What it takes to build an autism-informed teaching and learning system

Between 2022 and 2025, Aspect Schools undertook a system-wide shift to create an autism-informed approach to assessment and teaching that reflects how Autistic students learn and demonstrate progress.

Aspect Welcomes Kathi Boorman to the Board

Aspect has appointed Kathi Boorman as a Board-elected Director. Kathi brings over 30 years of leadership experience in mental health services, with a strong focus on person-centred, evidence-informed programs and systemic reform.

Laying the foundations ceremony – new Aspect Port Macquarie campus

Construction of Aspect’s new Port Macquarie campus is officially underway, marking a major milestone for the region’s autism community.

Aspect urges caution in interpreting NDIS autism figures

Aspect has prepared a response to today’s report regarding an increase in autism diagnoses among children accessing the NDIS.

Aspect’s response to US ‘Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’ webpage update

Aspect has prepared a response to the recent changes to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Autism and Vaccines” webpage.

Important safety update: Coloured sand recall

Several brands of coloured sand have been recalled after testing identified potential asbestos contamination. The affected brands are: Creatistics – Coloured Sand (1kg), Educational Colours – Rainbow Sand (1.3kg), Kadink Decorative Sand (10g) – 6 pack, Kadink Sand (1.3kg)

Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (ARCAP) receives Autism CRC Award for Achievement in Autism Research

Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (ARCAP) Research Fellow, Dr Abbey Love and her team have received this year’s Autism CRC Award for Achievement in Autism Research (Translation of Autism Research).

Aspect Western Sydney School celebrates opening of new outdoor learning and play spaces

Aspect Western Sydney School’s Wetherill Park campus newly enhanced outdoor learning and play spaces officially opened, marking an exciting new chapter in providing engaging and inclusive environments for students on the autism spectrum.

New facilities create spaces for learning, connection and play at Aspect Riverina school

Aspect Riverina School, Albury campus officially opened the school’s newly upgraded playgrounds and outdoor learning spaces, designed to create safe, inclusive and accessible environments for students on the autism spectrum.

New education initiative to support Indigenous students on the autism spectrum

Aspect has received funding under the NSW Government’s Disability Advocacy Futures Program (DAFP) to develop culturally responsive education resources for Aboriginal students on the autism spectrum.

Landmark autism education initiative launches at NSW Parliament House

Aspect launches its first Community of Practice for educators at NSW Parliament House, hosted by Mr Greg Warren MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Education and Early Learning.

Autism-friendly practices at the heart of The Assembly Season 2

Aspect Autism Friendly and Bus Stop Films support Autistic journalism students to thrive both on and off camera.