, local businesses, health services and our neighbouring schools. The school and its community have high expectations and value the provision of a variety of learning experiences including: Music and Art Therapy, Counselling, Environmental Education, Sport, Ajuga Reading Challenge, Social Skills, and an inclusive curriculum in all Key Learning Areas. Ajuga School is participating in the Empowering Local Schools reform and is part of the initial implementation of the Learning Management and Business Reform program. Ajuga School continues to receive a range of new processes and tools to support education and learning.
We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live. We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge, songlines and stories. We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education.