Port Lincoln High School

Tailored Learning (TL)

Students from our school may be supported via Tailored Learning which provides programs to support individual pathway success. Programs include accessible connection to the SA Curriculum, VET courses, SACE and university pathways with wrap around Youth Worker Case Management. Entry into Tailored Learning support is negotiated via the relevant channel leader (Year 7/8, Year 9/10, Year 11/12).

 

Our Purpose:

To provide individualised support to connect young people to meaningful learning leading to further study and/or fulltime employment. With wrap around Youth Worker case management. Meaningful learning can look like SA Curriculum connection, SACE completion, VET course and/or SBAT, and/or transition to work programs.

 

Our Students:

Our cohort are Port Lincoln High School students who have been referred to Tailored Learning support via relevant Channel Leaders and/or the Port Lincoln High School staff Tool Box Crew.

 

Our Team:

Tailored Learning provides the opportunity for students to work with a diverse and experienced multidisciplinary team. Our team consists of teachers, accredited youth workers, classroom support staff, mentors, a range of service providers and registered trainers.

 

Our Support:

Our support team walk alongside students throughout their journey at Tailored Learning. This team provide planning, goal setting, career advice, exploration and advocacy for options and services to meet students’ holistic needs. Our individualised support assists students to engage with their learning and pathway planning for the future.

 

Our Case Managers:

  • support young people with their wellbeing concerns to reduce barriers impacting on their ability to engage as learners
  • provide a safety net and motivational support for students to remain engaged with their study, personal goals, and transition to independence
  • maintain a strong working relationship with community networks to liaise and facilitate appropriate connection for student support and wellbeing when required
  • mentor and monitor – Work Experience students, Volunteers, Apprentices, Trainees and working students

 

Principles of Tailored Learning:

Success is Personal and Achievable – Every student’s definition of success is recognised, celebrated, and supported. Academic achievement, sense of accomplishment, lifelong learning, and diverse post-school pathways are continuously nurtured for all.

Positive Connections Are Embedded – Healthy relationships within the school community, including family, friends, teachers, and support members, are actively fostered. Opportunities for cultural connection and access to relevant services are established and maintained.

Belonging and Safety Are Guaranteed – All students experience a secure environment where they belong, feel safe to be themselves, are supported, and encouraged to take learning risks. Support is readily available, ensuring no student is left without access or advocacy.

Wellbeing Is Integral to Learning – Wellbeing is central to every learning experience. Human needs, self-esteem, and pride are continuously addressed through trauma-informed practices, ensuring all students are equipped for learning.

Empowerment and Agency Are Practised – Students are consistently empowered through genuine opportunities for independence, responsibility, regulation, and student voice. Self-capacity building and resilience are embedded, with all learners actively engaged in their educational journey.

Personal Growth & Development – learning programs may include:

  • Thrive Program (Youth Opportunities)
  • Programs created in partnership with external agencies
  • Mindfulness & Resilience programs
  • Work & Study Support (Headspace)
  • University exposure program with Adelaide University

 

Curriculum:

The following SA Curriculum and SACE-aligned subjects are offered:

2027 Curriculum offerings at TL:

Second Semester Year 8-10:

  • Literacy development
  • Numeracy development
  • English
  • Math
  • HASS
  • Personal Development
  • Passion Projects

Note: Year 10 students will have the opportunity to begin their SACE journey via EIF and/or Community Studies. In some cases, the Year 10 student may also engage in Stage 1 Essential Math/English.

Stage 1: 

  • Community Studies – choice of area of study
  • EIF (compulsory subject)
  • English (Essential)
  • Essential Maths

Stage 2:

  • AIF
  • Community Studies – choice of area of study
  • Community Connections – choice of subject focus

A wide range of VET courses are also available. Note: VET courses count towards SACE credits as well as the development of transferable life skills.