Modified (Reduced Hours) Timetable

Situations in which a modified timetable can be considered

Re-engagement

A modified timetable can be implemented as one part of a broader strategy to support the re-engagement of a student who has not attended school for an extended period of time.

Reasonable adjustment for a student with disability

A modified timetable may be used as a time-limited reasonable adjustment for a student with disability where the student’s parent/carer and treating practitioner(s) and/or allied health professionals identify this is required to support the student’s learning, wellbeing and engagement needs.

Before a modified timetable is implemented for a student with disability (that is, a student for whom reasonable adjustments have been made), the school must ensure that reasonable adjustments have first been implemented with the intent of enabling the student’s full-time attendance and participation.

Behaviour support

Where a student’s behaviour poses a risk of physical harm to themselves or others, a modified timetable may be an appropriate intervention alongside other measures. A Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) (DOCX) is required for all students when the primary reason for the modified timetable relates to behaviour, and it is recommended that their modified timetable arrangement is referenced within the plan.

Medical reasons

Where a student has a serious medical condition, a modified timetable may complement a Student Health Support Plan (DOCX) agreed upon between the school, parents/carers, and health professionals. It is recommended that the modified timetable arrangement is referenced within the plan.

Students with parenting or carer responsibilities

A modified timetable may support a student with parenting or carer responsibilities to enable them to remain engaged in schooling.