November 11, 2026
Navigating disability funding and maintaining compliant NCCD records in Independent Schools in Western Australia can be complex and high-stakes.
Now that you’ve made it through most of 2026, this one-day workshop will help you set up for a more efficient and less stressful approach next year. Participants will build a clear understanding of what disability funding is (and isn’t), what is available in the WA Independent sector, and the roles and responsibilities of school staff.
The day is informed by key legal obligations, including the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the Disability Standards for Education 2005, and will focus on what schools need to demonstrate in a NCCD review or audit, with time for attendees to participate in moderation activities. With a strong practical focus, participants will explore how to prepare throughout the year, strengthen documentation, reduce workload for staff and pressure at submission time, and provide an opportunity to network with others in similar roles.
Who should attend?
School leaders and Learning Support/Inclusion staff in Independent Schools in Western Australia, particularly those responsible for coordinating, submitting or overseeing disability funding processes and/or NCCD data and evidence collection.
Who is presenting?
Rebecca Rourke is an experienced leader in Inclusive Education and Learning Support, with a strong focus on compliance, funding, and whole-school practice. She has held inaugural Head of Learning Diversity roles (K–12) at Methodist Ladies’ College and St Mark’s Anglican Community School, where she led the development of inclusive frameworks across both settings.
Rebecca brings extensive experience in aligning school processes with the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act, the Disability Standards for Education, and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD). She has worked closely with leadership teams to design and implement robust, evidence-based systems that support accurate data collection, informed adjustments, and successful funding outcomes at both state and federal levels.
She has successfully led schools through post-enumeration reviews and external audits, most recently in 2025, and is committed to ensuring that compliance processes are both rigorous and meaningful for student outcomes.
With a background spanning classroom teaching, Learning Support, and specialist education settings, Rebecca offers practical, real-world insight into supporting diverse learners and embedding sustainable, school-wide inclusive practices.
Areas of expertise include:
Mentoring school leaders through complex change
Building high‑performing teams
Strategic planning and school improvement
Reimagining structures for greater impact
Leading diverse and multidisciplinary teams
Designing processes and systems that streamline workflow
Differentiation to meet the needs of students and staff
Professional learning for Education Assistants
Evidence‑based strategies for all learners, including gifted students, students with disabilities, learning difficulties, and behavioural needs
Cost
$185 per person
Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Contact us for a custom quote for groups of 5 or more.