The
Nationally consistent collection of data on school students with disability (NCCD) is a yearly collection of information about Australian school students with disability. The NCCD helps schools, education authorities and governments to better understand the needs of students with disability and how they can be best supported at school.
Under the
Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) and the
Disability Standards for Education 2005 (The Standards) Australian students with disability are entitled to
reasonable adjustments so they can access and participate in education on the same basis as their peers.
The NCCD counts the number of school students receiving reasonable adjustments due to a disability.
The NCCD collects information about students’:
- category of disability (physical, cognitive, sensory, or social/emotional)
- level of adjustment (quality differentiated teaching practice, supplementary, substantial, or extensive).
Do I have to consent for my child to be included in the NCCD?
No. The school provides data to the government in such a way that no individual student is able to be identified. This protects the privacy and confidentiality of all students.
Under the Standards, schools must
consult with the student or their parent, guardian, carer or other associate before making a reasonable adjustment.
You may be able to provide the school with information, specialists' letters, or other records to help the school to understand your child's needs. You can also provide useful information about supports and strategies that may assist your child to access and participate successfully at school.
This information can help the school to accurately report your child's inclusion in the NCCD.
Is the NCCD used to fund Queensland state schools?
From 2018, the Australian Government student with disability loading provided to state and territories education authorities is calculated based on the NCCD.
The Australian Government recognises that schools and school systems are best placed to understand the individual needs of students and budget accordingly.
Information about the department’s reasonable adjustments resourcing model can be found on the
students with disability webpage.
The
Australian Government fact sheet for parents, guardians and carers—NCCD (PDF, 624KB) provides further information about the disability loading and allocation and the NCCD.
What is happening to support students with disability in Queensland state schools?
To find out more about how the department supports students, including those with disability, to engage in education and to reach their potential, please visit the
students with disability page.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions about the NCCD please contact your child's school or visit the national
NCCD portal.