From the School Handbook:

2024 NCCD Moderation

At Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all our students. As part of our commitment, we actively participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). This process plays a crucial role in ensuring that students with disabilities receive the appropriate support and resources they need to succeed.

What is the NCCD?

The NCCD is an annual data collection that all Australian schools contribute to. It involves identifying students who receive adjustments due to a disability, documenting the support provided, and collecting data on the level of adjustment and category of disability. This data helps schools, education authorities, and the government to understand the educational needs of students with disabilities and to allocate resources effectively.

Why is Moderation Important?

Moderation is a key part of the NCCD process. It ensures that the data collected is consistent, reliable, and accurately reflects the support provided to students. Through moderation, schools can compare and discuss their data collection processes and judgments, leading to more consistent and equitable outcomes for students across different schools and regions.

How Does Moderation Work?

During moderation, teachers and members of our leadership team come together to review and discuss the data they have collected. This collaborative process involves:

• Reviewing Personalised Plans: Our moderation team read through the Personalised Plans of students who receive adjustments, detailing the type and level of support provided.
• Comparing Judgments: Members of the team compare their judgments to ensure consistency in the classification of adjustments and disabilities.
• Making Recommendations: Providing recommendations to colleagues around the adjustments students are receiving and how these are recorded. 

Benefits of NCCD Moderation

1. Consistency in Data: Ensures that all schools apply the same standards when identifying and documenting adjustments for students with disabilities.
2. Improved Support: Helps educators learn from each other, leading to better support strategies and resources for students.
3. Informed Decision-Making: Provides valuable insights that inform policy and funding decisions at the school, regional, and national levels.
4. Equity and Inclusion: Promotes fairness and equity in the education system, ensuring that all students receive the support they need to thrive.

At Good Samaritan, we are proud to be part of the NCCD moderation process. It reflects our commitment to high standards of teaching and support for all students. By working together with other educators and sharing our experiences, we continue to improve our practices and contribute to a more inclusive education system for everyone.

For more information about the NCCD and how it supports students with disabilities, please visit the following websites or contact one of our Diverse Learning Team.

https://www.nccd.edu.au/for-parents-guardians-and-carers 

 https://www.nccd.edu.au/tools/fact-sheet-parents-guardians-and-carers