Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

The purpose of this policy is to outline the requirements of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and to assist government schools identify when an IEP is required to support a student with their education.

Summary

IEPs are required for:

IEPs are highly recommended for:

Details

IEPs assist students who require a range of supports with their education.

An IEP is a written statement that describes the adjustments, goals and strategies to meet a student’s individual educational needs so they can reach their full potential. An IEP is essential as it helps you plan and monitor a student’s unique learning needs.

IEPs are also known as individual learning plans, individual learning improvement plans and Koorie education learning plans.

Teachers already undertake many activities that personalise learning experiences for students. Research has shown that when schools use a planning approach that supports personalised learning, the academic achievement of all students improves.

Students who need an individual education plan

IEPs are required for:

IEPs are highly recommended for:

Refer to the Guidance tab for advice on how to develop an IEP.

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