Empowering highly capable
Neurodiverse Learners
We Re-engage the Disengaged.
A specialist school for highly capable, neurodiverse students with a unique set of abilities and challenges.
At Tombolo Academy, we refer to our students as highly capable neurodiverse individuals who bring unique strengths and challenges.
While these students often carry various labels—such as twice exceptional, ASD, ADHD, and ADD—we make it a point to look beyond those labels.
Our philosophy is to tear off the labels and focus on the individual, recognising the person behind the diagnosis and their potential.
We empower neurodiverse learners.
We’re passionate about challenging assumptions and shifting perspectives about our students. At Tombolo Academy, we empower highly capable neurodiverse learners to embrace their unique strengths and talents. Our goal is to foster a love for learning and build confidence in every student.
Join us on this journey!
HELEN BARRETT
PRINCIPAL
Is your child disengaged from their learning?
If your child is struggling to reach their potential or facing behavioural challenges at school, Tombolo Academy is here to help.
Our specialised approach focuses on personalised learning and nurturing each student’s strengths, fostering both academic and emotional growth.
To begin the enrolment process, check your child’s eligibility and submit an expression of interest. If your child meets the criteria, you can then proceed with enrolment.
Enrolment is Effortless
1. Check your eligibility
2. Submit Expression of Interest
3. Plan Your Child’s Future
Igniting Curiosity Through Creative & Innovative Teaching Approaches.
At Tombolo Academy, our dedicated teachers are passionate about supporting disengaged students and fostering their unique strengths.
Committed to creating a nurturing environment from year 3 to year 10, our educators empower students to thrive academically and emotionally, inspiring a lifelong love for learning.
To find out if Tombolo Academy is the right fit for your highly capable neurodiverse child, please see our eligibility criteria.
Flexible learning spaces
tailored for every student
At Tombolo Academy, our versatile learning spaces are designed to support diverse learning styles and create a calm, focused environment. With sensory areas, uncluttered layouts, and a variety of seating options—including chairs, desks, and standing workstations—students can engage in ways that suit them best.
The use of soft, muted colors and textured materials enhances the low-sensory atmosphere, while both indoor and outdoor areas provide opportunities for exploration and connection with nature. Our thoughtfully designed spaces ensure that every student feels comfortable and empowered to learn at their own pace.
Versatile Learning Spaces
Our Vision
We imagine a time when all our students recognise their boundless potential, embrace their differences and are accepted for their uniqueness.
Our Mission
Every day, and for every student, we deliver a rich educational program that emphasises the strengths, gifts and talents of our students providing the building blocks necessary to be successful throughout their lives.
School Values
Respect
At our school, we value respect in all its forms. We respect ourselves, each other, our community, and the world around us. We celebrate and support diversity, recognising the strength it brings to our learning community.
Humility
We embrace humility, acknowledging our personal achievements and strengths while remaining grounded. We take responsibility for our actions, making informed choices that consider the well-being of others and our community. We grow with dignity and integrity.
Resilience
Our students are resilient in the face of challenges. We encourage bravery and positive adaptation to change in various contexts. With commitment and perseverance, we build confidence to solve problems, seeing failure as a stepping stone to growth.
Curiosity
Curiosity drives our learning journey. We find joy in exploration and are eager to try new things. Developing a global awareness, we cultivate a sense of wonder and interest in understanding our place in the world.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration. Students, teachers, and our community work together to achieve success. By fostering strong partnerships and collective responsibility, we create positive outcomes for all learners.
Empathy
Empathy is at the heart of our community. We treat others with care and compassion, always considering their feelings. We celebrate cultural diversity and strive to understand how our actions impact others’ emotions.
Find the right school
for your child
Contact Us
Tombolo Academy
453 Bluff Road
Hampton, Victoria 3188