Data is collected from the National Schools Statistics Collection (NSSC) data – full-time equivalent (FTE) enrolments for mainstream and support classes.

Some specialised settings receive a higher weighted per capita loading due to the intensive nature of teaching support required. Notional enrolments apply for specialised settings and the number of classes.

Schools have flexibility with this resource and may choose to use this allocation to:

• enhance teaching resources
• allocate additional resources to support specific programs
• combine with other resources to promote learning opportunities for students
• employ a range of personnel to support student learning needs.

Examples of the effective use of the allocation include:

• releasing classroom teachers with specific expertise engage in planning to support identified curriculum areas, including literacy and numeracy
• subsidising physical activity programs focusing on movement, wellbeing and social skills
• employing a community liaison officer (CLO) to engage parents and families in their child’s learning and in school life
• engaging specialist teachers who work across all mainstream classes to provide intervention programs for students.