Specialist Education Services

Specialist Education Services at Villa Maria aims to provide children and families with a safe and supportive environment where they can access specialist education pathways and developmental and therapy services to enable them to reach their full potential within a caring community.

Education Services at Villa Maria includes primary and secondary specialist education throug St Paul's College, as well as a range of early childhood services. St Paul's College offers a Bridging Program and a comprehensive educational and therapy program for students with disabilities and developmental delays aged five to 18.

The Bridging Program has been specifically designed for prep-aged children who need additional preparation in readiness for school.

The Educational program is open to any student who has medical, physical, social or learning needs. All students have individual educational programs created through comprehensive consultation.

Early childhood services provide a range of educational, therapeutic and community services for young children (zero - six years) with additional needs and their families and include an Early Childhood Intervention Service (ECIS), the Helping Children with Autism Program, the Siblings Program and an Occasional Care Service.