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DSTA (Defence School Transition Aide)
What is a DSTA?
DSTA stands for Defence School Transition Aide.
What does a DSTA do?
A DSTA is like a teacher’s assistant, but is employed to assist
children of Australian Defence Force (ADF) families at school should
they seek or require assistance.
Why do we have DSTAs in Schools?
• Sometimes children have difficulties making new friends
as well as understanding and adjusting to the routines of a new
school.
• The DSTA will assist the children and family become part
of the school community more quickly.
• The DSTA will answer basic questions about the school and
link families to the right person to provide assistance.
Some points to remember:
• When an ADF family member is deployed please contact your
DSTA, so that the DSTA is aware of the circumstances.
• If your child/children experience settling in difficulties
please contact the DSTA.
• Upon enrolment please advise the DSTA if your child/children
has any Special Need or requires any special programs.
• When postings occur please advise the DSTA of the new location,
so that the DSTA may assist in collecting information about your
child’s/children’s anticipated new school.
Kim Falco DSTA
Bakewell Primary School Phone: (08) 8931 0487
e-mail: kim.falco@ntschools.net
Any further questions, please contact:
Defence Community Organisation
Regional Educational
District Liaison Officer – REDLO
(08) 8935 7904
Strive and Grow with Respect and Co-operation
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