NCCD

Why is the NCCD?

It’s that time of year again when the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD) takes place. The NCCD is a collection that counts:

• the number of school students receiving an adjustment or ‘help’ due to disability
• the level of adjustment they are receiving to access education on the same basis as other students.

Students are counted in the NCCD if they receive ongoing adjustments at school due to disability. This ‘help’ allows them to access education on the same basis as a child without disability. The NCCD uses the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act 1992.

Why is data collected?

All schools in Australia must collect information about students with disability. The NCCD ensures that the information collected is transparent, consistent and reliable. Information collected provides better information that improves understanding of students with disability. It also allows parents, guardians, carers, teachers, principals, education authorities and government to better support students with disability.

What are the benefits of the NCCD for students?

The information collected by the NCCD helps teachers, principals, education authorities and governments to better support students with disability at school. The NCCD encourages schools to review their learning and support systems and processes. This helps schools to continually improve education outcomes for all students.

Who is included in the NCCD?

The definition of disability for the NCCD is based on the broad definition under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. The following students are examples of those who may be included in the NCCD if they need monitoring and adjustments:

• students with learning difficulties (such as dyslexia)
• students with chronic health conditions (such as epilepsy or diabetes).

Who collects information for the NCCD?

Schools identify which students will be counted in the NCCD. They base their decisions on adjustments provided for the student (after consultation with the student and/or their parents, guardians and carers), the school team’s observations and professional judgements along with any medical or other professional diagnoses. School principals must ensure that information for the NCCD is accurate.

What information is collected?

A student is counted in the NCCD if they receive reasonable adjustments at school due to disability. Each year, schools collect the following information about the student, including:

• their year of schooling
• the level of adjustment received
• the broad type of disability.

For students who have more than one disability, the school uses professional judgement to choose one category of disability. They choose the category that most affects the student’s access to education and for which adjustments are being provided.

How is the data used?

The NCCD data informs funding and work by schools and sectors. It ensures that support for students with disability becomes routine in the day-to-day practice of schools. The NCCD also supports students in the following ways.

• The NCCD helps schools better understand their legislative obligations and the Disability Standards for Education 2005.
• Schools focus on the individual adjustments that support students with disability. This encourages them to reflect on students’ needs and to better support students.
• The NCCD facilitates a collaborative and coordinated approach to supporting students with disability. It also encourages improvements in school documentation.
• The NCCD improves communication about students’ needs between schools, parents, guardians, carers and the community. The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) annually publishes high-level, non identifying NCCD data

Is the NCCD compulsory?

Yes. All schools must collect and submit information each year for the NCCD. This is detailed in the Australian Education Regulation 2013.

How is students’ privacy protected?

Protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all students is an essential part of the NCCD. Data is collected within each school. Personal details, such as student names or student identifiers, are not provided to federal education authorities.

Learn more about privacy in the Public information notice. You can also visit the NCCD Portal. There is also a free e-learning resource about the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and Disability Standards for Education 2005.

Disability Parking

To support our families of students with disabilities, we ask that only those with valid disability permits use the parking spaces located between the hall and the school library marked with a wheelchair symbol. These spaces are essential for ensuring safe and convenient access for students who require closer proximity to school facilities.

Thank you to our school community for your support regarding this matter.

Inaugural Bowls Invitational

The inaugural Bowls Invitational is coming to Queensland in 2025—and it’s set to bring together school-aged students with a disability from across the nation for an unforgettable celebration of sport, friendship, and fun.

This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of participation, camaraderie, and the incredible spirit of school sport.

Whether you're brand new to lawn bowls or a seasoned player, this is your chance to shine on the green and be part of a truly national event.

Event Details:

Location: Pine Rivers Bowls Club
1/11 Sparkes Rd, Bray Park QLD 4500
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Dates:

• Opening Ceremony: 3:00pm, July 26 at Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe
• Practice Round: July 27, 2025
• Competition Days: July 28–30, 2025
• Championship Team Experience: July 29, 2025 (details TBC)

Format: Two bowl triples, two sets of five ends
Teams: Final teams determined after entries close
Times & Draws: To be confirmed

Registrations close: 21 June 2025

To register your interest, please complete the ONLINE FORM

For further information, feel free to reach out to:

Michael Devine – MICHAEL.DEVINE@det.nsw.edu.au
Kristen Paludetto – Kristen.Jansen@qed.qld.gov.au

Let’s bowl together, celebrate achievements, and build lasting memories on the green!

Renée McGregor
Head of Inclusion (HoI)