Application Process
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
To be eligible to enrol at Woodbury and Ruben’s Place, your child must have a primary diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Diagnosis must be supported by a formal assessment and report from a Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist using the DSM-V and should include evidence of persistent impairment in reciprocal social communication and social interaction, and restricted repetitive patterns of behaviour, interest and activities.
Symptoms must be present from early childhood and limit or impair everyday functioning. The report/ diagnosis must be no more than 2 years old at the time of enrolment.
**This formal assessment is not necessary for Ruben’s Place Enrolment
Children with multiple diagnoses or associated disorders will also be considered provided their primary diagnosis is that of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Children may be of any sex, race, or socio-economic status.
Children must be aged between 4 years and 6 months, and 7 years and 11 months as of the 1st of February of the year of commencement at Woodbury.
For Ruben’s Place, children must be aged between 3 years and 6 months, and 4 years and 11 months as of the 1st of February of the year of commencement of the program.
As a small school, enrolment is dependent on an appropriate vacancy within a classroom being available.This ensures children are placed with appropriate peers, and in a setting which best meets their needs.
Rules and Policies are in place to ensure your child remains safe and well at school. Please visit the dept of education website for information on : https://education.nsw.gov.au/student-wellbeing/attendance-behaviour-and-engagement
Temporary Visas and International Students: For information about eligibility and forms to complete, please visit: https://www.deinternational.nsw.edu.au/study-options/study-programs/temporary-residents
How To Apply
After initial enquiries, if you would like to be placed on the official waitlist, please download the application form, complete it and email to office@woodbury.org.au, along with payment and receipt of $100 processing.
When a vacancy is available, the Clinical Director will contact you to arrange a 3 hour intake assessment. This allows us to get to know your child, make the appropriate class placement, and allows your child the opportunity to explore the new environment.
The final decision is made and in conjunction with parents, will determine if Woodbury is the appropriate placement for your child.
A formal offer confirming placement is sent via letter. The enrolment paperwork and all the relevant information is sent to you. The information will include the Start Date; Fee Structure; and the transition plan. – Please ask any questions before signing.
Placement is secured and confirmed once all signed paperwork is returned along with $1,000 deposit which guarantees enrolment. This payment will be deducted from your first term fees.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
When a vacancy is available, the Clinical Director will contact you to arrange a 3 hour intake assessment. This allows us to get to know your child, make the appropriate class placement, and allows your child the opportunity to explore the new environment.
Step 4
The final decision is made and in conjunction with parents, will determine if Woodbury is the appropriate placement for your child.
Step 5
A formal offer confirming placement is sent via letter. The enrolment paperwork and all the relevant information is sent to you. The information will include the Start Date; Fee Structure; and the transition plan. – Please ask any questions before signing.
Step 6
Placement is secured and confirmed once all signed paperwork is returned along with $1,000 deposit which guarantees enrolment. This payment will be deducted from your first term fees.
Travel Information
For information on transport options for your child, please visit the NSW Education website on the link below.
https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/astp/parents/application