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Last year of school: a simple checklist

The last year of school goes fast. You do not need the whole future planned. Use this list to cover the basics, one at a time.

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Talk

Ask your young adult what they want after school, in their own words.
Talk to the school about what transition help they offer.
Tell your Support Coordinator or NDIS contact that school is ending, so the plan can match.

Plan one thing for each week

Pick one regular activity that will keep going after school. For example, a course, a volunteer shift or a sport.
Visit the place before school ends.
Practise the trip there, a few times, before it matters.

Get the paperwork ready

Their own bank account and card.
ID documents they can use, like a photo card.
A phone with important numbers saved.
Any travel concession they can get. Ask Transport for NSW.

Practise everyday things

Getting up and ready without being reminded every step.
Buying lunch and checking the change.
What to do if a bus is late or a plan changes.

Pick one item to start this week. Small and steady works better than doing everything at once.

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