Welcome to Frankston SDS
Frankston SDS provides a specialised and challenging curriculum to school age students who have moderate to profound intellectual disabilities. We challenge our students to do their best in a supportive and engaging environment. Central to the life of our school are our values of Sharing, Caring, Respect and Individuality. Our school vision statement 'Learning for Life' is the focus for all programs conducted at Frankston SDS.
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Kindergarten
Early Education ProgramSpecifically designed for pre-school children with significant developmental delay, located in the East Karingal Kindergarten.
Juniors
Education ProgramA stimulating, active learning environment in which individual student’s learning needs are catered for and developed as they begin their school journey.
Middles
Age 13 to 15As students continue their school journey they engage with a greater number of staff and peers as they attend differentiated numeracy, literacy and social skills groups.
Seniors
Age 16 to 18As students progress through their final years at school there is a big focus on getting them ready for post school options.
School Communication: SEESAW
The Seesaw app is at the heart of the communication process. Through this easy to use app, you will receive daily class updates from your students teacher, updates from our Principal, notifications of events and school alerts.
Meet our Qualified Staff
All our Teachers, Therapists and Support Staff undergo constant professional development to ensure the highest level of competency in implementing the curriculum. Working collaboratively with families to improve learning and wellbeing outcomes for all students
Our Gallery
recent articlesNews & Updates
Fact Sheet - September 2021
We are modernising and expanding Frankston Special Developmental School, as part of Victoria’s largest ever single investment in upgrading specialist schools..
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT - 19th May, 2021
I hope this report finds you all safe and well. It is great to see families using the See Saw app to communicate with the school. Communication is so important to keep everyone on track and aligned to the needs of our students.
How to enroll your child at Frankston SDS
Enrolment at Frankston SDS is based on specific eligibility criteria. Should you wish to discuss eligibility please feel free to contact the school. We look forward to your call.