The Peter Moyes Centre (PMC) provides a service to students with a range of disabilities which vary in the level of support needed from low to high. These include language impairment, autism, Down Syndrome, intellectual and multiple disabilities. There are approximately 10 students in the primary units. Numbers within the units vary from year to year.

The PMC is an integral part of the Christ Church community and provides a secure, caring environment for students who would have difficulty coping with the regular curriculum. Wherever possible and following consultation with parents and teachers, students are integrated in mainstream classes with their peers and the curriculum is adjusted to meet their needs. A teacher assistant accompanies boys to integrated classes if they are unable to manage without support. Goals of integration can be social, emotional and academic so it is only considered where at least one is likely to be met and the experience will be successful for all. Students participate in general school activities such as tutorials, sport, Chapel and camps.

Individual Education Plans

Each student in the PMC has an individualised programme based on educational needs. Parents are encouraged to work collaboratively to develop the plans during team meetings twice a year and informally throughout the school year. Goals could be based on literacy, numeracy, behaviour, social skills, independent living skills, speech and language, communication, fine or gross motor skills, physical or personal management.

Boys enrolled in the Preparatory School PMC belong to a mainstream class appropriate to their age level and integrate in learning areas such as art, music, library, physical education, computer, dance and drama. The boys participate in class activities wherever appropriate.

Enrolment

When completing the application form, parents should notify the school if there is any chance that their child may require support in the unit at some stage. Psychological, medical, therapy and educational reports from professionals who have assessed or supported the student should be attached to the forms. The Co-ordinator of the Peter Moyes Centre will contact parents to discuss their child’s strengths and future needs.

Sometimes it is not possible to ascertain that a student will definitely need support. Parents should notify the School that there is a possibility so that progress can be monitored and an accurate assessment can be made before enrolment. Some students commence school in regular classes but may require the support of the PMC during their education at a later stage. Parents, School Counsellors and staff can request this course if a place is available.

Contact

Preparatory School PMC Co-ordinator
Mr Wayne Revitt BA(UWA), GradDipEd(ECU), BEd(James Cook)
Phone: 9442 1737